If you have 7 days to spend in Northallerton, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy! Here are some suggestions:
Spend your first day taking a leisurely stroll around the town. Visit the Northallerton Tourist Information Centre to get a map of the town. Walk through Applegarth Park, visit the Northallerton Market, and explore the All Saints' Parish Church.
Discover the life and work of James Herriot, the world-famous author and veterinarian, at The World of James Herriot. This museum is located in Thirsk, just a short drive from Northallerton. Spend around three hours at the museum and enjoy the interactive exhibits and displays.
Travel to York and spend the day exploring the National Railway Museum, which houses over 300 years of railway history. Spend around four hours at the museum and don't miss out on the opportunity to hop aboard the steam engines and locomotives.
Head to Ripon and explore the ruins of Fountains Abbey. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is set within beautiful gardens and greenery making it an ideal day out in nature. Spend the day here, have a picnic and explore the site which takes around four hours.
Take a guided walk on the North York Moors. This area boasts stunning views of the Yorkshire countryside and historic landmarks such as Roseberry Topping. Contact Footloose Guided Walking for a list of routes and recommended walks.
Explore the green spaces of the Hambleton Hills which offers a variety of routes for hikers. You can purchase a Map of the Hambleton Hills from their website ahead of time, and it'll be a good idea to bring walking boots for this excursion. Take a break at Sutton Bank National Park Centre, which offers a range of hot drinks and food options.
Drive to Barnard Castle and visit the Bowes Museum, a French-style château that showcases a collection of fine and decorative arts. With over 800 pieces on display, some by renowned artists such as El Greco and Goya, it will take around 3-4 hours to tour the museum.
There are several places to stay in Northallerton, including The Golden Lion Hotel and The Black Bull Inn which offer comfortable accommodation and can be booked on popular booking sites such as bookings.com or Expedia.