Top Yorkshire Culture

The North Yorkshire Road Trip Online Guidebook is a structured multi-day journey linking York, the Yorkshire coast and the North York Moors into one route. Covering approx 134 miles (215 km), with flexibility for 3–10+ days. Distances are manageable, but the contrasts are striking: medieval city streets, fishing villages above the North Sea and wide heather moorland across the national park. The route unfolds in three stages. York & the Howardian Hills – Begin in York exploring York Minster, the Shambles and the city walls before countryside around Castle Howard and Malton. The North Yorkshire Coast – Whitby Abbey rises above the harbour while Robin Hood’s Bay and Staithes cling to the cliffs along this dramatic coastlines. The North York Moors – Inland roads cross open moorland linking Rievaulx Abbey, Helmsley, Pickering and Goathland. With 12 months of online access included, choose a booking date that allows time to plan before travelling.

Step off the grand thoroughfares and slip into the hidden arteries of medieval York. On this immersive redthread tour, you will navigate the city's ancient 'Snickelways'—narrow, shadowy passages where history isn't found in royal decrees, but in bizarre street names, ghostly folklore, and the gritty reality of everyday life. Join sociologist Lukas and local expert Lena as they decode the secrets of York's forgotten alleys, revealing a world of medieval red-light districts, phantom women, and the overwhelming sensory landscape of the past. - A 0.7 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 64 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Social Fabric & Everyday Life and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Welcome to your self-guided driving tour of the Yorkshire Dales, a region known for its stunning landscapes, fascinating history, and charming local culture. We will explore a numbers of places throughout the tour, like Bolton Castle, a real medieval fortress that feels like stepping back in time. Next, we head to Aysgarth Falls, a series of gentle, cascading waterfalls surrounded by peaceful trails. A short journey ahead brings you to Hawes, a delightful market town that is famous for its Wensleydale cheese. From there, make your way to Hardraw Force, the tallest single-drop waterfall in England. Tucked away in a wooded area, this spot feels like a hidden gem. Your next stop is Coldstones Cut, a unique viewpoint that combines sculpture with stunning views. Finally, end your tour at Brimham Rocks, where you’ll find incredible rock formations that almost seem otherworldly.

Leeds has an abundance of must-see landmarks, but it can be hard to know where to get started without putting in the research time. With this private scavenger hunt, solve clues on your smartphone to find Leeds’ top landmarks and hidden gems. Along the way, the tour passes by Leeds Corn Exchange, Kirkgate Market, and Civic Hall.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Leeds. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Leeds Town Hall to Leeds Corn Exchange, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Leeds to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Leeds through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Leeds' striking architecture and dynamic cultural heart. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Leeds in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Discover York through the city’s remarkable chocolate legacy. Beyond medieval walls lies a story of radical theology, immense wealth and roasting cocoa. Follow a former chef and a local historian as they explore the Rowntree, Terry and Craven families and the idea of ethical capitalism. See how faith and civic duty shaped global confectionery empires, model villages, libraries and parks for workers. From a hidden Quaker meeting house to Art Deco industrial landmarks, this self-guided route reveals the struggle to balance profit with human dignity. - A 4.2 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 117 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Foodways & Culinary Identity and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

You’ll find the country’s most complete city walls encircling York, and this self-guided walking tour takes you on a complete circuit of them. Along the way, you’ll hear the extraordinary history of this magical city, and find out about the Romans, Vikings, Normans and medieval citizens of York who built, defended, attacked and sometimes died here, on and around these ancient walls. On this tour, you’ll see and hear about: • The magnificent cathedral of York Minster • The four impressive city gates, each with its own story • The dominating remains of York Castle • The last remains of the Roman occupation of York

Whitby‘s atmospheric cliffs and shadowy lanes provided the eerie inspiration for one of literature‘s most enduring monsters. On this atmospheric audio tour, you‘ll follow in the footsteps of Bram Stoker, exploring the very locations that sparked his imagination as he crafted Dracula during his 1890 visit to this coastal town. The self-guided tour begins at Number 6 Royal Crescent, where Stoker lodged during his fateful stay in Whitby. You‘ll stroll through the picturesque Royal Crescent gardens before making your way down to the seafront. As you walk alongside the crashing waves, across Whitby Bridge, and through narrow medieval passages, you‘ll discover how this seemingly serene fishing town with its melancholic air influenced Stoker‘s gothic masterpiece.

