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The meticulously controlled lawns in front of Skipton Castle make me wonder if there will be any remnant of wildlife to inspire me. It turns out that a single plant dominates my visit. Perched on a ...

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This town surrounded by the stunning Yorkshire countryside is one of Britain’s happiest places to live. Full of quaint shops and cafes and even a castle, it also makes for a relaxing break from the ...

Mike Laycock visits a castle that's still going strong after 900 years. WHAT AND WHERE? Skipton Castle. WHY? It's one of the best preserved medieval castles in England, having even survived a ...

There is an irrational sense of dread emanating from the mouth of the dungeon in Skipton Castle. It’s not that there are chains on the walls, malicious-looking instruments of torment lurking in the ...

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