Historic Sites in West Haddlesey

We've collected top 10 mentioned historic sites in West Haddlesey from other articles such as The Crazy Tourist, leedsbeckett.ac.uk, Within the old city walls.

Historic Sites in West Haddlesey

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 BabyBreaks
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"If you’re after a unique place to soak up some sunshine, you must explore this atmospheric example of medieval architecture with the kids on your trip to Leeds. That is to say, a fantastic place for the little ones to run around, these much photographed ruins are surrounded by acres of parkland along the banks of the River Aire. The Visitor Centre delves into the lives of the 12th century monks who lived here and in addition there are seasonal family activities and walking trails to discover too."
Mentioned by mummytravels
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"One of the most complete medieval abbeys in the UK, Kirkstall Abbey was founded over 800 years ago as a Cistercian Abbey. It’s another great free day out in Leeds with kids, with regular family events and activities during holidays, including trails and art packs. Whenever you visit, you can stroll through the ruined abbey buildings and the lovely parkland on the banks of the river, plus more about the monks who lived here, on display at the visitor centre."
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 iknow-uk.com
York Museums
"Family friendly York Castle Museum is centrally situated near Coppergate Shopping Centre – green signs direct you to the ‘Castle Area’. Collections of Costume and Textiles, Military and Social History and a collection on York Castle’s most famous prisoner Dick Turpin, eventually hanged in 1739, all feature in exhibitions. A favourite with children, the recreated Victorian and Georgian rooms here display historic every day items from the collection of North Yorkshire country doctor John Kirk."
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 mummytravels
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"Another great historic house with plenty to do in the grounds for kids, Temple Newsam is only around 15 minutes’ drive from Leeds city centre. The rare breed Home farm is a big hit with younger kids – and older ones, for that matter – with everything from the small and fluffy, including guinea pigs, to rarer farm animals, all set within the outbuildings and around the cobbled yard. There are some lovely walks around the grounds too, with nature trails and an adventure playground too."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"Temple Newsam, one of the romantic places to go in Leeds, is a historic site with vast grounds and gardens where you two can take a stroll. Take in its 500-year-deep history all recounted in its glorious 1,500-acres (607-hectares) mansion ground. The temple’s walls — where royalty once walked — are full of history."
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 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."
Mentioned by Heathrow Airport
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"The entertaining Abbey House Museum is contained in the gatehouse of the picturesque, ruined Kirkstall Abbey, dating from 1152. Abbey House allows visitors to walk around the streets of 1880s Leeds, while the upstairs section features galleries detailing the history of Kirkstall Abbey and the social history of the area. The museum has won awards for being family-friendly and fun for children."
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
Bramham Park
Bramham Park
4.6 (831 ratings)4.5 (27 ratings)
Stately home from 1698 styled as a Florentine villa, with landscaped gardens, hosting major events.
Bramham Ln, Wetherby, LS23 6ND, United Kingdom
ParkSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Located between Leeds and Wetherby, Bramham Park is the site of the iconic Leeds Festival which occurs every August bank holiday weekend. If you don’t hold tickets to the festival, visit during the rest of the year to explore the 18th Century manor house and its sprawling grounds."
York Cold War Bunker
York Cold War Bunker
4.6 (522 ratings)4.5 (705 ratings)
Fallout monitoring centre in case of nuclear war until 1990s, now open and run by English Heritage.
Monument Cl, Holgate, York YO24 4HT, United Kingdom
Historical place museumSights & LandmarksHeritage buildingHistorical landmarkHistoric Sites
Mentioned by viator.com
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"Like a moment frozen in time, York’s Cold War bunker takes visitors back to an era where the threat of nuclear explosions prompted the construction of this space. The partially-underground bunker is a glimpse into the recent history of the British Cold War, built in 1961 to monitor fallout. It was decommissioned in the 1990s, but remains a reminder of what it is like to live under the threat of nuclear war."
The Minster Church of St George
The Minster Church of St George
4.7 (220 ratings)4.5 (113 ratings)
9 Church St, Doncaster, DN1 1RD, United Kingdom
Episcopal churchSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious SitesHistoric SitesChurches & Cathedrals
Roman Column
Roman Column
4.4 (105 ratings)3.5 (75 ratings)
Only remaining column of 36 that once supported a grand Roman hall, with an informational plaque.
11 Minster Yard, York, YO1 7HH, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistoric SitesMonuments & StatuesPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Best Dinner Places to Eat in West Haddlesey

