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Looking for that perfect seaside getaway where you can relax and unwind, listen to the surf, enjoy the sand beneath your feet, and revel in quaint surroundings? If so then Redcar may be the perfect destination for you. Located in North Yorkshire, it is known for its expansive sandy beaches, powerful and towering cliffs, 19th-century piers, and even Victorian steam trains to really cap off the experience. There is plenty to be explored and enjoyed here. It’s All About the Beach While there are plenty of reasons to visit Redcar,…

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Forbidden Corner

January 15, 2020August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Forbidden Corner, North Yorkshire0 comment

Often nicknamed as “The Strangest Place in the World,” Forbidden Corner in North Yorkshire was built and owned by Colin Armstrong in the 1980s, although technically, credit for the brilliantly odd architecture goes to Malcolm Tempest. Why is it Called The Forbidden Corner? Forbidden Corner Garden is the chief attraction inside Tupgill Park Estate and is one of the most interesting follies across the world, as its four acres house chambers, tunnels, bizarre statues, and strange structures that are often as seemingly irrational and strange as they are intriguing. The…

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Mother Shipton’s Cave

January 1, 2020August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Knaresborough, Mother Shipton's Cave, North Yorkshire0 comment

Are you looking for a tourist attraction that goes above and beyond anything you’ve ever experienced? If so, Mother Shipton’s Cave is an absolute must-visit, as this is the place where the water is able to turn objects into stone, as the story goes. And it’s not just the story of Mother Shipton’s Cave that draws people here, it’s also the fact that it is located next to the Petrifying Well, which happens to be one of the oldest tourist attractions in the UK. There are stories of witchcraft and…

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Flamingo Land

December 15, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Flamingo Land, North Yorkshire0 comment

Flamingo Land is a popular theme park and zoo that offers a wide range of attractions for all the family to enjoy. It is in the village of Kirby Misperton in North Yorkshire. It was first established back in 1959 when it was originally a zoo, and the first animals it acquired were flamingos, which is how the park got its name. Their collection of animals was developed in 1963 when it became home to the first captive bottlenose dolphins in the UK, and during the 1970s, amusement rides became…

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Lightwater Valley Theme Park

December 1, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Lightwater Valley Theme Park, North Stainley, North Yorkshire0 comment

Lightwater Valley theme park is located in the village of North Stainley in North Yorkshire and is commonly known as having one of the longest roller coasters across Europe. It was opened in the Summer of 1969 and attracts around 500,000 visitors each year. Since it was first opened, it has gone from strength to strength and what was once a small family-run farm attraction is now owned by the company Livingstone Leisure company. Lightwater Valley has around 35 rides and attractions for visitors to enjoy, from small rides that…

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Grimsby

November 15, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Grimsby0 comment

Located in North East Lincolnshire, Grimsby is a large coastal English seaport. Grimsby was once known as the largest fishing port on the planet back in the 1950s. In the present day, Grimsby and Cleethorpes (a nearby seaside resort) welcome over three million tourists every year. Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre Suitable for all ages, Grimsby’s Fishing Heritage Centre will provide you with a fascinating insight into the seaports fishing industry. Once you walk through the doors, you will be able to soak up the smells and sounds of a life…

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Chesterfield

November 1, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnChesterfield, England0 comment

The history of Chesterfield can be dated all the way back to the 1st century when the Romans built a fort in the Derbyshire-based town only to abandon it not long afterwards. Until the late 1980s, the high quantities of coal found beneath Chesterfield made it a major economic centre for mining, but little visual evidence of this still remains. If you pay Chesterfield a visit today, you can expect to find street markets with hundreds of unique stalls, fine Elizabethan estates and inspiring architecture. Chesterfield is also home to…

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Doncaster

October 15, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnDoncaster, England0 comment

Doncaster is a popular historic market town in the North of England. Known for its rich and extensive railway heritage, horse racing, as well as its wealth of Regency and Georgian architecture, which can be found on the Great North Road. If you have never visited Doncaster before, you can expect to soak up its rich history which reflects the different ages. Cusworth Hall, Museum & Park Often regarded as a jewel in Doncaster’s crown, many tourists pay a visit to Cusworth Hall on their travels. As a beautiful Grade…

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Robin Hood’s Bay

October 1, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Robin Hood’s Bay0 comment

A small but popular fishing village located inside the North York Moors National Park, Robin Hood’s Bay is, as the name suggests, also used to signify the entire bay area. The village is, therefore, more popularly known by the name of Bay Town among locals. The sandy beaches, rock pools, coastal trails and a whole range of pubs and cafes in the village has made it a top tourist attraction on the Heritage Coast. Why Is It Called Robin Hood’s Bay? Unlike most other places with interesting names, the historical…

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Staithes

September 15, 2019August 12, 2019 Laura GinnEngland, Staithes0 comment

When it comes to seaside fishing villages, it really doesn’t get more quaint than the coastal hamlet of Staithes. Located on the Yorkshire coast, this hamlet was once the biggest fishing port in the entire North East. While there is still fishing to be enjoyed here, today Staithes has morphed into so much more and has become a tourist attraction all its own. Explore the Old Village Feel One of the big draws to Staithes is its architecture and the fact it feels as though you are taking a step…