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Thornton
Watlass Hall Local Places
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Located centrally within North
Yorkshire and within easy reach of the A1 trunk road, Thornton Watlass Hall
is perfectly placed to act as a base from which to explore - from the
immediate area to locations throughout the North of England. If you are looking for information about
events and sporting activities, visit our
events
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Thorpe Perrow
Arboretum & Falconry The Falcons of Thorp Perrow is the ultimate
family day out, incorporating the opportunity to learn more about birds of
prey and associated wildlife, with the enjoyment of hands on experience for
all the family. Combined with the beautiful and historic Thorp Perrow
Arboretum, a full and spectacular day in the Yorkshire countryside is
complete. Distance: less than 3 miles (6 minutes drive)
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The Black Sheep Brewery Visitor Centre The Black Sheep Brewery Visitors Centre is the
ideal place for a day or evening out. You can take a tour of the Brewery,
have a meal in the Bistro and Baa...r and buy souvenirs from the Sheepy Shop. Distance: less than 5 miles (8 minutes drive) |
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Middleham Castle (English Heritage) Before the present castle was built in the
12th century, a Norman motte-and-bailey fortification existed at Middleham.
The earthworks of this fortification survive to the south west of the
existing castle. The principal building on the new site was a formidable
stone keep, one of the largest in England. During its heyday in the 15th
century, extensive improvements were made and it became the childhood and
favourite home of Richard III. Distance: less than 9 miles (13 minutes drive)
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While you're
there, why not also visit: A unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers,
follies and surprises. The Racing Stables The racing stables at Middleham house nearly
500 horses, which can be seen daily walking through town on their way to the
moorland training gallops above the town. |
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Tennants is the biggest auction house outside
the M25 and is placed close to the Hall in nearby Leyburn. Winner of the BACA
Award for Best Regional Auction House in 2001 and Auctioneer of the Year
2002. The purpose-built Auction Centre in Leyburn is situated in rolling
Yorkshire countryside. Distance: less than 10 miles (20 minutes drive)
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While you're
there, why not also visit: A spectacular mediaeval fortress, situated in
the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales. Market On Fridays there is an open-air market in the
square and livestock sales at the auction mart. |
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There has been a church at this location since
AD 672 when St Wilfred built it. The current building includes fantastic
carvings amongst other beautiful things you can see. Distance: Under 19 miles (25 minutes drive)
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While you're
there, why not also visit: You can explore 800 years of history at this
World Heritage site. The Abbey is one of the most complete remains of a
Cistercian abbey in Britain dating back to 1132. North Yorkshire's own
theme park - including Europe's longest rollercoaster. |
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Founded by the Normans
in 1071 the town grew up around the castle built on the 'riche-mont' or
'strong-hill' that gave the town its name and whose massive keep dominates
all other buildings around. Distance:
Under 19 miles (30 minutes drive) |
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While you're there, why not also visit: The Green
Howards Museum The 300 year story of a
Northern County infantry regiment in peace and war. " Undoubtedly the best
regimental collection in the country" - Dr
David Chandler, Military Historian. The garden at Millgate
has been featured in publications around the world. Although a small garden
its situation overlooking the River Swale with the waterfalls in the
background and the intensive planting make it unique and very special. |
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Thornton Watlass Hall provide
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or accuracy of the information within these websites. |
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