Best Life / Richmondshire
Richmondshire
Richmondshire lies within the Northern part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The district is home to many quintessential market towns hidden amidst the Dales. Richmondshire was ranked 33rd out of 408 local authorities in Experian's quality of life index, mainly because of its tranquil and spectacular surroundings.
Although the district is predominantly rural in character, there is certainly no shortage of activity in the area. Tourism forms the economic foundation of the district and ramblers and tourists alike flock to view the impressive limestone scenery and rolling hills of the dales. Popular attractions include Aysgarth Falls, Middleham Castle and many other beautiful heritage sites in the vicinity.
Great schools, health facilities and a range of excellent housing to choose from, all add to the outstanding environment of the area and create a quality of life that is second to none.
There are many beautiful towns in Richmondshire. Surrounded by the hills of Swaledale, Richmond is a beautiful town with a large cobbled market place, supposedly the biggest in the UK. Richmond also boasts the oldest Georgian theatre in England and charming riverside and town walks. The impressive Richmond Castle overlooks the market town below.
Leyburn is an attractive market town hidden deep in the Dales and known as 'a town for all seasons' as it has something to offer visitors all year round. Leyburn 'Shawl' is only a short walk from the market place and gives superb views over Wensleydale.
Hawes in Wensleydale is one of England's highest altitude market towns. It is also the location for the Wensleydale Cheese factory, where you can tour the creamery and indulge in a spot of cheese tasting.
