Historic Sites in Harehills

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Historic Sites in Harehills

York Minster
York Minster
4.6 (12374 ratings)4.5 (13961 ratings)
Gothic cathedral with vast stained glass windows, interactive Undercroft exhibition and tower tours.
Deangate, York, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Kirkstall Abbey
Kirkstall Abbey
4.6 (3470 ratings)4.5 (1092 ratings)
Atmospheric, well preserved 12th-century abbey ruins with a visitor centre and tree-filled parkland.
Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistorical landmarkMuseumSacred & Religious SitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Creative Tourist
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"Kirkstall Abbey, Abbey Road, Leeds, LS5 3EH - Visit now. Founded in 1152, Kirkstall Abbey on the bank of the River Aire is one of the most complete examples of a medieval Cistercian monastery in Britain. Its dramatic ruins have inspired artists such as JMW Turner over the centuries, and provided the perfect setting for Yorkshire’s Gothic Film Festival in 2013"
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Set in beautiful parkland situated along the banks of the River Aire, the Kirkstall Abbey is an example of a medieval Cistercian abbey in Britain. Restoring its historic architecture, the abbey also displays nature through its wildlife and greenery. The abbey was founded by Henry de Lacy, baron of Pontefract, who was one of the leading landholders in the North."
Clifford's Tower, York
Clifford's Tower, York
4.2 (3127 ratings)4 (1966 ratings)
13th-century castle keep, built on a grass mound, formerly used as a prison and royal mint.
Tower St, York, YO1 9SA, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksFortressHeritage buildingHistoric SitesObservation Decks & TowersPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Clifford’s Tower, a semi-ruined 13th-century remnant of York Castle, is also one of the few Norman relics in a city dominated by Viking influence. Nowadays, Clifford’s Tower is one of the most popular and emblematic sights in York, and the panoramic views from the tower’s ramparts make it an excellent starting point for first-time visitors to historic York."
Mentioned by Wyld Family Travel
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"Seeing this amazing structure from the street is brilliant and free. It sits perfectly on top of its hill overlooking the city. It is almost all that remains of York Castle built by William the Conqueror and today is looked after by English Heritage"
Temple Newsam
Temple Newsam
4.6 (3473 ratings)4.5 (1012 ratings)
Grand residence standing in parkland and filled with priceless art and antiques plus a working farm.
Temple Newsam Rd, Leeds, LS15 0AE, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksEvent venueHistorical landmarkMuseumParkHistoric Sites
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Structured in an impressive Tudor- Jacobean fashion, Temple Newsam mansion is set within 1500 acres of enticing parklands, housing rare breed farm and displaying a rich history through its 500 years old country mansion. As you enter inside the mansion, you will come across some of the finest decorative art treasures.The place is also famous as the birth place of Lord Darnley, the notorious husb...Read more"
Mentioned by AverageLives
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"Head three miles out the centre to the historic Temple Newsam, it is easily accessible from the city by car, bus and Uber. Take in your surroundings in the country estate by enjoying the picturesque grounds, operational farm and extraordinary house. Uncover the many walking trails, sport facilities and there is even a GoApe here for the adrenaline junkies at an extra cost."
Mentioned by Roomzzz Aparthotels
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"Adventurous couples can tackle the tree tops at Temple Newsam. Be bold and go for the tree top challenge – the hardest Go Ape course. Your unbreakable love and unwavering support (did we just say that?) will get you through once you’re 15 meters above the ground."
Abbey House Museum
Abbey House Museum
4.6 (451 ratings)4.5 (371 ratings)
Family-friendly site opening a window onto 19th-century life in Leeds with shops, houses and an inn.
Abbey Walk, Abbey Rd, Kirkstall, Leeds LS5 3EH, United Kingdom
MuseumSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by mummytravels
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"In the galleries at Abbey House Museum, you’ll be transported back to life in Victorian Leeds, strolling recreated 19th century streets. There are shops, a pub and houses, where you can peer inside and see how people lived a century or so ago, as well as regular new exhibitions. You can also discover a whole area on classic toys, including traditional games and Victorian dolls – you can even play some of the original penny slot machines (and buy an old-fashioned penny from the vending machine to do it)."
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"Located about four miles west of Leeds in Aire Valley, Abbey House Museum in Kirkstall is in a magnificent Cistercian house built in 1152. The picturesque remains include a roofless church with a narrow choir and a ruined tower, an almost completely preserved chapterhouse, as well as a refectory, kitchen, and various other buildings. The gatehouse is now part of the Abbey House Museum with its reproduction houses, shops, and workshops illustrating life in Yorkshire through the centuries."
Mentioned by Citylife UK
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"During the Victorian Period, the Industrial Revolution changed Britain, turning it from a rich but agricultural nation to the modern country it is today. Abbey House Museum captures these exciting times, recreating shops, pubs and houses from the 19th century. Wander through Victorian streets and see how the people of Leeds lived two hundred years ago, and see if you can spot what has changed and what’s stayed the same."
York City Walls
York City Walls
4.6 (61 ratings)4.5 (8628 ratings)
Remnants of a stonework enclosure around a rectangular fortification, erected in 71 CE.
Unnamed Road, York, YO1 7LJ, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksAncient RuinsHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Brontë Parsonage Museum
Brontë Parsonage Museum
4.6 (1911 ratings)4.5 (1688 ratings)
The Brontë family home, displaying personal items, manuscripts and letters by the literary sisters.
Church Street, Haworth, Haworth, Keighley BD22 8DR, United Kingdom
MuseumHistoric SitesHistory Museums
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Many of Britain’s most well recognised historical figures were born in Yorkshire, and the Brontë sisters are no exception. Kept inside their old house in Haworth, the Passage Museum contains the largest collection of their manuscripts, letters and other writings anywhere in the world. A true beacon of literary history."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"The best of Haworth's Brontë sights is this somber Georgian (1778) house where the sisters grew up. It displays original furniture (some…"
Saint Wilfrid's Catholic Church
Saint Wilfrid's Catholic Church
4.5 (16 ratings)5 (21 ratings)
Coltsgate Hill, Ripon, HG4 2AB, United Kingdom
Catholic churchSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious SitesEducational sitesHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Harewood House Trust
Harewood House Trust
4.5 (2607 ratings)4 (1132 ratings)
18th-century stately home with Robert Adam-designed interiors, priceless art and landscaped garden.
Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds LS17 9LG, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsHistoric Sites
Mentioned by mummytravels
The best things to do in Leeds with kids
"There’s far more than just the stately home to discover at Harewood House – this is somewhere to spend all day exploring. The grounds have three walking trails to help you explore, along with a great adventure playground, and a natural play area in the woods, a ‘secret’ tunnel to the Norman church, formal gardens, a pretty lake with a ferry heading across to more gardens and usually boat trips running too. You’ll also find a string of farmyard animals, from guinea pigs to actual pigs, and a host of rare birds, including macaws and cockatoos, lovebirds and a flamboyance of flamingos."
Mentioned by TripHobo
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"Situated within “capability” Brown designed landscape, this historic Georgian property offers breathtaking views from its terraces. Inside the house, you can see rare Chippendale furniture and exquisite interior designs in the State Rooms. Also, do take out time to explore the corridors Below Stairs."
National Trust - Treasurer's House, York
National Trust - Treasurer's House, York
4.6 (719 ratings)4.5 (1478 ratings)
Well-preserved house filled with 17th- and 18th-century furniture, ceramics, textiles and paintings.
Minster Yard, York, YO1 7JL, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Explore one of the original National Trust properties at York’s Treasurer’s House, an opulent and eclectic 2-story mansion set amid landscaped gardens that has a fascinating history spanning 2,000 years. Highlights include the period rooms replete with historical artifacts, including a Queen Anne bedspread and a blown-glass chandelier, as well as the allegedly haunted cellars."

