Richmond in North Yorkshire is known as the Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, but it is so much more than merely a town to pass through on your way to somewhere else. The beautiful riverside community has excellent amenities with lots of pubs, cafes and restaurants, a fantastic choice of cottages to rent, and easy access to some of the most spectacular views in the north. Nestling amongst the beauty of Swaledale, there is always something amazing to see or fun to do regardless of the time of year. Read on to discover just a few of the many reasons Richmond makes the perfect holiday destination. Read more
Richmond is a vibrant market town on the River Swale, surrounded by stunning meadows, moorland, fells and farmland, with miles of footpaths and cycleways to explore - just the place for a fun holiday with family or friends. However, no matter how impressive the location, if the holiday cottage isn't up to standard then your holiday will be a disappointment. Garden Cottage delivers on every level! With space for up to six people in three bedrooms and an enormous south-facing garden, it is decorated to a high standard and enjoys beautiful views of Richmond Castle and the surrounding countryside. The cottage is just a short stroll to the shops, restaurants, sites and amenities of Richmond, and within easy reach of the best of Swaledale and Wensleydale. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Swale View is a very comfortable detached stone cottage in Low Row near Reeth overlooking Swaledale Valley. Suitable for families, couples, friends and above all dogs. Sleeping five people in three bedrooms, king, queen and single, we love to have dogs visit with up to 4 staying. We have 2 log burners, Fibre Broadband, Secure Garden & storage and great views! A great pub with wonderful food & beer is only a few minutes walk away.
A delightful three bedroom traditional holiday cottage with two bathrooms and a fantastic first floor sitting room for enjoying wonderful views over the dale. Set in the Yorkshire village of Low Row with gastro pub in walking distance, Hillcrest is a perfect retreat for exploring the Yorkshire Dales National Park, relaxing and enjoying the many miles of wonderful walking the area offers.
One of an impressive collection of luxury award-winning holiday homes ideally position on the outskirts of Richmond - the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. If you are looking for a little luxury whilst on holiday, with the convenience of amenities and places for a meal out within walking distance, then this stylish lodge is likely to be a perfect choice. Lovely walks and cycle routes from the front door and a wealth of attractions within easy reach.
The Old Tack Room sleeps four guests in two stylish bedrooms: one with a fixed king-size bed and the other with a zip-and-link bed that can be set up as a double or twins. Both bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, one with a luxurious free-standing bath. The open-plan living space includes a Smart TV and Wi-Fi, and outside there is private off-street parking for two cars. This dog-friendly cottage welcomes one dog and is located in the heart of Richmond, just a short stroll from the cobbled market square.
Isabella sleeps six guests across three bedrooms, each with super king or twin options, with a master en-suite and a further family bathroom. This dog-friendly lodge welcomes up to two dogs and features a private enclosed decking area with outdoor seating and a BBQ. Inside, the cosy log burner, Smart TV, DVD player and Wi-Fi provide all the home comforts you need, while on-site you can enjoy tennis, boules, complimentary bikes, and access to a nearby fishing peg. A scenic walking route also leads directly into the historic market town of Richmond.
No.5 Darcy Mews is a stylish two-bedroom ground-floor apartment on the banks of the River Swale in the heart of Richmond. Perfect for couples, friends, or small families, it offers open-plan living, flexible bedroom layouts, and a riverside setting just a short walk from the market square. Dog-friendly and with private parking, it’s an ideal base for exploring both Richmond and the Yorkshire Dales.
A beautiful townhouse, located in the heart of Richmond, North Yorkshire, and ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Despite being refurbished, this Georgian townhouse retains its charming traditional features, and is luxurious and spacious accommodation for groups or families.
This luxury large holiday home sleeps up to eight guests as well as one dog. With two spacious living rooms, a games room, and a large kitchen, there is plenty of space for a group gathering in stunning North Yorkshire.
Maison Dieu boasts some of the best views in North Yorkshire, with the front of its houses looking over the town's rooftops and the rear facing the stunning Swaledale Valley and River Swale. Maison Cottage is ideal for couples as it sleeps four people in two king-sized bedrooms, with luxurious touches that include a welcome hamper and high-quality linen. The dog-friendly property is only a short walk from Richmond's shops, restaurants, pubs and market square, and its quiet location and stunning rural views combine the best of town and country living.
