The Richmondshire Lifestyle
Richmondshire lies within the Northern part of the Yorkshire
Dales National Park. The district is home to many quintessential
market towns hidden amidst the Dales. Richmondshire was ranked 33rd
out of 408 local authorities in Experian's quality of life index,
mainly because of its tranquil and spectacular surroundings.
Although the district is predominantly rural in character, there is
certainly no shortage of activity in the area. Tourism forms the
economic foundation of the district and ramblers and tourists alike
flock to view the impressive limestone scenery and rolling hills of
the dales. Popular attractions include Aysgarth Falls, Middleham
Castle and many other beautiful heritage sites in the
vicinity.
Great schools, health facilities and a range of excellent housing
to choose from, all add to the outstanding environment of the area
and create a quality of life that is second to none.
There are many beautiful towns in Richmondshire. Surrounded by the
hills of Swaledale, Richmond is a beautiful town with a large
cobbled market place, supposedly the biggest in the UK. Richmond
also boasts the oldest Georgian theatre in England and charming
riverside and town walks. The impressive Richmond Castle overlooks
the market town below.
Leyburn is an attractive market town hidden deep in the Dales and
known as 'a town for all seasons' as it has something to offer
visitors all year round. Leyburn 'Shawl' is only a short walk from
the market place and gives superb views over Wensleydale.
Hawes in Wensleydale is one of England's highest altitude market
towns. It is also the location for the Wensleydale Cheese factory,
where you can tour the creamery and indulge in a spot of cheese
tasting.
Communications
ROAD
The A1 Dual Carriageway/Motorway, in close proximity to the
Industrial Estates at Colburn and Richmond, provides a direct link
with the country's main motorway network. Conveniently situated
midway between Tyneside and West Yorkshire, a potential of 4.5
million consumers exists within a 50 mile radius. The renowned
communications crossroads of Scotch Corner is approximately 5 miles
North of Richmond, so both estates are well placed to act as a
central location for Anglo/Scottish distribution.
RAIL
Easy access is available to main line railway services at both
Darlington and Northallerton, both some 15 miles distance from
Richmond. The fastest trains from London reach Darlington in 2
hours and 30 minutes. Garsdale Station, 4 miles from Hawes on the
Leeds/Settle/Carlisle line is an important link for the rural
west.
AIR
Durham Tees Valley International Airport has an expanding
range of domestic and international scheduled destinations and is
situated just 12 miles form Richmond. Air cargo facilities are
available at Durham Tees Valley International Airport and
several freight forwarders are based there.
Larger regional airports are easily reached at Leeds/Bradford,
Newcastle and Manchester.
SEA
Both Walkerville and Gallowfields trading estates are strategically
placed to take advantage of the excellent deep water port
facilities at Teesport. This port can offer a full range of
import/export shipping services including RO/RO and container
services to and from locations world-wide.
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Last updated:
23 March 2010