Includes an exclusive FREE book written by your guide! Step into the world of Westeros on our Winterfell: A Game of Thrones Fan Tour of York, our latest tour following over 15 years of award winning history tours of York. Explore York’s dramatic history through the lens of Game of Thrones, from the freezing edge of the Roman Empire — the real “Winterfell” — to the Wars of the Roses, the true inspiration for the clash of rival houses. Discover the echoes of Britain’s bloodiest battle in the “Battle of the Bastards,” and see how York’s towers, walls, and snickelways shaped the world of Jon Snow, Cersei, and Tyrion. Along the way, your guide brings York’s history to life with vivid parallels between fact and fantasy. Please note young children under 5 are free, just let us know at time of booking

The Yorkshire Dales Road Trip Guidebook is a structured multi-day online guide covering 90 miles (145 km) from West Yorkshire into the heart of the Dales. Designed for 3–7+ days, it connects three distinct landscapes into one coherent journey. West Yorkshire & Brontë Country – UNESCO Saltaire, Haworth and Pennine moorland. Wharfedale & Limestone Dales – Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Ribblehead Viaduct. Wensleydale & Herriot Country – Hawes, Askrigg and Aysgarth Falls. The guide includes route structure, narrative introductions, scenic drives through the Yorkshire Dales National Park and time-based planning ideas. This online self-guided road trip provides a clear framework so you can explore confidently at your own pace. Access via mobile phone, laptop or tablet. With 12 months of access included, access begins from your selected booking date — choose a start date that allows time for planning.

Roundhay Park is one of Leeds' premier outdoor spaces and a treasure trove of natural beauty and unexpected secrets. On this self-guided walking tour around one of Europe's largest parks, you'll discover the intriguing history and fascinating stories that many visitors miss. Designed to be step-free and wheelchair and pushchair-friendly, the tour starts and ends at the main gates on Princes Avenue, taking in the impressive Mansion, Barran's Fountain, ornamental bandstands, and prettiest lakeside paths. Along the way, hear how the park briefly served as an international airport, how Michael Jackson celebrated his 30th birthday here with thousands of singing fans, and the bizarre antics of a Victorian tightrope artist who wowed audiences with his daring high-wire stunts. There are plenty of opportunities along the way to enjoy a cup of tea or treat yourself to an ice cream.

️This is not a ghost tour It isn't a traditional sightseeing tour It isn't a collection of gruesome stories designed to shock you

Join this experienced and knowledgeable guide on a walking tour around the City of York and some of it's most famous attractions! Delving deep into the city's history with plenty of fun facts and maybe a few jokes along the way.

Unlock centuries of secrets, sieges, and hidden history on a walk along England’s most complete medieval city walls! Led by a local expert, this tour bypasses standard textbook timelines to reveal the gritty, chaotic, and bizarre reality of life on York’s defensive perimeter. From imperial Roman foundations to the brutal battlegrounds of the Civil War, you’ll discover the physical scars left by centuries of conflict. What you’ll discover: The Gates of Power: Explore famous "Bars" and hidden posterns where guards dropped heavy portcullises in a race against time. The Scarred Battlements: See where furious rebels burned gates to ash and enemy soldiers dug explosive wartime mines. Gritty Micro-Histories: Hear the laugh-out-loud true stories of watchmen chasing rogue pigs off the ramparts and a 15th-century trade-war murder. Myth-Busting: Debunk the famous "Scotsman and the longbow" urban legend. Secure your spot today and walk the walls like a true medieval watchman!

York isn’t just England’s most historic city – it’s officially Europe’s most haunted. On this spine-chilling self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover the dark underbelly of a place where 2,000 years of history have created the perfect conditions for supernatural activity. As you walk, you’ll hear about poltergeists, spectral monks, murdered children, and other entities that refused to leave when their mortal lives ended. You'll hear about the home to St. Mary’s Abbey, where the ghostly silhouette of a faceless monk still stalks the ruins. You’ll weave through York’s atmospheric streets, passing haunted pubs where objects move of their own accord and temperatures drop without explanation. Along the way, you’ll hear spine-tingling tales of the sinister Barghest (a demonic black dog whose appearance foretells death) and the violent poltergeist that terrorizes unsuspecting shoppers at The Body Shop.

You will get the instructions from WeGoTrip on how to collect the free timed-entry ticket and the digital guide via your email, SMS and WhatsApp. Note! The entrance to the museum is free. With this in-app audio tour, you get the audio commentary on your phone along a planned route, and a reserved time entry ticket that guarantees your admission. -Explore the best of the National Railway Museum and York with an audio tour -Enjoy reserved entry and discover the museum’s must-sees at your own pace -See the Bullet Train and meet Mallard, the world’s fastest steam locomotive -Discover Viking York through Coppergate, where finds revealed life from 1,000 years ago -After the museum, discover York’s highlights, including York Minster and St Mary’s Abbey ruins

York calls itself the most haunted city in Europe, though nobody has ever produced the survey that says so. This self-guided ghost walk takes the claim seriously enough to test it. With the Questo app you work a case file on the walled city that has been open since 1953. In February of that year, an apprentice fitting a boiler in a cellar behind the Minster saw Roman soldiers come through the wall, visible only from the knees up. Some stories hold up better than you'd expect. Others, like Mad Alice of Mad Alice Lane, fall apart the moment someone checks the gaol records. Thirteen stops lead from the old castle prisons and Clifford's Tower over Ouse Bridge to the Minster, then along the Shambles to the Merchant Adventurers' Hall. Each has a puzzle you solve on the spot, from a scrambled message to a doctored photo of a carved doorway. The walk covers about 2.6 km and takes most groups two hours. Hints and 24/7 support are built in. There are no jump scares, by design.

