Helmsley Castle Tours

Photo by Mike Eccles
Photo by Mike Eccles
Photo by Rose Naisby
Photo by Rose Naisby
Photo by Louise Johnson
Photo by Louise Johnson
Photo "Helmsley Castle" by Darren Haddock (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Darren Haddock (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Helmsley Castle" by Paul Lakin (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Paul Lakin (CC BY)
History is all around you at Helmsley Castle. From how it was constructed to what it was used for, this impressive structure has some secrets lurking behind its doors.

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when staying in York. Helmsley Castle is a good place to start here, but there are numerous other fine sights to discover. Rievaulx Abbey, Hemsley Walled Garden, and National Trust Nunnington Hall are close to the fortified complex and will fill in your day nicely.

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OYO Tong Park Hotel

OYO Tong Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Price was $940, price is now $811 per person
$811
per person
Feb 14 - Feb 20
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Kansas City (MCI) to Leeds (LBA)
14.8/10 Exceptional! (422 reviews)
There was a problem with the bed in our room when we booked in. Spoke to reception who sent someone up to look. Another room was prepared for us and we moved. Staff lovely. We didn't have breakfast so couldn't comment on that.

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025

Gomersal Park Hotel

Gomersal Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Price was $1,052, price is now $889 per person
$889
per person
Feb 14 - Feb 20
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Kansas City (MCI) to Leeds (LBA)
15.6/10 Exceptional! (372 reviews)
It's a wonderful place to stay!

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025

Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Oulton Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Price was $1,257, price is now $1,093 per person
$1,093
per person
Feb 14 - Feb 20
just found
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Kansas City (MCI) to Leeds (LBA)
16.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Really well priced for a hotel with beautiful surroundings, great facilities & a nice breakfast too. Will definitely be returning.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

Popular places to visit

The laburnum tunnel

Hemsley Walled Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Hemsley Walled Garden, a lovely green space in Helmsley. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Hemsley Walled Garden
A fabulously picturesque old abbey near York dismantled by Henry VIII in the 16th Century. Don’t miss an opportunity to go there!

Rievaulx Abbey

You can find out about the history of Rievaulx with a visit to Rievaulx Abbey. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Rievaulx Abbey
The Abbey has a number of areas where the original tiled floor is still in situ. This is a fine example, but by no means the best; the discovery of the floor was what really impressed me about Byland.

Byland Abbey

You can find out about the history of York with a trip to Byland Abbey. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Byland Abbey
DescriptionCastle Howard is a stately home in North Yorkshire, England, 15 miles north of York. It is a private residence, and has been the home of the Carlisle branch of the Howard family for more than 300 years.

Howardian Hills

Explore the great outdoors at Howardian Hills, a lovely green space in York. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Howardian Hills
Sunset at the Sutton Bank.

Sutton Bank National Park Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Sutton Bank National Park Centre, a lovely green space in Thirsk. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Sutton Bank National Park Centre

Cleveland Way

You can take time to visit Cleveland Way during your travels to Helmsley. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Cleveland Way

Best Lodging Options Near Helmsley Castle

The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group

The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group

4 out of 5
Market Place York England
The Black Swan - The Inn Collection Group
The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley, North Yorkshire

4 out of 5
Market Place York England
The Feathers Hotel, Helmsley, North Yorkshire
The Royal Oak Hotel

The Royal Oak Hotel

3 out of 5
15 Market Place York England
The Royal Oak Hotel
Stilworth House

Stilworth House

3 out of 5
1 Church Street York England
Stilworth House
Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa

Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa

4 out of 5
High Street York England
Feversham Arms Hotel & Verbena Spa
Spacious House 3 ensuite bedrooms, sleeps 6, Centre of Helmsley, Pet friendly,

Spacious House 3 ensuite bedrooms, sleeps 6, Centre of Helmsley, Pet friendly,

Helmsley ENG
Spacious House 3 ensuite bedrooms, sleeps 6, Centre of Helmsley, Pet friendly,
Central Modern open plan house 3 ensuite bedrooms, dog friendly.

Central Modern open plan house 3 ensuite bedrooms, dog friendly.

Helmsley England
Central Modern open plan house 3 ensuite bedrooms, dog friendly.
Host & Stay | Willow Cottage

Host & Stay | Willow Cottage

Helmsley England
Host & Stay | Willow Cottage
YHA Helmsley - Hostel

YHA Helmsley - Hostel

4 out of 5
Carlton Lane York England
YHA Helmsley - Hostel
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