National Park Experiences

Telling the stories of our landscapes

The North York Moors is proud to be working with Beyonk and National Parks UK as part of National Park Experiences.

This collection of bookable experiences tells the stories of England's extraordinary National Parks. Each experience offers an authentic insight into their landscape, people and special qualities.

Journey through our history, culture, countryside and communities

Wherever we travel, we no longer just want to ‘see’ a place, we want to live it, breathe it, touch it, become part of it. We seek out those places where we can experience more than just the usual – we want to absorb the landscapes and cultures.

Discover the North York Moors by taking a guided trip to explore the landscape.

We have seven experiences to enjoy across the North York Moors, giving you the opportunity to see first-hand these living landscapes and meet the people that live and work here. The collection has been developed by the North York Moors National Park working with other UK National Parks to highlight unique and special things to do in our protected landscapes.

North York Moors experiences

A magical meander - on the coast

Switch off and slow down. Breathe in the sea air and soak up the stunning views from Ravenscar. Discover secret places along the way and learn a few tools to 'fine-tune' your experience leaving you feeling more alive and invigorated.

Inspired by the North York Moors

Experience the healing powers of nature and work with a local artist to create your own artwork inspired by the North York Moors. See through their eyes as to what makes this a special place.

A magical meander - in the centre of this ancient land

Explore the charming village of Rosedale Abbey and surrounding valley - steeped in geological and man-made history, as well as being picture-postcard pretty. Once an industrial hub, now a nature-lovers paradise.

Fossils, Forage & Feast

Go on a coastal journey of discovery to find secret plants and creatures hiding in rock pools, discover Jurassic fossils, and forage for delicious seashore snacks. Delight in cooking and eating the food you find on an open fire on the beach.

Walk where monks trod

Step back in time and discover the breathtaking valley of Rievaulx and why monks chose to live here. Experiment walking in contemplative silence to connect and immerse yourself in nature.

Steam trains, Whitby and the moors

Take a tour encompassing market town, moorland and coast - on foot, by wheels and steam train. It's an action-packed day showcasing the diversity and beauty of the landscapes in the North York Moors.

A magical meander - on the edge of this ancient land

Discover the lesser known south-western edge of the National Park. Expect meadows, rolling fields and ancient woodlands filled with rich flora and fauna. Big skies above and sweeping vistas as far as the Yorkshire Dales.