Discover the magical city of York at your own pace with this guided tour. With a tour of more than 2 hours, you can explore iconic attractions like St. Mary's Abbey or Clifford Tower. This option without schedules or groups allows you to enjoy the city flexibly, including recommendations on gastronomy and family activities. Available in six languages, this experience is ideal for those looking for hassle-free personalized tourism. - 2h self-guided tour with + 15 points of interest - Access to information in 6 languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese, French, Italian and German Explore iconic attractions and receive food recommendations. - No groups or schedules, ideal for traveling at your own pace.

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear the grisly tales that shaped this ancient city through the theatrical persona of a Victorian physician who “lived“ in York from 1841 to 1877. Dr Reginald Smalls will bring centuries-old stories of murder, plague, and rebellion to life as you walk the historic streets where these dark events unfolded. The All Saints Church on High Ousegate sets the stage for several of the shocking events you’ll hear about. From the banks of the River Ouse to the “Shambles,“ where rows of hooks once displayed fresh meat, each cobblestone and ancient building holds secrets waiting to be uncovered. You’ll continue past iconic landmarks like York Minster with its imposing Gothic architecture, the city’s ancient defensive bars (fortified gateways), and St. Helen’s Square with its grand Georgian buildings. You’ll veer into lesser-known areas to discover spots like Bedern Hall and narrow snickelways steeped in dark history.

The perfect way to feel some spooky vibes on your trip to Leeds, and explore the real dark side of our city. Uncover Leeds's secrets and skeletons; from alien abductions and Leeds' very own mummy, to the ghosts that haunt the abbey and gruesome deaths, this tour has it all. This 1.5 hour special tour will bring our dark past into light as you discover a unique side to our iconic city. Throughout its history, Leeds has had many a murder and ghost story; some centuries ago, some only decades and some even today. You never know what or who you might encounter. - Duration: 1.5 hours of spine-tingling storytelling - Private tour for up to 4 people, ensuring a personalized experience - Discover haunted pubs, historical murders, and local legends - Start time flexible; meet outside Leeds Art Gallery in Victoria Square

Fully immerse yourself in the amazing history and culture of Durham on this private full day tour. You will walk the cobbled streets, bridges and beautiful riverside paths whilst learning about 1,000 years of history. From saints and Prince Bishops to the darker side of our history, there are stories in abundance. During the tour you will be guided around the magnificent Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle(subject to availability) which will bring to life the history that you will learn about on the walking tour. You will stop for coffee and cake at one of the city's atmospheric cafe's and later in the day drink a beer in one of our many historic pubs. Your local guide has ran Walkabout Durham tours for five years whilst also teaching geography and history. We are delighted to launch this new tour- bring all the best of Walkabout Durham to you in one day.

Enjoy a leisurely drive along the famous Northumberland Coastal Route and its surrounding countryside with views of the regions most famous castles. On this tour, you will travel through some of the region’s most beautiful and iconic locations – and stop off for some free time on route. Even your fish and chips are included in the price! This tour is perfect for those who want to sit back, relax and enjoy the view. The first stop is the beautiful village of Alnmouth. Take some free time to wander or enjoy a coffee before continuing up the coast. You will stop for traditional fish and chips at Seahouses before heading up to the Holy Island of Lindisfarne. On route, you will see the stunning and dramatic castles of Warkworth, Bamburgh and Alnwick. The tour is flexible and customisable. You can choose to walk along some sections of the coast, at any village you like, and also visit one of the castles on route.

Explore York with an award-winning, qualified historian guide! We'll travel through 2,000 years of history as we walk along Roman roads, medieval walls and royal thoroughfares. This tour incorporates every inch of the most complete set of historical city walls anywhere in the UK. Find out why and how these fortifications were built - and hear the stories of those who dared to try to breach them..!

Explore York with an award-winning, qualified historian guide! You'll travel back to the time of the romans, walk along medieval fortifications and experience the Victorian boom that all helped contribute to making York the UK's "Second City." There's no better way to squeeze 2,000 years of history into a single journey while you uncover hidden gems and city secrets you'd never find on your own.