The Top 20 Attractions around Whitley
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Whitley. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Whitley is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Ferrybridge Old Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
The Old Bridge is hidden away under a tangle of newer concrete flyovers, where the Great North Road crosses the River Aire. It’s traffic-free and provides a quieter route for cyclist and walkers to cross.
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Birkin Tea Room
Highlight • Cafe
Popular with cyclists - fast service, very reasonable prices, and always a smile and a warm welcome.
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RAF Burn Airfield
Highlight • Trail
A former Royal Air Force satellite station that opened in 1942, to close in 1946.
Many of the buildings have now been dismantled, but the three runways remain intact and are used by the Burn Gliding Club.
Many of the buildings have now been dismantled, but the three runways remain intact and are used by the Burn Gliding Club.
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Pontefract Castle Ruins
Highlight • Castle
Unfortunately, only ruins can be seen of the castle, which used to be one of the most important castles in Yorkshire.
Currently, a large visitor center is being built where …
Currently, a large visitor center is being built where …
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Carlton Towers
Highlight • Castle
A Grade I listed Victorian Gothic building, Carlton Towers is a beautiful historic house standing in 250 acres of farmland. The house belongs to the 18th Duke of Norfolk, although …
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