No.1 Darcy Mews is a luxury three-bedroom townhouse perfectly located by the River Swale and a short walk from Richmond’s Georgian market square. Ideal for families and dog-friendly, the property offers riverside walks, a nearby park, and plenty of local amenities. The open-plan living and dining area on the first floor features a cosy seating area with Smart TV and DVD, a fully equipped modern kitchen, and a south-facing terrace with outdoor seating and river views.
A luxurious dog-friendly cosy holiday cottage with log burner in the tranquil village of Hudswell close to Richmond on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A great place to simply relax or use as a base for exploring the areas many attractions and perfect for families, friends and couples who appreciate a little extra space and luxury around them.
A luxurious Georgian town house in a highly desirable cobbled residential area of the historic market town of Richmond on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National park. Sleeping ten guests in five beautifully presented bedrooms and with a hot tub in the garden, this is a perfect luxury venue for celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a break away with friends or family.
A collection of unique luxury holiday lodges with panoramic views over the lake, situated just two miles from the Yorkshire market town of Richmond. An ideal place for the discerning traveller whether you are looking for a family holiday, a catch-up with friends or a romantic break away amongst beautiful North Yorkshire countryside. Sitting on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, there are a multitude of attractions within easy reach and lots of opportunities for walkers.
Treat your family to a holiday in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales that they will remember for a lifetime. The Old Vicarage is a gorgeous early-Victorian property that sleeps 9 people (10 by arrangement) in five bedrooms. Original features and antique furnishings are brought into the 21st Century with the addition of a high-quality entertainment system, WiFi and a 15-metre indoor swimming pool with a Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room. Guests have plenty of space both indoors and out, with direct access to the River Swale and stunning views from every window. The owners have worked hard to create a space that is both welcoming and luxurious, earning a 5-Star Gold Award from Visit England. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Westholme is a cosy holiday cottage in Thwaite, Swaledale, sleeping 4 guests in 2 bedrooms in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This dog-friendly holiday rental in North Yorkshire sits just yards from the Pennine Way, making it a fantastic base for walkers and outdoor lovers. With an open fire, character features and access to miles of scenic trails, it offers welcoming self-catering accommodation in a peaceful village setting. Close to Muker, Keld and Hawes, Westholme is well placed for exploring waterfalls, meadows and classic Dales landscapes.
Benmore is a lovingly renovated stone cottage in the heart of Gunnerside, perfect for a peaceful self-catering holiday with family or friends. This light-filled holiday rental sleeps six and features a cosy lounge with a log burner, a fully equipped kitchen diner, and a beautiful back garden with views of the fells. Located near world-class cycling and walking routes, it's ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy local amenities like the Kings Head village pub and explore nearby villages like Reeth and Muker. Benmore offers a comfortable retreat with modern amenities in a stunning rural setting.
Lodge 19 Premium Family with Firepit offers stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales from a leafy location just five miles from Richmond. This award-winning, eco-friendly holiday home features three double/twin rooms and two bathrooms making it ideal for families and friends. Richmond boasts historic charm and is the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park with its incredible footpaths and cycle routes. Explore cobbled streets, visit the castle, and enjoy local shops and eateries. Nearby attractions include museums, theatres, and ancient ruins. End each day snuggled under the stars, warmed by the firepit and the excitement of the day.
"1 Bed Cottage in Richmond" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom - king-size - 1 bathroom - en-suite shower room and WC - Induction hob, electric oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing...
"1 Bed Lodge in Darlington" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Darlington. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom - built-in double bed - Shower room with cubicle and WC - Gas hob, combination microwave oven and mini fridge - Smart TV and...
"1 Bed Cottage in Northallerton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom - super-king-size - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave - Smart TV in the...
"1 Bed Cottage in Darlington" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Darlington. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – double - 1 bathroom - Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine - Wood-fired hot tub - Electric and...
