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There’s a good reason Yorkshire has been dubbed ‘God’s Own Country’ by its residents; some of the most beautiful and even rare species of various animals can be found here.

The highest point in the West Riding is Whernside, near Ingleton in the Yorkshire Dales, along with the nearby Ingleborough and Pen-y-Ghent.

Sutton Bank provides a beautiful view of the vast expanse of the Yorkshire lowlands with the Pennines and has been considered the ‘finest view in England’ by the veterinary surgeon and author James Herriot in his 1979 guidebook James Herriot’s Yorkshire. These areas are also the habitats for some of the most fascinating wildlife.

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[–] Kim 3 points 8 months ago

Some great suggestions here. Would definitely second the recommendations for RSPB Bempton Cliffs and Hardcastle Crags.

For personal recommendations which aren't in the original article I'd add:

  • Spurn Point: Especially amazing during Spring/Autumn during migration season.
  • RSPB St Aidan's & RSPB Fairburn Ings. Both are very close to one another where there is a long line of lakes & wetlands along the River Aire.