The Top 20 Attractions around Gateforth

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Gateforth. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Gateforth 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.

Fairburn Ings RSPB Nature Reserve

Selby Abbey

Ferrybridge Old Bridge

Birkin Tea Room

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Fairburn Ings RSPB Nature Reserve
Hiking Highlight
Fairburn Ings is a former coal mining site that is now a nature reserve of grassland, deciduous woodland, wetlands and lagoons.

Located between Leeds, Castleford and York, the area is managed by the RSPB.
rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/reserves-a-z/fairburn-ings
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Selby Abbey
Hiking Highlight
Selby Abbey has been an important place of worship for over 900 years. You can visit or attend services here. Look out for the world-famous stained-glass windows and medieval architecture. …
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Ferrybridge Old Bridge
Road Cycling Highlight
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
Road Cycling Highlight
Popular with cyclists - fast service, very reasonable prices, and always a smile and a warm welcome.
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