Historic Buildings in Yorkshire
Yorkshire is packed full of history - our landscape is shaped with history from castles to stately homes, viking forts to industrial revolution mills.
Stately Homes and Gardens
Yorkshire is blessed with a large number of stately homes, restored to their former glory and giving a glimpse at past lives.
Yorkshire Castles
Guide to castles in Yorkshire, including historic ruins and heritage sites across Yorkshire.
Merchant Adventurers Hall
The Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, a unique building in the heart of historic York. This stunning timber framed building is one of the finest medievals examples of a guildhall left in Europe and is a Grade 1 listed building.
Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet is a unique eighteenth century industrial works. Catch a glimpse of life at home and at work at a rural scythe and steelworks dating back to the 18th century.
Treasurer's House
An historic, unusual and eclectic townhouse with a unique history, enjoy a tour, visit the gardens or enjoy the on-site cafe.
Kelham Island Museum
Located in one of the city’s oldest industrial districts, the museum stands on a man-made island over 900 years old. Kelham Island Museum was opened in 1982 to house the objects, pictures and archive material representing Sheffield’s industrial story.
English Heritage in Yorkshire
English Heritage is a charity that manages mouments, buildings and places. Across Yorkshire there are a wide variety of varied places from stately homes to a Cold War Bunker.
Kirkstall Abbey
One of the best preserved Cistercian monasteries in the country, founded over 800 years ago. Explore the historic ruins of Kirkstall Abbey and learn all about its history in the Visitor Centre. Enjoy wandering through the park and woodlands, and take a leisurely stroll beside the River Aire.
Nostell Priory
Nostell Priory is a Palladian house located in Nostell, near to Wakefield. The extensive house, gardens and parklands offer a great day out. This is a National Trust property.
Eden Camp
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on the Home Front and the Front Line, all set in the buildings and grounds of an original World War 2 Prisoner of War Camp.
World of Herriot
Come and see where James Herriot, the world’s most famous vet, lived, worked and wrote his incredibly successful series of books based on his experiences as a young North Yorkshire vet.
Nunnington Hall
Nunnington Hall is a fascinating combination of renovation and re-purpose. The nunnington gardens offer a relaxing place to stroll, with the resident peacocks and lush bright borders.
Churches, Minsters and Cathedrals
Churches, Minsters and cathedrals of Yorkshire. Iconic and hisotric religous buildlings of Yorkshire, cities of religious and historical importance across the county.
Thwaite Watermill
Discover the charm of Thwaite Watermill, set on an island of its very own, hidden away in the south of Leeds. Sandwiched in between the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River Aire, this beautiful heritage site has much to explore.
Whitby Abbey
Whitby Abbey has been inspiring visitors for nearly 1500 years, explore the soaring gothic ruins and to take in the stunning sea views. This year, there's more to see at Whitby Abbey than ever before. You can uncover centuries of history with the new interactive guide.
Worsborough Mill
Worsbrough Mill is a 17th Century working water mill set in stunning parkland. It is an amazing place to visit, watch wildlife and see history come to life.
Fountains Abbey
Fountains Abbey is one of the largest and best preserved ruined Cistercian monasteries in England. The are including the Studley Royal water gardens and deer park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Jervaulx Abbey
Plundered and pillaged during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century, the Abbey now stands as an enchanting, charming and atmospheric ruin. Allowed to flourish with wild flowers, shrubs and Trees freely exploring its many nooks and crannies.
Fairfax House
Fairfax House is a Georgian townhouse located at No. 27, Castlegate, York, England, near Clifford's Tower and York Castle Museum.
Bolton Abbey
At the heart of Bolton Abbey Estate lies the Priory Church and Ruins of an Augustinian Priory in its beautiful riverside setting. The wider estate includes the beautiful Strid Wood, stepping stones and wider walks in beautiful countryside.
Sheffield Manor Lodge
The remains of Sheffield Manor Lodge include parts of the kitchens, long gallery, and the Turret House which contains fine sixteenth-century ceilings. Perennial meadows create meandering pathways within the ruins with shots of annual colour popping throughout.
Mother Shipton's Cave
Within historic woodland along the River Nidd is Mother Shipton’s Cave, the birthplace of the famous prophetess. It is situated next to the Petrifying Well, England’s oldest visitor attraction.
The Piece Hall
Dating from 1779, when it was built as a Cloth Hall for the trading of ‘pieces’ of cloth (a 30 yard length of woven woollen fabric produced on a handloom), The Piece Hall was the most ambitious and prestigious of its type and now stands in splendid isolation as the only remaining example. It is one of Britain’s most outstanding Georgian buildings.
York Cold War Bunker
The most modern and spine-chilling of English Heritage’s properties, the York Cold War Bunker uncovers the secret history of Britain’s Cold War. Enter the blast-proof doors and investigate the more unusual side of York’s heritage.
Clifford's Tower
Immerse yourself in centuries of history at one of York's most iconic sites and experience stunning views over the ancient city. A new roof deck gives unrivalled views over York's historic skyline, with its medieval buildings and famous Minster. Inside, new walkways and staircases have opened up parts of the tower that have been off-limits for centuries, and immersive soundscapes and stories are bringing the tower’s turbulent history to life like never before.
Kirkham Priory
Beautifully placed between the city of York and the town of Malton , the riverside ruins of Kirkham Priory are set in the beautiful Derwent valley near the Yorkshire Wolds. At this peaceful tourist connection between Helmsley Castle and the priory.
York Mansion House
Since 1732, York Mansion House has been the official residence of the Lord Mayor of York, a tradition that continues to this day.
Elsecar Heritage Centre
One of the UK's first model villages, Elsecar is being lovingly restored. The village is now a much-loved place to visit, with independent shops and cafes, artist and maker studios, antiques centre and walking routes.
Monk Bretton Priory
On the edge of Barnsley stand the substantial remains of Monk Bretton Priory, a Cluniac monastery founded in the 12th century. Today visitors can see the unusually well-marked ground plan, the almost complete west range and the 15th century gatehouse.
Salts Mill
Salts Mill is a place for art, dining and shopping in one stunning historic building. Inside you can admire our very big collection of works by David Hockney, be inspired by the very best in independent retail and enjoy our bustling restaurants and cafes. You can also learn about the history of the Mill in our People and Process and Saltaire History exhibitions.
Flamborough Lighthouse Visitor Centre
A lighthouse was first built on the Flamborough Headland in 1669 but was never lit. The current lighthouse was built in 1806 and acts as a waypoint for deep sea vessels and coastal traffic as well as marking the Flamborough Headland for vessels heading for the ports of Scarborough and Bridlington.
Barley Hall
Barley Hall is a medieval townhouse that has been restored to its former glory after being rediscovered in the 1980’s.
Saltaire Village
Saltaire Village is named after Sir Titus Salt who built a textile mill, known as Salts Mill and this village on the River Aire. Designed by architects, Lockwood and Mawson, Saltaire has beautiful Italianate architecture and a rich history. Saltaire Village was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2001.
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