29th July 2008 - by Simon Haughtone
Harrogate Attractions: Things to See and Do When You Stay in
Harrogate
There are wealth of Harrogate attractions that one is able to
enjoy whilst visiting this very beautiful city. Certainly, you
are not spoilt for spaces where you are able to actually relax
and spend a lazy summer's afternoon. Along with the many parks
and gardens dotted around the town there is also "The Stray" a
200 acre are of grassland located in the heart of
it.
After you have spent time wandering around the streets,
admiring the cities architecture or doing a little shopping
then a visit to Betty's tearooms is a pleasant relief. Why not
take a seat by one of the windows and enjoy the views of
Montpelier Gardens whilst enjoying some great tasting English
foods.
Another place which is extremely popular with visitors to
Harrogate and for which it is world renowned for is the Royal
Baths. Although these are open every day of the week, the baths
are no longer in use. However if you would like to sample some
of the spa water from the Old Sulphur Well then you should also
stop in at the Royal Pump Room.
Along with offering you, the chance to sample some of the spa
water this building now houses a museum also. Here you can view
displays of what life was like for people living in the town
during the 19th Century and also details on some of the more
bizarre kinds of treatments that were offered at the spa.
For those who would like to venture further away from the town
then a visit to Plumpton Rocks should be high on their agendas.
Located between Harrogate and Wetherby this 30 acre park is one
of the most important sites in the whole of the North of
England. Here one can pass away a pleasant day strolling on
many of the lakeside walks or wandering through the
woodland.
However, in order for the beauty of this place to be retained
especially as it is not a Grade II Listed English Heritage site
to gain entry one will need to pay a small fee. The part itself
is only open to the public at weekends and on public holidays
from 11.00 until 18.00 during the months of March through to
October.
If you have brought children with you on your visit to
Harrogate then a place that they may enjoy visiting is Brimham
Rocks. This attraction is located in the town of Summerbridge
and is only a short distance from Harrogate. Here you can learn
more about the effect that ice and water have had on the
sedimentary rock in this part of England. As you, wander round
you can view the weirdly shaped boulders, which come with names
like Dancing Bear or Turtle and Druids Desk.
Along with the Harrogate attractions, we have mentioned above a
quick search of the internet and you will find plenty of others
that may be worth a visit also. So why not spend some time
looking to see what you can do whilst visiting a town steeped
in history and yet offers all modern conveniences as
well.
Article Source: http://www.uksmartguide.com
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