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Castles in North Yorkshire
Northern England is home to some of the UK's oldest and most imposing castles.
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Castle Howard: North Yorkshire UK
Located just 15 miles north east of York England, Castle Howard is known for its large art collection and beautiful gardens.
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Explore North Yorkshire's Whitby
Although only a small fishing town, Whitby has a fascinating history. Visit Whitby Abbey, wander the shops, and stroll along the stunning local sea cliffs.
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Goathland, North Yorkshire England
Known as Aidensfield in "Heartbeat" and Hogsmeade railway station in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone", this English village is a popular tourist destination.
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Nunnington Hall Yorkshire
Nunnington Hall, owned by the National Trust, is an unlikely but popular international concert and exhibition venue.
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Things to do in Whitby
Whitby and the surrounding North York Moors offers a fascinating range of things to do for all ages.
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Creepy Trails to You . . .
How are you going to spend Halloween?
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Robin Hood's Bay - Yorkshire
Robin Hood probably never visited this part of Yorkshire, but there were robbers of a different kind.
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Touring Historical York England
York UK offers many museums and historical buildings so it's easy to see why tourism is its main industry and why it's a major tourist destination in Britain.
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Druids in the Heart of Yorkshire
The Druid's Temple, named by its builder in the 1800s, is a vast imitation of Stone Henge, complete with phallus, cave, and a circle of standing stones.
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The Harrogate Spring Flower Show
England's annual flower shows get a kick start with the annual Harrogate Spring Flower Show under the auspices of the North of England Horticultural Society. The Travelsleuth recommends some special hotels and local beauty spots.
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The Origins of Bonfire and Fireworks Night
Bonfire, or Guy Fawkes night is celebrated in the UK on November the fifth. It is a time for festivities and fun across the country.
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First Light, by Joe Cornish
First Light by Joe Cornish is a superbly produced hardback that provides fascinating insights into the mind and work of one of Britain's best landscape photographers.
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Visiting Yorkshire
Great Ayton is a good place to start exploring England's north-east coast before venturing into Scotland.
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York Minster in York England
Known as the Minster, this cathedral which dominates the skyline of York Great Britain, is a masterpiece of architecture and ancient stained glass windows.
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Travelsleuth's Diary: September Garden Shows
The Travelsleuth chronicles the last warm days of of summer in his cottage garden and looks forward to the last of the year's summer Garden Shows.
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Bolton Castle Prison of Queen Mary
Mary Queen of Scots spent six months imprisoned in luxury at Bolton Castle, North Yorkshire. She was to spend nearly two decades as a prisoner of Queen Elizabeth I.
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Buckden Pike Circuit Hike in England's Mountains
A hike in North Yorkshire requiring moderate fitness and combining panoramic scenery, limestone bluffs, local history and native wildlife with a classic glacial valley.
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Morris Minor
Well over one million Morris Minors were made and new spare parts are still available.
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Beautiful Strangers, Ellen Dean
In her debut novel, Ellen Dean tells the story of a group of high society women living in a world of betrayal, emotional blackmail, and, above all, the need for love.
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Dot Com, City of Dreams
Musical theater playwright Malcolm Simpson discusses "Dot Com, City of Dreams," scheduled for Planet Hollywood on July 18-19.
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English Family Food
For healthy and delicious family food, check out this new recipe book from Bettys, the famous English tea shop.
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Museums for Children in Yorkshire
All-weather museums in the North of England that will fascinate and educate children of all ages. Some have no entry fee and all will entertain kids for hours.
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Northern England's National Trails
Over 2,500 miles of public paths for walking, cycling and horse riding across England and Wales are protected as National Trails for their outstanding natural beauty.
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Sanity and Other Delusions
An outstanding mini-collection of short stories on psychological disintegration, with introduction by Stephen Volk and cover by J.K. Potter, by the author of The Impelled
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Stones History (Mar 7-13)
Somes Stones events this week in history
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Writers' Rituals - Jane Finnis
Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Mystery writer Jane Finnis shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.
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Christmas in York England 2007
York offers a full slate of festivities for the Yorkshire holiday season such as Christmas markets, caroling, fairs, outdoor skating, street entertainment, cruises.
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Grey Squirrels Facing Cull in UK
Grey squirrels of American origin threaten the native red squirrels of Great Britain. Now the battle goes into a new round - with a big culling scheme in South Scotland.
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Haunted York England Pubs
Hauntings and apparitions are present in many inns and public houses such as The Golden Fleece, The Black Swan, The Roman Bath and The White Swan
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London's Antiques Trail leads to Newby Hall
The Travelsleuth admires the expensively beautiful antiques and glitterati on display London's Grosvenor House Antiques Fair and a Roman Venus is sold at Christies for £8 million.<B>Updated 14 June</B>
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UK DVD in the USA | Tales of the Unexpected | Brit-Buffy
Your guide to watching British DVDs in North America plus Tales of the Unexpected, British Buffy, German Fawlty Towers, Ultraviolet, Jill Dando murder case and Talking Movies
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Travelsleuth's July Diary. Equestrian Events
The Travelsleuth looks at polo now enjoying a surge of popularity thanks to Princes William and Harry; summer show jumping at Hickstead, great Agricultural Shows, and a Michelin Star connoisseur hotel set in a Welsh valley overlooking the river Wye. <B>Updated 27 June.</B>
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