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Discover York, the North York Moors, the Yorkshire Coats and Beyond

Your Adventure Starts at Westergate House

Take advantage of our easily accessible location with ample parking to explore York and beyond  creating an ideal base for an extended break away.

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Explore City, Coast, and Countryside

From the old walls of York to the wide views of the Yorkshire coast and dales, Westergate House is your starting point for adventure.

With so many places to visit nearby, adventure is waiting for everyone who stays with us.

The Historic City of York


The famous City of York is just 4 miles from our welcoming doorstep. You can easily get there by car or bus. Take the regular Arriva 415 bus from just 50 yards outside our gate, or use the Park and Ride services at the Designer Outlet, only 2 miles away.


York's Wonders Await


  • Walk along the City Walls: Follow the steps of history on the longest medieval town walls in England.
  • Discover Snickleways: Find the hidden passages that wind through the city, offering peeks into York's past.
  • Marvel at York Minster: Be amazed by one of the largest and most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world.

The Majestic Yorkshire Coast

A drive to the coast shows a different picture of nature's beauty, where cliffs, beaches, and charming seaside towns are waiting for you to explore.


Coastal Gems to Uncover:


  • Whitby's Gothic Allure: Visit the town that inspired Bram Stoker's Dracula and enjoy its famous fish and chips.
  • The Natural Haven of Flamborough Head: See dramatic cliffs and peaceful coves in this special Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
  • Robin Hood's Bay: Walk through this pretty fishing village that goes down to a sandy shore.


Captivating Countryside


Go out and find Yorkshire's enchanting rural landscape filled with grand homes, ancient ruins, and trails that invite both peace and adventure.


Country Escapes Within Reach:


  • Castle Howard: A remarkable 18th-century house set in 1,000 acres of breathtaking landscape.
  • Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden: Explore one of the largest and best-preserved ruined Cistercian monasteries in England, alongside its Georgian water garden.
  • The Moors and Dales: Walk through the rolling heather-covered expanses of the North York Moors or the rising and falling greens of the Yorkshire Dales.


Your return to Westergate House will be filled with the promise of comfort and relaxation after a day of discovery. Let us be the starting point of your Yorkshire adventure, with the rich mix of city life, coastal beauty, and country elegance all within easy reach.

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