Chefs Restaurant & Takeaway Leeds
Chefs Restaurant & Takeaway Leeds
4.5 (125 ratings)
50 Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 4LA, United Kingdom
RestaurantIndian restaurant
The Fox & Hounds
The Fox & Hounds
4.3 (807 ratings)
672 Barnsley Rd, Newmillerdam, Wakefield WF2 6QQ, United Kingdom
PubRestaurant
29 States The Indian Kitchen
29 States The Indian Kitchen
4.5 (359 ratings)
Classic Indian cuisine served with wine in a bustling, casual setting with a warm atmosphere.
Opposite Clifford's Tower,, 12-13 Tower St, York YO1 9SA, United Kingdom
Indian restaurantRestaurant

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in West Haddlesey

Cafe No.8 Bistro
Cafe No.8 Bistro
4.6 (341 ratings)
Stylish bistro and walled garden serving creative and traditional dishes from fixed-price set menus.
8 Gillygate, York, YO31 7EQ, United Kingdom
BistroBreakfast restaurant
Oranaise Café
Oranaise Café
4.4 (542 ratings)
Cafe and North African restaurant furnished with traditional Moorish lanterns, carpets and mirrors.
1 The Crescent, Woodhouse, Leeds LS6 2NW, United Kingdom
CafeBreakfast restaurantMediterranean restaurantMoroccan restaurantVegan restaurant
Mentioned by mytutor.co.uk
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"Finally, this unique café in Hyde Park is a real taste of something different. Boasting a rich menu filled with Middle Eastern delicacies, you’ll be spoilt for choice if you want to try something new. It’s perfect for vegetarians and vegans as well, as they have a whole separate menu to cater to your veggie friends."
Stax Burgers & Cafe
Stax Burgers & Cafe
4.7 (18 ratings)
93 Barkerend Rd, Bradford, BD3 9AA, United Kingdom
RestaurantBreakfast restaurantChocolate cafeCoffee wholesaler

Top Best Sushi Places & Restaurants in West Haddlesey

itsu
itsu
4.3 (674 ratings)
Japanese counter-service and takeaway chain for sushi, salads and noodle dishes.
36-38 Commercial St, Leeds, LS1 6EX, United Kingdom
Health food restaurantFast food restaurantJapanese restaurantOrganic restaurantRestaurantSoutheast Asian restaurantSushi restaurant
Wasabi Sushi & Bento - Leeds Albion Street
Wasabi Sushi & Bento - Leeds Albion Street
4.4 (650 ratings)
Light-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes.
Unit K27, 27 Albion St, Leeds LS1 5AT, United Kingdom
Japanese restaurantAsian restaurantTakeout RestaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"If you’re in need of a quick sushi fix to take away, make a beeline for Wasabi. They have a wide and varied selection for you to choose from, including hosomaki, gunkan and futomaki. Each roll is packed full of the finest fresh fish, so you can enjoy melt-in-the-mouth Scottish salmon and sustainably-caught yellow fin tuna."
Issho Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Issho Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
4.3 (434 ratings)
Airy, contemporary rooftop for Japanese izakaya dishes plus cocktails, sake, snacks & a terrace.
Victoria Gate 3rd Floor Rooftop, George St, Leeds LS2 7AU, United Kingdom
Izakaya restaurantJapanese restaurantSushi restaurant
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Issho is a rooftop restaurant with views that look out across the rooftops. The menu is designed for sharing, so you can choose from a selection of premium sushi alongside bao buns and robatayaki dishes like pork belly with spring onion and shichimi. Head Chef Joe Grant is a seafood expert and he’s travelled all over the world to perfect his culinary creations."
Mentioned by Leeds-List
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"Japanese restaurant Issho puts an Oriental twist on the bottomless brunch with their akachan baby brunch menu. You get to choose any three dishes for £15 – it could be one of their spicy tofu bao buns, the asparagus bundle with crispy chicken and wafu dressing, or their acclaimed chicken karaage with wasabi mayo. Want never-ending prosecco?"
Mentioned by Yorkshire Wonders
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"Issho – “meaning ‘together’ in Japanese – is a contemporary Japanese rooftop restaurant & bar in Leeds’ Victoria Gate. Issho champions dishes that are designed to be shared amongst friends and family. Enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine whilst sitting at the open kitchen counters."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near West Haddlesey

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