Why go?
The perfect Yorkshire holiday is a tale of two centres. Start in Victorian Harrogate, a gorgeous spa town, then move onto Ripon - an ancient cathedral hub, one of the nation's smallest cities. In some ways these two places couldn't be more different, and yet together they are the perfect pair for weekend explorers, easily connected by a half-hour bus ride. Enjoy spa and shopping in Harrogate, and religious history and fascinating museums in Ripon. There are also plenty of tea rooms, gardens and walks to fill your time.
Experience the best of Harrogate
Arriving into Harrogate, it's easy to be struck by its beauty: neat honey-hued architecture, fashionable shopping strips, a beautiful Grade-II listed Edwardian performance hall. The discovery of dozens of natural springs turned what was once two small villages into a hub for the elite during the Victorian era, attracting royalty and aristocracy to take the healing waters. Today, you can still see the old sulphur spring source by the Royal Pump Room - once a water bar, now a museum - and plenty of beautiful landscaped gardens.
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the {{IssueName}} edition of {{MagazineName}}.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
The benefits of waking up early
I can almost feel my daughters rolling their eyes at the thought of me writing about the joys of waking up early.
'Rylan makes me MILLIONS!
The presenter talks about his love life, professional success and his alter ego
GATSBY
He needed a home, but was Maria barking to even consider taking him in?
My mindset MAKEOVER
After losing 4st, the future is bright for Hazel James
Eat more WEIGH LESS
Feel fuller while losing weight with our exclusive plan from Slimming World
Autumn tricks YOU NEED TO KNOW
Stop cold, dark nights disturbing your sleep with these expert cheats
'HARRY WILL NOT BE BACK'
Reports of Prince Harry wanting to return to the UK and royal duties are, I’m told, ‘completely wrong’.
'I'M HONOURED to still be part of Strictly'
Strictly Come Dancing judge Anton Du Beke on the hit show and why he'll never retire
Would you keep CANCER A SECRET?
Model Elle Macpherson revealed she kept her battle with the disease hidden - we find out why many others choose to do the same
'Ruth has handled the split WITH DIGNITY'
Coleen Nolan on grief, supporting Ruth Langsford through divorce and moving in with boyfriend Michael Jones