After living in Yorkshire for nearly seven years, the North York Moors National Park is one of my favorite areas. Without a doubt, the Hole of Horcum is my favorite hike not just in the North York Moors or Yorkshire, but in the entirety of the UK. I’ve done this walk so many times I’ve… Read More Hiking the Hole of Horcum in the North York Moors
Last year I had a delightful walk around West Tanfield, following part of the Ripon Rowel Trail. I’d never been here before and barely saw anyone else out walking, despite how great a walk it was and how sunny the morning started out! West Tanfield is a small village located just outside of Ripon in… Read More West Tanfield and the Ripon Rowel Trail
UPDATED JULY 2023! The second half of August is one of the best times to visit Yorkshire, this beautiful region in the North of England that I’ve been lucky enough to call home for over 6 years. Heather blooms around the moors, covering the landscapes in a blanket of purple as far as the eye… Read More The Best Places to See Heather in Bloom in Yorkshire
Roseberry Topping is one of the best places to visit in the North York Moors National Park. Thanks to its distinctive shape, it’s even known as the “Yorkshire Matterhorn” in the area! It’s only 320 meters high, however the views are excellent. It’s also a great walk for beginners! I’ve done this hike twice, and… Read More Hiking Roseberry Topping and Newton Moor
UPDATED JULY 2024! Swaledale might just be my new favorite place in Yorkshire. This area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park is stunning and so quintessentially charming! Rolling green hills, drystone walls, pretty villages, barns dotted around the countryside… the whole region screams England and English countryside to me! If you’re looking for a great… Read More Exploring Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales: Hiking Around Muker, Keld, and More!
Since all my international travel plans have been ruined this year, I’ve been making an effort to explore locally around Yorkshire now that we can. Thankfully, there are so many amazing places that are nearby to me that I can get outside and discover! One of my favorite hikes so far has been in the… Read More North York Moors Hikes: Chop Gate to the Wainstones
Since moving to York nearly three years ago, one of my favorite parts of living in England has been exploring Yorkshire and the countryside around the city. I’ve written a lot about the North York Moors National Park, so I thought it only fair to take a day out to the Yorkshire Dales National Park… Read More Exploring Wharfedale: Hiking From Grassington to Hebden in the Yorkshire Dales
One of the things I love most about living in York is the easy access to the outdoors. Within an hour, I can be in the North York Moors or the Yorkshire Dales. In two hours, I can be in the Peak District, and within three hours, I can be in the Lake District. But… Read More York to Bishopthorpe: A Perfect Short Walk From York
UPDATED JULY 2023! 1 August marks a special day here in Yorkshire: it’s Yorkshire Day! Yorkshire is my adopted home and technically made up of four counties: North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire, and East Riding of Yorkshire. Yorkshire has its own flag, the white rose on a blue background, and yes I do even… Read More The Ultimate Yorkshire Guide: 99 Incredible Places to Visit in Yorkshire
UPDATED FEBRUARY 2021! The North York Moors National Park is one of my favorite places in Yorkshire, in England, and in fact in all of the UK. It’s just under an hour’s drive from where I live in York, and somewhere that I’ve spent so many days and weekends exploring. There are some fantastic hikes… Read More 21 of the BEST Places to Visit in the North York Moors
Snow here in the UK is something of a big deal. At the sighting of just a few flakes, basically everything shuts down: schools, transportation, roads, etc. As a Minnesotan, who is used to very heavy winter snowfalls, I still find this pretty cute about living in England. Snow is one of the best parts… Read More Walking in a Winter Wonderland: York in the Snow
There are a lot of pros and cons to living in a city like York. But I have to say, one of the things I love most about this city is that there’s always something going on! This weekend saw the York Ice Trail take over town on Saturday. It’s been one of my favorite… Read More Ice Ice Baby: Everything About the York Ice Trail!
It’s been nearly two years since I moved to York. In that time, I have spent a lot of time exploring the surrounding area and exploring Yorkshire. I am honestly so spoiled living here—I’m not sure if I could live anywhere else now. The city itself is a gem and such a beautiful place to… Read More Quintessential Yorkshire: The Best 4 Daytrips From York
One of the things I love most about living in Yorkshire are the outdoor opportunities everywhere you look. It is so easy to find beautiful hiking trails! I’m trying to make an effort to share more of my hiking adventures on the blog, as it has become such a passion of mine. Starting the Hike… Read More Walking From Whitby to Robin Hood’s Bay: One of My Favorite Walks in Yorkshire
UPDATED FEBRUARY 2021! Having lived in York for over a year four years now (!), I really know this city – every nook and cranny, every snickelway, every street and every stone. York may be a small city geographically, but it is absolutely full of things to see and do. So much of York’s charm… Read More 18 Hidden Gems to See in York
When I studied abroad in Nottingham, we took a lot of group trips around the country. One of the most memorable was our trip to York, and the day we spent exploring Fountain’s Abbey. These abbey ruins are some of the finest, most beautiful, and stunningly atmospheric in the country. Fountain’s Abbey is definitely my… Read More Visiting The Magnificent Fountain’s Abbey And Studley Royal
Having lived in York for over a year now, I can honestly say that York is such a unique city. It is one of the most visited cities in England (after London, of course), and can be packed with tourists. Being a resident has given me a different perspective, but I can’t blame the hordes… Read More 9 Reasons to Visit York at Christmas
Despite visiting nearly a year ago, I realized I haven’t written about Castle Howard, one of North Yorkshire’s top attractions, here on the blog! This stately home is located in the beautiful Howardian Hills, and seeing it all decorated for Christmas last year was such a dream. Building began on the house in 1700 for… Read More A Christmas Trip to Castle Howard
Having lived in York for over a year now, I feel like I can finally start writing posts on the town and what to do and see here. Because trust me, there’s a lot! There are so many attractions, museums, cafes, pubs, shops, and more in the city. If you’re looking for the must-see sights,… Read More 5 Things You Must Do in York
One of my favorite things about living in York is how much there is to do in the surrounding area. Yorkshire is fabulous and full of places to visit and things to see. Ever since I moved to York, I’ve been wanting to see the ruined abbeys dotted around the county. Rievaulx Abbey, in North… Read More Visiting Rievaulx Abbey And Helmsley In North Yorkshire