The breathtakingly-beautiful rock formations of Brimham Rocks were created by an enormous river some 350 million years ago. They have since been shaped by millions of years worth of wind, rain, ice, and snow to create striking rock formations, many of which resemble familiar things. Brimham Rocks and its heather moorland are both Sites of Special Scientific Interest, managed by the National Trust.

RichD

June 1, 2025

If you can stomach getting up very early for hikes and runs, then you will have the place to yourself. Absolutely stunning at around 6-7am in the early morning May sunshine.

The Wandering Fiona

July 19, 2021

Absolutely amazing place to see and visit.

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Elevation 280 m

Open during reasonable daylight hours. Visitor centre opening depends on season - check the website.

Free Entry

Contacts

Brimham Moor Road, Summerbridge, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3 4DW

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brimham-rocks

brimhamrocks@nationaltrust.org.uk

01423 780688

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Location: Hartwith Cum Winsley, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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