The 800-year old Cistercian Fountains Abbey is Britain's largest ruin and one of Yorkshire's most visited attractions. It includes the grand Elizabethan mansion, Fountains Hall, and the 18th-century Studley Royal Water Garden, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Location: Between Ripon and Sawley on the B6265. National Trust.
Phone: 01765 608888 (International +44-1765-608888)
Email: info@fountainsabbey.org.uk
Website: www.FountainsAbbey.org.uk

The impressive ruins at Rievaulx include extensive remains of the church, which was one of the finest in the North, and claustral buildings; five arches from the original cloister survive.

Location: 2¼ miles W of Helmsley on minor road off B1257. English Heritage site.
Phone/Fax: 01439 798228 (International +44-1439-798228)
Website: www.RievaulxAbbey.co.uk

Byland was one of the great Yorkshire Cistercian abbeys, housing at its zenith well over 200 monks and lay brothers. Much of its huge cathedral-sized church survives, including the whole north side and the greater part of the 13th-century west front.

Location: 2 miles S of A170 between Thirsk and Helmsley, near Coxwold village.
Phone/Fax: 01347 868614 (International +44-1347-868614)
Website: www.BylandAbbey.co.uk

Established in 1954, the Yorkshire Dales National Park has outstanding scenery, a range of wildlife habitats and a rich cultural heritage. It’s a special place – a fantastic outdoor arena for recreation and peaceful relaxation and a haven for wildlife.

Website: www.YorkshireDales.org.uk

The North York Moors National Park is one of the finest landscapes in Britain. Miles of stunning heather, towering sea cliffs, secluded beaches and grassy dales give it a character all of its own. Discover wildlife, historic buildings, archaeology, ancient woodlands and picturesque villages. This site will help you make the most of your visit.

Website: www.moors.uk.net

Stump Cross Caverns is one of Britain's premier show caves, located in Nidderdale on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Location: Stump Cross Caverns is located on the B6265 between Pateley Bridge and Grassington in the Yorkshire Dales.
Phone/Fax: 01765 752780 (International +44-1765-752780)
Email: enquiries@StumpCrossCaverns.co.uk
Website: www.StumpCrossCaverns.co.uk

Our unique Museum will transport you back in time to wartime Britain. This is no ordinary Museum - Not another Military Museum - Not a glass showcase Museum - We have reconstructed scenes using movement, lighting, sound, smells, even smoke machines to transport you back in time, to make you feel that you are there taking part in history.

Location: Malton, North Yorkshire
Phone: 01653 697777 (International +44-1653-697777)
Website: www.EdenCamp.co.uk

Take the opportunity of a day trip with a difference and the chance to visit Pickering, Goathland village (perhaps better known as Aidensfield in YTV’s Heartbeat), and Levisham with its beautiful forest drive and walks. Stop at Grosmont's genuine 1950s railway junction, where you can take a break in the station café, visit the engine sheds and view the locomotives under restoration and on many days throughout the year, journey onwards to the historic port of Whitby.

Location: Pickering Station is on the A170 between Scarborough and Thirsk and lies just off the A169, 9 miles from Malton and the A64.
Bookings and Information 01751 472508 (International +44-1751-472508)
Website: www.nymr.co.uk

You'll be amazed at the fantastic kinds of animal life at Flamingo Land. From the most powerful and fierce to the most rare and endangered species. Come along and enjoy a great family day out and visit the world's wildest animals!

Location: Kirby Misperton, Malton, North Yorkshire
Phone/Fax: 0870 752 8000 (International +44-870-752-8000)
Website: www.Flamingoland.co.uk

Phone: 01765 604625 (International +44-1765-604625)