Thornton-le-Dale

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Nestled in the heart of the North York Moors National Park, Thornton-le-Dale is a charming village in the England region of the United Kingdom. With its picturesque cottages, quaint shops, and peaceful surroundings, this idyllic destination offers a perfect retreat for those seeking a peaceful and relaxing getaway.

One of the village's main attractions is the Thornton-le-Dale Museum, which provides insight into the local history and heritage of the area. Visitors can explore exhibits on the village's past, including its role as a market town and its connections to the surrounding countryside. The museum also offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people who have called Thornton-le-Dale home over the centuries.

For nature enthusiasts, the village is a great starting point for exploring the stunning landscapes of the North York Moors. The area is crisscrossed with walking trails, offering opportunities to discover the beauty of the moors and the surrounding woodlands. A leisurely stroll along the River Seven or a hike to the nearby Dalby Forest provides a chance to reconnect with nature and breathe in the fresh country air.

The village also boasts a number of charming tearooms and traditional pubs, where visitors can indulge in delicious local fare and relax with a cup of tea or a pint of ale. Thornton-le-Dale is the perfect place to immerse oneself in the timeless charm of an English village, from its quaint streets to its friendly locals.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 54°14'11"N, 0°43'16"W

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Thornton-le-Dale – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Flamingo Land, Kumali, St Peter and St Paul's Church, Pickering Castle.

4 miSW
Family theme park, resort, rides and zoo
Flamingo Land
101 min walk • Flamingo Land in the United Kingdom is a vibrant mix of theme park thrills and an extensive zoo, offering a unique family adventure. Nestled in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside, this attraction presents an exciting day out for animal lovers and adrenaline seekers...
3.9 miSW
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Kumali
99 min walk • Kumali at Flamingo Land Resort in the United Kingdom is a thrilling addition to the country's amusement ride offerings. This roller coaster, which was unveiled to the public in 2006, has quickly become a favorite for adrenaline seekers visiting the park.
2.3 miW
Romanesque architecture, Church, Gothic architecture
St Peter and St Paul's Church, Pickering
59 min walk • The Church of St Peter and St Paul, Pickering is the parish church of the market town of Pickering in the county of North Yorkshire. The church sits on the top of a small hill in the centre of the town and its spire is visible across the Ryedale district.
2.4 miNW
History museum, Romanesque architecture, Forts and castles
Pickering Castle, Pickering
62 min walk • Pickering Castle is a motte-and-bailey fortification in Pickering, North Yorkshire, England.
5 miS
Garden, History museum, Museum
Scampston Hall, Malton
129 min walk • Scampston Hall is a Grade II* listed country house in North Yorkshire, England, with a serpentine park designed by Charles Bridgeman and Capability Brown. It is located on the north side of the A64 Leeds/Scarborough road, 4 miles east of Malton, in Scampston village.
4 miSW
Amusement, Amusement ride, Amusement park
Mumbo Jumbo Roller Coaster
102 min walk • Mumbo Jumbo is a roller coaster which opened to the public on 4 July 2009 at Flamingo Land Resort, UK. Mumbo Jumbo is situated in the Lost Kingdom section of the park and has orange supports and black tracks.
2.7 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Vale of Pickering
68 min walk • The Vale of Pickering is a low-lying flat area of land in North Yorkshire, England. It is drained by the River Derwent. The landscape is rural with scattered villages and small market towns. It has been inhabited continuously from the Mesolithic period.
2.5 miW
History museum, Museum
Beck Isle Museum, Pickering
65 min walk • Beck Isle Museum of Rural Life is a social history museum in Pickering, North Yorkshire, England. The museum features period business displays including the shops of a barber, blacksmith, chemist, cobbler, cooper, printer, gentleman's draper, dairy and hardware store.
3.9 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Forest
Dalby Forest, North York Moors
101 min walk • Dalby Forest is a forest located on the southern slopes of the North York Moors National Park in North Yorkshire, England. It is maintained by Forestry England.
6.9 miSE
Church
St Andrew's Church
177 min walk • St Andrew's Church is a redundant Anglican church at the south end of the village of East Heslerton, North Yorkshire, England. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building and is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.
6.1 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Tabular Hills, North York Moors
155 min walk • The Tabular Hills form an east–west line along the southern bounds of the North York Moors, between Scarborough in the east and Black Hambleton in the west. The name refers to their flat summits composed of hard Corallian limestone, known locally as "nabs". They form the northern boundary of the Vale of Pickering.