There are few areas in England that match North Yorkshire’s natural beauty. With 40% of the region covered by National Parks, the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Dales it’s a haven for anyone who loves the great outdoors.
It also benefits from a stretch of beautiful coastline and many picturesque cities, towns and villages whilst still being well connected to other parts of the country.
Whether you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life for a rural retreat, a family home or a base within easy reach of thriving towns and cities, North Yorkshire provides an enviable blend of space, history, heritage and beauty.
If you're moving the family to North Yorkshire, there are a number of excellent schools in the area for children of all ages. For example, in Harrogate itself there are comprehensive options such as St Aidan's Church of England High School and St John Fisher Catholic High School, both well-regarded for their quality of education, while Harrogate Grammar School stands as a renowned choice for academic excellence. The town also offers a prestigious selection of independent schools, including the highly esteemed Ashville College and Duchy College.
Further afield Skipton Girls High School and Ripon Grammar School are both well-renowned state schools. Other very good independents include Aysgarth School, Cundall Manor, and Queen Ethelburgas College, as well as Queen Mary's School in Thirsk.
North Yorkshire attracts residents of all ages and from all walks of life. From families who choose the area because of it’s safe communities and abundance of green space to older ‘empty nesters’ who choose the area for it’s welcoming communities, rich heritage and access to countryside and coastal living. Working professionals are increasingly attracted to life in North Yorkshire, mainly due to the regions strong transport links to major business centres.
North Yorkshire has something for every shopper. From independent retaillers to well-known high street brands, market towns like Harrogate, Richmond, Helmsley and Malton are renowned for their regular markets and specialist shops. York also provides a diverse retail offering with everything from luxury brands to independent traders, while local farm shops and food markets across the county showcase some of Yorkshire's best produce.
North Yorkshire boasts a fantastic collection of pubs and restaurants ranging from friendly rural inns providing some of the best locally brewed ales to thirsty walkers, to excellent restaurants serving food that will leave diners in awe. With fresh, locally sourced produce featuring heavily on menus across North Yorkshire, you’ll be sure to find something for every taste and occasion.
The county’s main cities and towns provide a wealth of things to do in North Yorkshire, with York, Harrogate, and Northallerton all boasting lovely architecture, good eateries and many museums to investigate, all of which hold fascinating histories and much more. If you’re after something with a bit more greenery, the North York Moors National Park is made up of 554 square miles of stunning purple heather moorland, and provides gently rolling hills for as far as the eye can see so it’s a perfect place for both residents and visitors to explore.
North Yorkshire benefits from some excellent railway connections. By train, there is a direct service from York to London in less than two hours, and there are also direct trains to London from Harrogate (2 hours 45) and Northallerton (from 2 hours 30).
All of North Yorkshire’s key towns are readily accessible to the A1 and the M1, which links Edinburgh to London, meaning that access by car to the national motorway network is simple. Leeds Bradford Airport and Teesside International Airport are both within easy reach of North Yorkshire, offering a range of domestic and international flights. While local bus services connect towns, villages and rural communities throughout the county.
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