"Boar Edge Cottage, Richmond" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. This beautifully presented mid terraced mews cottage has been tastefully decorated, creating a cosy cottage in the heart of this sought-after market town. To the ground floor there is a living room and a well equipped kitchen with seating for...
"Snape Castle Under Croft and Gardens" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. The small market town of Bedale is steeped in history, some of which can be found in the local museum. The town also offers a weekly market on a Tuesday, interesting churches, various craft and antique shops (notably Red House), cafes, and...
"Daisy Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. Esteemed for its market square in North Yorkshire is Leyburn, a bustling town hosting a Friday market affectionately known as the ‘Gateway to Wensleydale’. Home to beautiful views plenty of craft shops, tea rooms and galleries as well as...
"Corner Cottage, Leyburn, North Yorkshire" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Set within a quiet courtyard, Corner Cottage has a spacious sitting room, delightful well-equipped kitchen with dining area, and a relaxing bedroom hosting a super-king size bed. Outside, there is a seating area for al fresco dining or, better...
"Winsbury Cottage, Leyburn, North Yorkshire" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Exuding pastoral romance, Winsbury Cottage is perfectly equipped to deliver home from home comfort whilst staying in the Yorkshire Dales. Set within a working farm and surrounded by open fields, this cosy cottage invites you into a charming...
"The Round House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The attractive Wensleydale town of Middleham is renowned for its history and race horses. Much of the history is bound up with its Norman castle, which dates from 1190 and has a castle keep second in size only to the Tower of London.
"The Stable, Sedbury Park Farm" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. The peaceful Dales village of Gilling West is a lovely, attractive little town and was winner of the 'Yorkshire in Bloom' award. Set in lovely rolling countryside just a few miles to the north of the popular market town of Richmond, Gilling...
"10 Poppy Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. This village and civil parish nestles in the Richmondshire district of North Yorkshire with close proximity to Yorkshire Dales National Park and Nidderdale aonb. Home to Catterick Racecourse, one of the busiest in North Yorkshire; racing at...
"52 Parkview, Badger's Retreat" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in North Yorkshire. The village and civil parish of Hipswell makes up the northern part of Catterick Garrison, Richmondshire. The village was mentioned in the Domesday Book, 1086, as being in the hundred of "Land of Count Alan" and retains parts of its history...
"Catherine Parrs Sewing Room" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Babbacombe is a tranquil village and is often known as the ‘Jewel in the crown of the English Riviera’ in Devon. The beach resort is a superb alternative to its bustling neighbour, Torquay, as you will find an array of things to do without the...
"Chapel Court Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. A stylish and peaceful ground-floor retreat with tasteful décor, ideal for couples seeking a relaxing stay. Enjoy a private, comfortable base just moments from local attractions, scenic walks, and charming town life.. All on the Ground...
"Cowtons' Old Dairy" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. This stylish, contemporary rural retreat offers a spacious dual-aspect living area and adaptable accommodation, making it perfect for a couple or two friends. Enjoy outdoor dining on the pleasant gravel patio, ideal for relaxation.. 2 steps to...
"Pond Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. A charming stone hideaway in the heart of Wensleydale, Pond Cottage offers comfort, warmth and rural tranquillity, with scenic walks, welcoming village pubs and the stunning Yorkshire Dales landscapes all waiting just beyond the...
"Rose Cottage - UK51373" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. A charming countryside retreat, Rose Cottage offers peaceful village surroundings and easy access to scenic drives and heritage attractions. Perfect for couples seeking comfort, charm and a well-located base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales.....
"The Owlery at Aysgarth" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. This delightful, upside-down property lies in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales National Park and is an ideal romantic retreat.. 12 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed ...
"Frenchgate Mews" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Situated in a quiet mews just off the cobbled street of Frenchgate, a short stroll to the marketplace and all the attractions in the heart of beautiful Richmond, Yorkshire.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor:...
"Lock Heather Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. A peaceful retreat in the heart of Swaledale, Lock Heather Cottage offers couples a cosy hideaway with countryside views, riverside walks from the door, and charming villages, pubs, and beauty spots just moments away.. Ground Floor:...
