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Linton
What does this Yorkshire Dales photo have to do with the Great Fire of London and Great Plague coffins? Many of you will already know and love Li…Read more
Lychgates
Ever wondered why the path to many older churches has a little pitched roof porch? It's a 'lychgates', (old English word lych meaning 'corpse'). …Read more
Market Crosses
What simple, ancient symbol can you find in many Dales villages and market towns? Most of us walk past them without a second glance, yet they're …Read more
Mount Grace Priory
I recently came across some monks' cells that were so luxurious, I quite fancied moving into one... Yorkshire has some glorious and famous former…Read more
Miles and milestones
How far is a mile? A country mile? And who created milestones? The Romans gave us the mile, originating from mille passus or 1000 paces. Over tim…Read more
Parcevall Hall Gardens
Many people won't have heard of Skyreholme, much less the magical secret gardens there. Parcevall Hall Gardens are hidden in a fold of the Yor…Read more
Nidderdale
Which Yorkshire Dale is really accessible yet unknown to many? Packed with attractions, yet still easy to find a tranquil spot? Nidderdale Nation…Read more
Old words
There are some lovely old words that might come in handy on a day like today: Snuzzle, snoodge, and snerdle all mean to snuggle…Read more
Pillars Past
Have you seen this man? There’s joy to be had in making a discovery when there’s no fanfare or preamble to give the game away. I think Pillars Pa…Read more