Special Place with Special Qualities

The North York Moors National Park is a protected breathing space; and it is free for everyone to visit and enjoy.

The ancient landscape you'll discover and explore on the Moors surrounding Rosedale Abbey will give you a new state of mind; you'll find your spirits refreshed and your sense of proportion about the stress of daily life bought back into harmony.

Our high Moors are a magical place where relaxation, holidays and adventure begin.

Simple Experiences to Enjoy

+  Get a real sense of space from our vast expanses of heather Moorland.

+  Forget the noise and bustle of urban traffic.

+  Listen for the song of Moorland birds.

+  Watch the hypnotic power of rushing water in a Moorland stream.

+  Experience the roar of the North sea on our coastal edge at Staithes.

+  Get the wind in your hair on a bike ride across the Moors.

+  Feel the sand between your toes at the beach in Whitby.

+  Be amazed by our truly dark skies where you'll see majestic stars across the heavens.

+  Feel the solitude and remoteness of this special place.