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Knaresborough: A Jewel in North Yorkshire’s Crown

Knaresborough: A Jewel in North Yorkshire’s Crown
by Rupert Malone on January 21, 2009 in United Kingdom

England has many hidden treasures and one such gem is the Yorkshire town of Knaresborough. Historically it is the former home of the country’s most famous prophetess, Old Mother Shipton, and a trip to the Mother Shipton Estate is a must for any visitor.

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Fewston

Fewston
by Mike Morris on January 28, 2008 in United Kingdom

One of the many great attractions of the North Yorkshire countryside is an abundance of unexpected and unspoiled places hidden like small jewels amongst the trees and hills.One such gem is the Fewston/Swinsty reservoir area, situated about six miles west of Harrogate, accessible only by meandering country roads.

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