Best Rated Movie Theaters in Harehills

City Varieties Music Hall
City Varieties Music Hall
4.8 (948 ratings)4.5 (354 ratings)
Ornate, restored 19th-century music hall for behind-the-scenes morning tours, live music and comedy.
Swan St, Leeds, LS1 6LW, United Kingdom
Live music venueConcerts & ShowsBarEvent venuePerforming arts theaterTheaters
Leeds Playhouse
Leeds Playhouse
4.6 (1381 ratings)4.5 (362 ratings)
Dynamic theatre producing an eclectic range of new works alongside more established favourites.
Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UP, United Kingdom
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsTheaters
Mentioned by TripHobo
Things to do with Family & kids in Leeds
"Begun in 1964, the West Yorkshire Playhouse has established a reputation both nationally and internationally as one of Britain’s most exciting producing theatres. Opened as a successor to earlier Leeds Playhouse, its structure has two auditoria and hosts a range of productions – from classical drama to modern European theatre and children’s shows. If you are looking forward to...Read more"
Mentioned by Erasmusu
The Best Cultural Attractions in Leeds
"Where: Leeds Playhouse, Playhouse Square, Quarry Hill, LS2 7UP. Leeds Playhouse is a theatre and events space in Leeds which is a must visit attraction. It shows a range of shows, varying from performances for children to modern European theatre."
Lawrence Batley Theatre
Lawrence Batley Theatre
4.6 (729 ratings)4.5 (115 ratings)
Art space including live performance, a dynamic exhibition program and meet-the-artist events.
Queen St, Huddersfield, HD1 2SP, United Kingdom
Performing arts theaterConcerts & ShowsArt galleryBarCafeConference centerTheaters

Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Harehills

Ripley Castle
Ripley Castle
4.5 (1708 ratings)4.5 (917 ratings)
Privately occupied country Baronet's seat, open for events and tours of the house and grounds.
Ripley, Harrogate, HG3 3AY, United Kingdom
CastleNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by Best in York Guide
The Yorkshire Dales with kids
"Ripley Castle near Harrogate is a child friendly estate which offers regular castle tours especially for children. The children’s tours are a child friendly length of 45 minutes but there are also adult tours available. The extensive grounds of the estate include a deer park, a small children’s play area and a pretty walled kitchen garden so are ideal for a good run around."
Mentioned by Sing Gin |
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"Very close to our Yorkshire Dales distillery in Kettlesing, Ripley Castle is among the best things to see in the Yorkshire Dales. Over 700 years old; the castle has lakes, a deer park, walled gardens, hothouses and more to explore. The grounds are particularly attractive in Spring, when they’re in full bloom."
Leeds Town Hall
Leeds Town Hall
4.4 (130 ratings)4.5 (296 ratings)
Grand 19th-century municipal hall with an ornate neoclassical facade, now hosting concerts & comedy.
The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AD, United Kingdom
City HallSights & LandmarksConcert hallLive music venueArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Leeds-List
12 of the Most Interesting Buildings in Leeds
"Another designed by Cuthbert Brodrick, it was the tallest building in the city when it opened in 1858. Since then, it’s been eclipsed by a host of skyscrapers, but its majesty remains. The 10-column colonnade, flanked by four Portland stone lions, immediately catches the eye, but be sure to look up."
Mentioned by Erasmusu
The Best Cultural Attractions in Leeds
"Leeds Town Hall was built between 1853 and 1858 and is a Grade 1 listed building in classic and baroque style. It hosts a range of cultural events such as live music, comedy shows, film screenings and more."
National Trust - East Riddlesden Hall
National Trust - East Riddlesden Hall
4.6 (1100 ratings)4.5 (548 ratings)
Restored manor house with period furnishings and formal gardens, plus a tearoom. National Trust.
Bradford Rd, Riddlesden, Keighley BD20 5EL, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Official Website of Keighley Town Centre
Places to See - Keighley
"Within easy reach of the town, East Riddlesden Hall is a stunning national trust property which makes for a great day out or even a venue for a special occasion. The current 17th century manor house sits on an estate with roots stretching back to the 7th century. Enjoy the house, tearoom, and grounds of this beautiful spot."
Mentioned by Trek Zone
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"East Riddlesden Hall is a 17th-century manor house in Keighley, West Yorkshire, England, now owned by the National Trust. The hall was built in 1642 by a wealthy Halifax clothier, James Murgatroyd. The hall is a Grade I listed building."

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Harehills

Cakes By Rebecca
Cakes By Rebecca
5 (15 ratings)
30 Turton Green, Gildersome, Morley, Leeds LS27 7LD, United Kingdom
Cake shopBakeryChocolate shopCookie shopDessert shopWedding bakery
Bakery 164
Bakery 164
4.8 (247 ratings)
164 Woodhouse Ln., Woodhouse, Leeds LS2 9HB, United Kingdom
Sandwich shopBakeryCoffee shopTakeout Restaurant
Mentioned by inews.co.uk
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"Proving the best baked goods don’t always have to be sweet, this independent sandwich bakery serves the most delicious selection of Italian breads, which are all handcrafted on site. Rotating more than 200 fillings, you’ll be sure to find a lunch time snack here that you won’t forget in a hurry. Visit: 164 Woodhouse Lane, LS2 9HB"
Greggs
Greggs
4 (206 ratings)
A chain bakery that prepares breads, savoury snacks, sandwiches and sweet treats.
150 Hard Ings Rd, Keighley, BD21 3NJ, United Kingdom
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