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Goldsborough Hall. Knaresborough
At the time of writing, this five star hotel near Harrogate was the recipient of some extremely positive guest reviews. But perhaps of as much interest to the heritage traveller is its connections to Princess Mary who made this her home during the 1920’s. Indeed, during that time she was visited by numerous members of the Royal Family, including George V and the future Kings Edward VIII and George VI.
Built in the 1620’s, the house also played host to Oliver Cromwell’s army who occupied it while besieging Knaresborough Castle.
Check availability and read reviews at Booking.com
Built in the 1620’s, the house also played host to Oliver Cromwell’s army who occupied it while besieging Knaresborough Castle.
Check availability and read reviews at Booking.com
The Guy Fawkes Hotel. York
Just What It Says On The Keg...
This popular 16th century town house hotel benefits greatly from its position at the heart of the famous city of York -
Learn more with Booking.com | TripAdvisor.
Whitley Hall, Sheffield
It is hard to believe that one of England’s largest cities is only a few miles to the south of this beautiful 16th century house. With 31 bedrooms, Whitley Hall is a cosy hotel, far removed from the world of corporate hospitality. Indeed, a room in any part of the building is to be closer to centuries gone by, but the romantic -
It is widely believed that it was in this part of the house that Mary Queen of Scots stayed for a short time while in the custody of the Earl of Shrewsbury. Indeed, it is even suggested that she might have commissioned the decorative ceiling in the ‘Picture Room’.
Extremely highly acclaimed by those who have stayed there, you can find out more via Booking.com |
The Old Swan. Harrogate
In December 1926 an abandoned car was found at a chalk pit in Surrey. The discovery resulted in one of the biggest man hunts of the time.
The owner, suffering from a nervous breakdown, had then travelled to London and boarded a train to Yorkshire (allegedly having seen a poster advertising the destination on the platform). Several hours later the 36 year old woman arrived at The Swan Hotel in Harrogate and checked in under the name of Theresa Neale.
This, of course, wasn’t her real name -
It is still debated whether the affair was merely a publicity stunt or, as she always maintained, the genuine results of amnesia caused by the accident. But whatever the real reason, the hotel was the location of the film 'Agatha' starring Dustin Hoffman and Vanessa Redgrave in 1977.
Nidd Hall. Harrogate
It is thought that the origins of the estate date back to at least the fourteenth century, and there was certainly a manor house built here during the reign of Elizabeth I. The existing house, however, is a comparative youngster, having been constructed in 1830.
Set in 45 acres of landscaped gardens, Nidd Hall is very much the country retreat. No wonder, therefore, that it developed a reputation for its lavish house parties which attracted the great & good from not only Yorkshire, but all across the UK.
Indeed, it is said that the future King Edward VIII first met Wallis Simpson at a gathering at Nidd, starting a chain of events that would famously lead to his abdication. TripAdvisor | Nidd Hall | Lastminute.com
The Royal Hotel. Scarborough
This grand old Regency hotel is a landmark in Scarborough, and the theme continues inside with its impressive staircase. Its splendour, though, is unsurprising – built in 1830, the hotel opened at a time when the town was in its holiday heyday, and thus needed to stand out from the crowd.
Its reputation certainly attracted many wealthy and powerful visitors, not least Winston Churchill – a man not known for checking in to any average hotel. Superbreak | Lastminute.com
The Old Deanery. Ripon.
Built upon the site of the former monastery of St. Wilfrid, The Old Deanery itself dates as far back as 1625.
Extensively refurbished in 2003, the property is said to have once accommodated Lewis Carroll (Charles Lutwidge Dodgson) for a fair while during the early 19th century. It is known that the author wrote part of Through The Looking Glass while staying in the town. His father also became a residentiary canon of Ripon Cathedral in 1852. TripAdvisor | LateRooms
The Three Tuns. Thirsk
Constructed in 1698, the building was at one time home to the Lords of the Manor prior to its transformation into a coaching inn in 1740 -
More Period Hotels and Inns in Yorkshire
Barnsley
Tankersley Manor Hotel. A contemporary four-star hotel housed within an historic 17th century building. Learn more through Booking.com
Beverley
Beverley Arms Hotel. Less than quarter of an hour’s drive from Hull, The Beverley Arms was once a coaching inn dating from 1794. Today it offers 3-star accommodation and a total of 56 rooms. LateRooms
Halifax
The Imperial Crown Hotel. An early 19th century coaching inn blending contemporary with the past. LateRooms | Hotel Website
Harrogate
Best Western Cedar Court Hotel. Recently restored, grade-II listed property dating from 1671. Booking.com
Crown Hotel Harrogate, The. Situated in the town’s ‘antique quarter’, the Crown is a former coaching inn which dates back to the 18th century. Booking.com | Expedia
Rudding Park. Built in the early 1800‘s, Rudding Park has the sort of exterior that would appeal to the period drama film maker. Offering award-winning hospitality, the hotel also boasts an 18-hole, par-72 golf course. Booking.com LateRooms
