Places to explore
Discover all that North Yorkshire has to offer whilst staying at The Phoenix Guest House
York
York, once called Jorvik, was once the capital of a Viking territory. This city has so much to explore, you can step back in time to the middle ages and visit the Shambles. The overhanging timber-framed houses and traditional shopfronts makes it one of the UK’s most historic and picturesque streets.
Visit the York Minster, one of the largest cathedrals in Northern Europe and also one of the most beautiful gothic cathedrals in the world.
Experience the sights, sounds and smells of the time of the vikings at the immersive Jorvik Viking Centre, or discover 300 years of railway history, climb aboard restored locomotives and browse so many train-related artefacts at the National Railway Museum.
Whitby
Whitby is a seaside town and port. Situated on the east coast of Yorkshire at the mouth of the River Esk, Whitby has a maritime, mineral and tourist heritage. The fishing port emerged during the Middle Ages, supporting important herring and whaling fleets, and where Captain Cook learned seamanship.
Home to the ruins of Whitby Abbey, where Cædmon, the earliest recognised English poet, lived, it is also associated with the horror novel Dracula.
A top tourist destination, enhanced by the proximity of the high ground of the North York Moors national park and the heritage coastline. Jet and alum were mined locally, along with Whitby jet, which was mined by the Romans and Victorians, became fashionable during the 19th century.
Bridlington
Situated in the heart of the town lies its magnificent bustling harbour, a living reminder of the town's rich fishing heritage. It's the perfect place to marvel at panaramic views out to sea. Bridlington's glorious beaches, splendid land trains and iconic beach chalets, can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike.
Bridlington’s Old Town offers another side to the seaside. Explore the Georgian high street with its vintage galleries and independant shops and boutiques. Whether you're searching for bespoke jewllery, beautifully-crafted ceramics, or anything in-between, you're sure to pick up something special here.
There are some great places to visit, discover Sewerby Hall and its excellent gardens, or the mouthwatering John Bull rock factory, to exhilarating splash zones and climbing at the modern leisure centre.
Filey
Once a sleepy fishing village defined by its charismatic 19th Century cottages, Filey is now a popular holiday destination filled with plenty of things to do including sporting activities, historic landmarks, and some of North Yorkshire’s most beautiful scenery.
There are plenty of things to do in Filey such as exploring the local culture and natural scenery. When it comes to food and drink this compact town has everything from historic pubs and independent cafes, to local distilleries and breweries.
Filey Beach shouldn’t be missed, this beach boasts five miles of sand. The beach is lined with colourful beach huts that are available to hire during summer.
There so many places to visit like the beautiful Crescent Gardens or wander around Glen Gardens, expand your knowledge at the Filey Museum, perhaps taste the whiskey at The spirit of Yorkshire distillery.
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