Historic Walks in and around York : 25 Leisurely Country and City Rambles

Historic Walks in and around York : 25 Leisurely Country and City Rambles

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  • 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版/ページ数 192 p.
  • 言語 ENG
  • 商品コード 9781874181743
  • DDC分類 796

Full Description


Combining visits to places of historic interest with wandering through winding streets or along lovely country paths adds interest and variety to the walks, allowing the life of the castle, abbey, battlefield or country house to unfold before your eyes. This excellent new book has exactly this blend of walking and history, offering the best routes to see the city itself before venturing beyond to discover the rich heritage within easy reach. The walks are leisurely, designed for all ages and abilities, with plenty of opportunity to enjoy the views, absorb the history and relax in one of the many cosy pubs or cafes scattered throughout the area. The only book you'll need to walk York & surrounding area Fascinating historical facts & stories Easy-to-follow maps & directions Fully illustrated

Contents

Contents 1. York: minster & northern walls 2. York: Castle Area & southern walls 3. York: Museum Gardens, River Ouse & National Railway Museum 4. York: Jorvik, eastern walls & the Shambles 5. Beningbrough Park & the River Ouse 6. Battlefield of Marston Moor 7. Stamford Bridge & Low Catton 8. Sheriff Hutton: castle & church 9. Kirkham Priory & the Derwent Valley 10. Cawood & the two rivers 11. The Park at Castle Howard 12. Wharram Percy: a deserted medieval village 13. Selby: abbey & canal 14. Boroughbridge & Aldborough 15. Ripon & Sharow 16. Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal 17. Markenfield Hall 18. Ripley, Hampsthwaite & the Nidd Valley 19. Knaresborough & the River Nidd 20. Harrogate: spa, gardens & woodland 21. Spofforth & Follifoot 22. Harewood House & Park 23. Kirkstall Abbey & the Leeds & Liverpool Canal 24. Pugneys Country Park & Sandal Castle 25. Around Beverley

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