Places to visit in the Richmond Area
Richmond Market Place - The cobbled market place is one of the largest in England.
Richmond Castle - The legendary resting place of King Arthur. It is a medieval fortress with a 12th century keep, one of the finest in the country. Open to the public. Tel. (01748) 822493
The Georgian Theatre, built in 1788, is the oldest working theatre in its original form in Europe. The original pit, boxes
and gallery remain, was restored and re-opened in 1962. Guided Tours April - October. Performances April - December.
Tel (01748) 823710
Richmondshire Museum - Situated on Ryder's Wynd, it tells the story of Richmondshire, its people, trade and transport. Also
displayed are James Herriot's surgery set, a village Post Office and Chemist Shop. Easter - October 31. Tel. (01748) 825611
Kings Head Hotel. Overlooking the market place, this fine traditional hotel is open every day. Tel. (01748) 850220
Green Howards Museum. The story of the Yorkshire Regiment in an interactive audio visual presentation. Also "traditional"
museum exhibits - uniforms, weapons, relics etc. Located in the centre of the market square. Tel. (01748) 826561
Mackenzie Thorpe Gallery. Art studio in Rosemary Lane. Tel. (01748) 823224
Aske Hall - set in Capability Brown landscaped gardens, this is a Georgiam gem. Telephone to check opening. Aske Hall
has its own chapel, follies, a terraced garden, and ornamental lake. Afternoon teas and tours on Wednesdays in July and August - but it
is necessary to book in advance. Tel. (01748) 850391
Easby Abbey. Just one mile down river from Richmond, The remains of the 12th century Premonstratensian monastery lie on the banks of the river
Swale. The nearby Church of St. Agatha contains a Norman font, and beautiful wall paintings from the 13th century.
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Travel Tips
By car. Richmond is located about five miles from Scotch Corner, the well known staging point on the A1 in North Yorkshire. This point
can be reached from the Lake District, via Kirby Stephen and Brough, and using the A66, in about one hour from Kendal. From all other directions,
the A1 provides a fast and usually unhindered route to Scotch Corner. From there, Richmond is clearly signposted.
By train. The nearest mainline railway station is Darlington, Co. Durham. A taxi from the station will cost about £12, and the taxi office
at the station is open 24 hours a day.
By Air. Flights from Amsterdam and London Heathrow arrive at Teeside Airport, from where you can hire a car, or take a taxi. If
you plan to stay a few days, a car is recommended as you will be able to explore Swaledale, to the west of Richmond, and Wensleydale
famous for its cheese situated a few miles south.
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Where to stay
Kings Head Hotel, Market Place, Richmond. Tel. (01748) 850220
Black Lion Hotel, Finkle Street, Richmond. Tel. (01748) 823121
Scotch Corner Hotel. Member of the Quality Friendly chain. Tel. (01748) 850900
Scotch Corner Travelodge. Tel. (01325) 377177
Richmond Town Centre - Mr & Mrs Woodward provide Bed and Breakfast at 66 Frenchgate, Richmond, North Yorkshire.
Richmond - Victoria House. B & B, en-suite (all rooms), Mr & Mrs Tate, 49 Maison Dieu, Richmond, North Yorkshire. Tel : (01748) 824830
Scotch Corner Caravan Park. Tel. (01748) 822530
Richmond (Yorks) Caravan Park. Mill Cottage, Richmond. Tel. (01748) 822362
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Recommended places to eat
Kings Head Hotel. Tel. (01748) 850220
Frenchgate Cafe. Tel . (01748) 824929
Black Bull, Moulton. Tel. (01325) 377289
Stanwick Arms, Aldbrough.
Shoulder of Mutton, Kirby Hill, (01748) 822772. French chef.
Treasure Garden Cantonese Restaurant. Tel. (01748) 825827
The Willows English Restaurant. Tel. (01748) 824874
The Bistro. Chantry Wynd, Richmond. Proprietors Maurice & Linda Pastorello. Tel. (01748) 850792
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Other local places to visit
Aysgarth Falls, Aysgarth
The
Buttertubs - one of the highest sections of roads in the country. The
buttertubs are a series of deep limestone shafts said to look like buttertubs.
Care required.
Buckden and Buckden Pike. Just North of Grassington, Buckden can truly claim to be the "Gateway to the Dales". You can
stroll along the Dales Way to take in beautiful scenic walks. For the more adventurous, Buckden Pike offers a challenge. There is a memorial on Buckden Pike
in memory of a Polish crew killed in an RAF plane crash. Richard Fusniak, (whose father was the sole survivor of this tragic accident) has created an interesting web site at http://geocities.datacellar.net/CapeCanaveral/Runway/8423/buckden.htm
which you might like to visit. Richard is looking for a close up picture of the foxes head on the memorial to place on his site.
Catterick Racecourse. Telephone for details.
Lightwater Valley. Adventure Theme Park - when the kids have had enough culture ! - Tel. (01765) 635368
Fountains
Abbey. Ripon. Open all year. The largest and most complete Cistercian
foundation in Europe located in Studley Royal Estate. Tel. (01765) 608888
Swaledale Folk Museum. Open Good Friday - October 31. The Green, Reeth, nr. Richmond. Tel. (01748) 884373
The
Forbidden Corner, Tupgill Park Estate, Near Middleham. Set in a 4-walled
garden, you can lose yourself in the underground labyrinth of chambers and passages
which comprise the Grotto. Discover intrigue and humour throughout the wood
where follies abound. Open Easter to october, but bookings for groups can be
arranged at other times. Tel. (01969) 640638
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Richmond Links
Richmond.org.
A great place to start your research into Richmond and the surrounding
area!
Richmond
Town Council. The official Town Council web site.
Richmondshire
District Council The official District Council web site. Click here
for the latest news from the district council.
The Richmond Partnership. To bring the community
together to increase the economic prosperity of the area, and in doing so to
enhance the quality of life for those people living and working within it. Tel.
(01748) 825971
Richmond Round Table. For men between 18-40. Richmond Round Table, in its 45th year, participates in many local activities, and meets
on the first and third Thursdays of each month (exc. July & August), at the Black Lion Hotel, Finkle Street. Visitors welcome. Tel. (01748) 850051
Richmond Live.
A group of people with a mission to promote lice music in Richmond and the surrounding
area. Main event is "Richmond Live" - a two day free open air extravaganza,
to be held on August 5th and 6th 2005.
Richmond
Rotary Club
The Duck Club
Richmond
Meet Association. responsible for promoting the May Bank Holiday Festival,
which includes floats and bands.
Richmond Camera Club
Richmond Operatic Society
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Other Links
Richmond On-Line Richmond's own Web Page
The Scorton Web Site An interesting and informative look at life in the village of Scorton, North Yorkshire
Dalesweb An excellent resource for visitors to the Yorkshire Dales
If you would like your Richmond business or association promoted here, then please mail me with details.
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