"Hawthorn Cottage - UK51370" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. A charming countryside retreat, Hawthorn Cottage offers peaceful village surroundings and easy access to scenic drives and heritage attractions. Perfect for couples seeking comfort, charm and a well-located base for exploring the Yorkshire...
"Kearton Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Kearton Lodge combines sweeping views of Teesdale with the comfort of a refined country holiday rental. Just a ten-minute drive from Barnard Castle. South-facing and set within the grounds of East Roods, the owners rebuilt this...
"Bowes Hideaway" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in North Yorkshire. Bowes is an elegant and intimate retreat set within the exclusive Hillcrest Hideaways collection in North Yorkshire. Designed for couples seeking something special, this Autograph Collection lodge combines peaceful seclusion with elevated...
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The scenery in the Yorkshire Dales is breathtaking, and the lure of experiencing it up close and personal is irresistible. Richmond has more than its fair share of beauty including the ruins of the magnificent Richmond Castle. Walk along lanes with names like Friar’s Wynd that show their age, and you will see picturesque sights like the Franciscan Friary belltower, medieval gateways, a cobbled market square and public gardens with colourful flowers and shady trees. Richmond sits beside the River Swale, and a walk beside the river to Richmond Falls or Hudswell Woods is a lovely way to spend an hour.
Outside of town, the landscape opens up into miles of wilderness. The Yorkshire Dales National Park and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) are both close by, as is the North York Moors National Park. The long-distance Richmond Way footpath starts just below the castle’s Great Keep, stretching to Lancaster Castle. Wainwright’s Coast to Coast footpath also passes through the town. Those keen for a challenge could even take on Yorkshire’s Three Peaks. Nearby beauty spots include Aysgarth Falls, the Swaledale Valley, villages and towns like Reeth, Bedale and Middleham, and landmarks that include Easby Abbey.
Cyclists also have a fantastic choice in a landscape that is a favourite with cyclists of all disciplines. The opening stage of the 2014 Tour de France passed close by, making the most of tough climbs and swift downhills, while the Dales Bike Centre has a variety of off-road trails and bike hire. Other outdoor activities where visitors can immerse themselves in the beautiful landscape include fishing, golf, climbing, abseiling and gorge walking, with local companies like Alfresco Adventures organising guided activities.
Richmond has long been a favourite place in the north. The earliest “visitors” were the Romans, followed several centuries later by the Normans, who built the magnificent castle and keep on the hill above the town. Anglo-Saxons, Danes and Vikings have all spent time here too. Richmond thrived, and in 1441 Henry IV granted the town a market charter which made it even more popular for a medieval day out. Georgian prosperity has helped shape the facade of the town’s architecture and the addition of the cobbled marketplace, which is one of the biggest in England. You can find your way to the centre of town by looking up and searching for the spire of the Church of the Holy Trinity and the obelisk.
Stop by the Richmondshire Museum to find out more about the history of the people in the area. Richmond Castle is splendid, notably the Great Hall, and is one of the best examples of Norman building in England. Henry VII inherited the title of the Earl of Richmond when he was born and renamed his home in the south, Shene Palace in Surrey, in honour of this. Although there are many places named Richmond around the world, including three in the UK, Yorkshire’s Richmond is the father of them all.
Richmond is full of places to eat, drink and shop. In addition to the Saturday market, there are clothing, food and homewares shops. Richmond also has several galleries where visitors can admire local artists, while The Station combines all three pastimes with a gallery, shops and a restaurant. Visitors to Richmond can take in a show at the Georgian Theatre Royal, try their luck on the horses at Catterick Racecourse, and take a peaceful stroll around the Foxglove Covert Nature Reserve.
Nearby attractions include Jervaleux Abbey, Barnard Castle, and a brewery tour at The Black Sheep Brewery in Masham. Thirsk is a lovely place for a day out, as is Ripon.
Richmond is a beautiful holiday destination for all ages and all seasons. As with many places in the north of England, the weather is predictable only in its unpredictability, so pack suncream and wellies and you won't go wrong.
