Harrogate Guide

Days Out

Ripley Castle

Ripley, HG3 3AY — 4 miles from Harrogate

Tel: 01423 770152

Explore 700 years of history at this stunning castle with a deer park, walled gardens, and guided tours. A beautiful short drive from Harrogate.

Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Water Garden

Aldfield, HG4 3DY — 12 miles from Harrogate

Tel: 01765 608888

A UNESCO World Heritage Site — the magnificent ruins of a 12th century Cistercian monastery surrounded by stunning 18th century water gardens. One of Yorkshire's unmissable attractions.

Newby Hall & Gardens

Ripon, HG4 5AE — 12 miles from Harrogate

Tel: 0845 450 4068

A stunning historic hall with 25 acres of award-winning gardens, adventure gardens for children, and a miniature railway. Perfect for a family day out.

The Forbidden Corner

Coverham, Middleham, DL8 4TJ — 30 miles from Harrogate

Tel: 01969 640638

A unique 4-acre labyrinthine garden in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Full of surprises, challenges, and humour — suitable for all ages. Booking essential.

National Railway Museum, York

Leeman Road, York, YO26 4XJ — 20 miles from Harrogate

Tel: 0844 815 3139

The world's largest railway museum — home to historic locomotives including Mallard and the Japanese Bullet Train. Free admission. Easy day trip by train from Harrogate.

Hesketh Farm Park

Bolton Abbey, BD23 6HA — 12 miles from Harrogate

Tel: 01765 710444

A fantastic working farm for families with young children. Bottle-feed lambs, explore the straw maze, and meet the animals.

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