Crown Hotel Harrogate, The. Situated in the town’s ‘antique quarter’, the Crown is a former coaching inn which dates back to the 18th century. Booking.com | Expedia
Rudding Park. Built in the early 1800‘s, Rudding Park has the sort of exterior that would appeal to the period drama film maker. Offering award-
Haworth
Ashmount Country House. Five-star bed & breakfast accommodation in the house once home to the physician of the Bronte sisters. Booking.com | LateRooms
Old Registry, The. Pretty 10-room guest house in the home village of the Bronte Sisters. LateRooms
Old Registry, The. Pretty 10-
Helmsley
Black Swan Hotel, The. A thoroughly attractive architectural bagatelle offering four-star accommodation. Booking.com
The Feversham Arms. This mid nineteenth century coaching inn has been made into a luxurious little hotel, complete with a noted spa. Booking.com | LateRooms
Huddersfield
Hull
Cave Castle Hotel. Situated outside the city in the small town of Brough, this impressive building - full of gothic overtones - dates back to 1787. Booking.com | LateRooms
Kirkbymoorside
George & Dragon, The. This 20 guest room hotel is made up of the original 17th century inn, a rectory and cornmill. Booking.com | LateRooms
Leyburn
The Wensleydale Heifer. Built in 1643, this splendid little boutique hotel is ideal for exploring the Yorkshire Dales on its doorstep. LateRooms
The Blue Lion. A charming rural Wensleydale Inn, said to date back to the 18th century. LateRooms
The Blue Lion. A charming rural Wensleydale Inn, said to date back to the 18th century. LateRooms
Masham
Swinton Park. A truly impressive ancestral home offering four-star luxury accommodation. More details
Monk Fryston
Monk Fryston Hall. Parts of this splendid old building are in excess of 800 years old - indeed, its appearance would not be out of place in a Bronte Sisters novel. The hotel is within easy reach of many of Yorkshire’s main towns, including York and Leeds. Booking.com | Laterooms
Pickering
Best Western Forest and Vale. A fine Georgian manor. Expedia | Hotel's Site
The White Swan Inn. Said to have originally been a cottage built in 1532, The White Swan became a famous coaching inn along the Whitby to York route. Rooms are available both within the original building, and within more recently converted stables. There are also three suites available including a four-poster. LateRooms | Booking.com
The White Swan Inn. Said to have originally been a cottage built in 1532, The White Swan became a famous coaching inn along the Whitby to York route. Rooms are available both within the original building, and within more recently converted stables. There are also three suites available including a four-
Richmond
King’s Head, The. Attractive hotel located in the centre of the historic North Yorkshire town. Expedia
The Burgoyne Hotel. An attractive Georgian country house hotel amid the scenery of Swaledale. TripAdvisor
The Burgoyne Hotel. An attractive Georgian country house hotel amid the scenery of Swaledale. TripAdvisor
Scarborough
Hackness Grange Country House Hotel. An attractive Georgian country house situated on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors. Superbreak
Settle
Falcon Manor Hotel. Built in the mid-1800‘s, this attractive building was formerly a rectory. Booking.com | LateRooms
Sheffield
Aston Hall. There may be a distinctly contemporary -
Skipton
Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa, The. Over 350 years old, this four-star hotel is set on the Bolton Abbey Estate of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire. Booking.com | Expedia
Tadcaster
Hazlewood Castle. Impressive ancient fortress close to the site of the notorious Battle of Towton Moor. Booking.com
Via Lancaster
Austwick Traddock, The. Attractive rural Georgian property offering ten unique guest rooms. Booking.com | LateRooms
Wetherby
Wood Hall Hotel & Spa. An impressive country house dating from 1750 whose origins are even older. Expedia
Whitby
Bagdale Hall. Part Tudor (1516) and part Georgian, Bagdale Hall is located close to the centre of the historic town of Whitby. LateRooms
York
Also see our special section devoted to places to stay in the Historic City of York
Grange Hotel, The. A boutique hotel dating from around the 1830‘s, close to the city’s historic centre. Booking.com
Lady Anne Middletons. A fascinating collection of six listed buildings, the earliest of which -
York Pavilion Hotel. Originally a 17th century farmhouse, a Georgian overhaul led to the building we see today. The hotel is located approximately one mile from the city. LateRooms | Expedia
For more period accommodation try our sections on Historic Holiday Cottages and Beautiful English Villages
Nights In The Past is a guide to historic and period hotels and accommodation throughout the UK, France, Italy, and Western Europe, including Switzerland, Austria, Spain, Portugal and Germany. We focus primarily upon those hotels and inns with connections to famous historic figures and events, from the medieval period to World War II. Our aim is to provide information to those seeking historic places to stay be it for weekend breaks, heritage tours, romantic getaways, honeymoons or even business travel. Thank you for visiting.
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Historic Hotels in Yorkshire
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Monk Fryston Hall
The Old Deanery, Ripon
Whitley Hall, Sheffield