Middlethorpe Hall: A Hotel with History
Once the home of diarist Lady Mary Wortley Montagu, this handsome country house just outside York is now a sumptuous hotel
Words: Harry Jones
While we were checking out of Middlethorpe Hall Hotel and Spa, relaxed...
City Guide: York, where the cobbles (almost) breathe Roman and Viking history
From Roman ruins to Viking heritage, this northern English city lives and breathes history on every cobbled street. Here’s our guide to getting the best out of York.
Vivien Leigh exhibition to open in York
Iconic Gone with the Wind star’s public and private life is explored with stunning photos and other highlights from the actress’ personal collection.
One of Britain’s most iconic actresses, Vivien Leigh embodied an age as...
Watch the Tour de France set off from Yorkshire
Middlethorpe Hall & Spa offers guests a unique stay during this year's Grand Depart of the Tour de France
Located just a few miles outside the city of York, Middlethorpe Hall & Spa is a...
Historic York
With Roman origins, Viking successes, a stunning Norman Cathedral, and its Georgian gorgeousness, a visit to York is a journey through layers of history.
“The extraordinary thing about York is that it's like an enormous...
The Queen’s return to York Minster
The Queen is to make a glorious return to York Minster, as the city hosts Her Majesty's annual Maundy mass in her Diamond Jubilee year.
Queen Elizabeth II's first Maundy mass at York Minster was...
Hidden gems of Yorkshire
Yorkshire offers something to inspire you, whatever your passion. Here is our selection of the area's best kept secrets
Aysgarth Falls, Wensleydale Famous for its triple flight of waterfalls, carved out by the River Ure. The upper fall featured...
Historic York in pictures
A wonderful selection of photos of historic York
All the images are courtesy of Francis Frith and available to buy as prints by clicking the image.
Above: Cliffords Tower, c1950
Britain’s greatest cathedrals
You don’t have to be religious to believe that Britain’s cathedrals are the country’s greatest buildings, from the great medieval cathedrals to the Baroque brilliance of St Paul’s
A cathedral is a bishop’s church, where the bishop’s throne...
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