Halifax
Shibden Hall & Park
Step inside the historic home of diarist Anne Lister, then slow the pace with a wander through the surrounding parkland. A lovely way to bring local history into your stay.
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HISTORIC YORKSHIRE DAYS OUT
EXPLORE
YORKSHIRE
Historic houses, medieval landmarks and places shaped by the past. Discover Yorkshire’s heritage from The Lodge.
EXPLORE HISTORIC DAYS OUT ↓YORKSHIRE SCENERY · MALHAM
Discover Yorkshire’s story
Historic Yorkshire Days Out
Cliftone Fold is well placed for historic days out in Yorkshire, from remarkable houses and medieval landmarks to industrial heritage and famous towns and cities. Set off from Clifton, Brighouse, and discover a different chapter each day.
Looking for things to do near Brighouse or places to visit near Halifax? Begin with our nearby favourites, then venture further for some of the finest Yorkshire heritage attractions.
Highly Recommended Nearby
Saltaire
Saltaire & Salts Mill
Discover a UNESCO World Heritage village shaped by Victorian industry. Explore its characterful streets, then make time for art, independent shops and a leisurely lunch at Salts Mill.
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Haworth
Haworth & the Brontë Parsonage Museum
Follow cobbled streets to the Brontë family’s former home and discover the lives behind the novels. The surrounding moors add a wonderfully atmospheric backdrop to a literary day out.
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Leeds
Royal Armouries Museum
Discover the national collection of arms and armour, from intricate craftsmanship to remarkable stories. A rewarding family day out with plenty to spark curious conversations.
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Skipton
Skipton Castle
Explore one of England’s best-preserved medieval castles, with sturdy towers, historic rooms and a sheltered courtyard. Leave time afterwards to enjoy the surrounding market town.
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Wharfedale
Bolton Abbey
Enjoy historic priory ruins in a beautiful Yorkshire Dales setting. Combine a little discovery with riverside scenery and an unhurried day in the fresh air.
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Near Ripon
Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal
Wander among spectacular abbey ruins and discover the landscaped water garden of this UNESCO World Heritage estate. Give yourself a full day to appreciate the setting.
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York
Historic York & York Minster
Make a day of medieval streets, city walls and the magnificent Minster. Roman, Viking and religious heritage give York a fascinating story around almost every corner.
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Near York
Castle Howard
Discover a magnificent historic house surrounded by gardens, lakes and sweeping parkland. Take your time with the grand interiors and enjoy a countryside stroll afterwards.
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West Bretton, Wakefield
Yorkshire Sculpture Park
Discover one of the UK’s leading open-air art destinations, where major contemporary sculpture and galleries meet sweeping parkland and Yorkshire countryside. Take your time exploring art in the landscape, then check the latest exhibitions to plan your day.
Plan Your VisitPlan your Yorkshire days out from Cliftone Fold around your own pace. Check each attraction’s official website for opening dates, tickets and access, and check current driving directions before setting off. Return to The Lodge for a restful evening, or explore the local history behind Cliftone Fold.
Photography credits
- Shibden Hall & Park: Shibden Hall - geograph.org.uk - 7302484.jpg — David Dixon · CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Saltaire & Salts Mill: Saltaire, Salts Mill - geograph.org.uk - 5235169.jpg — Dr Neil Clifton · CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Haworth & the Brontë Parsonage Museum: Brontë Parsonage.jpg — DeFacto · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Royal Armouries Museum: Royal Armouries Leeds West Yorkshire.jpg — Tim Green · CC BY 2.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Skipton Castle: Skipton Castle dg2.JPG — Davegill70 · CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal: Fountains Abbey view crop1 2005-08-27.jpg — Klaus with K · CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Historic York & York Minster: York Minster Nave 2, Nth Yorkshire, UK - Diliff.jpg — Diliff · CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
- Yorkshire Sculpture Park: Yorkshire Sculpture Park mother and child — John Fielding · CC BY-SA 2.0. Resized; displayed with a crop.
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Stay at The Lodge and explore Yorkshire’s history at your own pace.
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