Yorkshire Moors

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The Yorkshire Moors are in the county of Yorkshire,UK. They are world famous for their picturesque views and history

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Located in North Yorkshire, the Moors are a national park regulated by the North York Moors National Park Authority. In contrast to National Parks in some other countries, the North York Moors are not public land. The National Park status prevents inappropriate development.

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The North York Moors are a plateau, or table-land, with a sudden drop-off to the north, west and south, and sea-cliffs to the east. The plateau is covered with tree-less moor, interspersed with narrow valleys.

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  • North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway [3] From Pickering 18 miles through the Moors to famous coastal town of Whitby. Featured on UK TV series Heartbeat and the Harry Potter film.

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  • Berry Banks Cottage Whitby Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation Riverside View, Whitby. Berry Banks Cottage is in an outstanding and tranquil location in an elevated position above the valley of the River Esk and by the side of a Grade II listed railway viaduct. Watch the steam train pass by from the cottage.

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There is little crime in the Moors except for petty theft from cars so leave valuables hidden. Take precautions against the weather if going out walking etc.

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  • York - one of the UK's most famous historical city.
  • Leeds - the biggest city in Yorkshire.
  • Bradford
  • Middlesbrough for being only 10 min Drive from the Moors themself great place to stay.
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