Title: Upper Helmsley Travel Guide: Best of Upper Helmsley, York Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Upper Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Helmsley-Hotels.d553248635975848737.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Upper Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Helmsley-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975848737.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Upper Helmsley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Upper-Helmsley.d553248635975848737.Car-Hire-Guide)[Upper Helmsley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Upper-Helmsley.d553248635975848737.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Upper Helmsley Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit Upper Helmsley Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975848737) - Top hotels in Upper Helmsley - Top Holiday Rentals in Upper Helmsley ![The Milner York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/148/7d3d952b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Milner York Station Road York England £75 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,713 reviews) Really lovely Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=148&PinnedHotelID=148&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975848737) ![Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67330000/67320100/67320076/569a902f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton York Piccadilly 46-50 Piccadilly York England Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £68 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,540 reviews) Stayed over the weekend. Very clean everywhere. Staff very polite. Breakfast was very good will definitely stay again. Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=67320076&PinnedHotelID=67320076&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975848737) ![Moxy York](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36762100/36762017/da3c8297_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Moxy York Black Horse Lane York England £69 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Great location and best breakfast since being vegan, everything clearly labelled and lots of options! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=36762017&PinnedHotelID=36762017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975848737) [See all 2,414 properties in Upper Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975848737) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Goodramgate Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6600000/6594800/6594795/b71a6608_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Goodramgate Apartments 7 Lord Mayor's Walk York England Stay at this apartment in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions York Minster and Shambles are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews) Great apartment, very central, clean and easy to check in after hours as long as you give them 24hrs notice as it's states when booking Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-Goodramgate-Apartments.h6594795.Hotel-Information) ![The Little Hide - Adult Only Camping Pods](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24190000/24183100/24183037/2ee0ec9b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Little Hide - Adult Only Camping Pods Willow House Caravan Park York England Stay at this apartment in York. Enjoy free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions York Minster and Shambles are located nearby. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (149 reviews) Everything was wonderful and amazing ill definetly be coming back Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-The-Little-Hide-Grown-Up-Glamping.h24183037.Hotel-Information) ![CITY CENTRE ★ FREE PARKING ★ 2 BED HOUSE ★ MODERN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23150000/23147500/23147462/a03eacc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### CITY CENTRE ★ FREE PARKING ★ 2 BED HOUSE ★ MODERN York England Stay at this holiday home in York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions York Christmas Market and Shambles are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews) Really great house, had everything we needed and was lovely and clean Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Hotels-City-Centre-Free-Parking-2-BED-House-Modern.h23147462.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Upper Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975848737&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Upper Helmsley hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975848737&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Shambles which includes heritage architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164998/742e4862-736e-4f26-8cb6-6430f9c52d88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shambles 4.5/5(967 reviews) This picturesque cobblestone street has a fascinating medieval history and crooked buildings that appear to almost fall into one another. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shambles-City-Centre.d6164998.Attraction) ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Minster 4.5/5(775 reviews) The city’s emblem is known for its superb stained-glass windows, underground treasure chambers and tall tower with spectacular views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Minster-City-Centre.d6079281.Attraction) ![a little night time photo shot at York Racecourse](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/aa2362f0-4c80-48a4-944a-16f265ee4c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Racecourse 4.5/5(139 reviews) You can take time to visit York Racecourse during your travels to York. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Racecourse-York.d553248621532494403.Attraction) ![A view from the atlas fountain across to Castle Howard, a beautiful stately home to visit in Yorkshire. Made famous from the television series ‘Brideshead Revisited’](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079217/1d4f9042-c80f-4dc9-913c-19c2ebcea26e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Howard 4.5/5(128 reviews) You can find out about the history of Henderskelfe with a stop at Castle Howard. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle-Howard-York.d6079217.Attraction) ![Walmgate Bar in York](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164990/c9f29924-c4ed-4059-8eae-12a7a4a83b27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Barbican 4.5/5(105 reviews) Enjoy a show at York Barbican, a theatre with a story to tell in York. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Barbican-Fishergate.d6164990.Attraction) ![The sun setting over a wintery day on the Heslington East campus at the University of York #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/7aea1adc-7197-4bb0-a2dd-0f178b355b7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of York 4.5/5(76 reviews) Explore the campus of University of York during your visit to Heslington. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-York-York.d6079263.Attraction) ### Things to do ![York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/172294/2620cf05-718d-4e61-8a93-73227d0d0507.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour £17 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-york-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a172294.activity-details) ![York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44621773/7fb96632-62a9-4980-87c1-000d4613ffcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York: Witches and History Old Town Walking Tour £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-old-town-walking-tour.a44621773.activity-details) ![York Witches and History Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5166642/26dc2f74-038f-4ef9-b6f6-96e5d11ac029.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York Witches and History Walking Tour £17 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/york-witches-and-history-walking-tour.a5166642.activity-details) ![The York Dungeon Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/186020/7c6f5d01-17a3-4ea8-ad4a-b5dc194db2cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The York Dungeon Tour £20 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-york-dungeon-tour.a186020.activity-details) ![Forbidden Chronicles- Tour of York](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5248397/ce3417fc-14b9-49a1-a8f8-a73ade9a24db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### York's Forbidden Chronicles- Terrors from the dark side. £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/yorks-forbidden-chronicles-terrors-from-the-dark-side.a5248397.activity-details) ![Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4404964/b95fcc04-72e6-45de-90fc-149fef290445.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chocolate Bar Making Workshop - York Cocoa Works £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chocolate-bar-making-workshop-york-cocoa-works.a4404964.activity-details) [See all activities in Upper Helmsley](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Upper-Helmsley.d553248635975848737.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Upper Helmsley ![York Minster featuring heritage architecture, religious elements and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6079281/7af1e35b-9ae1-4b3b-8e1c-2734af318b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### York ![The old Kexby Bridge over the River Derwent forming the boundary between North Yorkshire and the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. MR: SE705511](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/2662907d-c47a-44ed-9146-5a2f28042307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Andy Beecroft](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/307) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Kexby ![Country between Stockton and Warthill Following footpath beside the field boundary between Stockton in the Forest and Warthill.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5489/e2fd3529-36a6-4df6-98dd-eeeebe2b4e16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Chris Heaton](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3298) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Stockton on the Forest ![Derwent in flood From the railway bridge in Stamford Bridge, looking towards the A166 road bridge. The river is slightly swollen on this autumn afternoon.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000405985/48ced19b-1668-4414-9d1c-49acce6acf9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [DS Pugh](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1469) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Stamford Bridge - Cities near Upper Helmsley - Places of interest [York](https://expedia.co.uk/York.dx5489)[Kexby](https://expedia.co.uk/Kexby.dx602419)[Stockton on the Forest](https://expedia.co.uk/Stockton-On-The-Forest.dx6337658)[Skirpenbeck](https://expedia.co.uk/Skirpenbeck.dx3000390391)[Stamford Bridge](https://expedia.co.uk/Stamford-Bridge.dx3000405985) - [Shambles ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shambles-City-Centre.d6164998.Attraction) - [Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamingo-Land-Theme-Park-And-Zoo-Malton.d6079225.Attraction) - [York Minster ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Minster-City-Centre.d6079281.Attraction) - [York Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Racecourse-York.d553248621532494403.Attraction) - [Castle Howard ](https://expedia.co.uk/Castle-Howard-York.d6079217.Attraction) - [York Barbican ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Barbican-Fishergate.d6164990.Attraction) - [North York Moors National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-York-Moors-National-Park-England.d6141823.Attraction) - [University of York ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-York-York.d6079263.Attraction) - [York St. John University ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-St-John-University-The-Groves.d6270585.Attraction) - [Jorvik Viking Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Jorvik-Viking-Centre-City-Centre.d6079231.Attraction) - [York City Walls ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-City-Walls-City-Centre.d553248621532494844.Attraction) - [North Yorkshire Moors Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Yorkshire-Moors-Railway-Pickering.d553248621532494340.Attraction) - [York Christmas Market ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Christmas-Market-City-Centre.d553248621557931404.Attraction) - [McArthur Glen Designer Outlet ](https://expedia.co.uk/McArthur-Glen-Designer-Outlet-Fulford.d6271725.Attraction) - [York Grand Opera House ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Grand-Opera-House-City-Centre.d6079273.Attraction) - [York Hospital ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Hospital-York.d6266324.Attraction) - [York Dungeon ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Dungeon-City-Centre.d6079271.Attraction) - [Wetherby Racecourse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wetherby-Racecourse-Wetherby.d553248621572506740.Attraction) - [Clifford's Tower ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cliffords-Tower-City-Centre.d6079219.Attraction) - [Yorkshire Museum Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yorkshire-Museum-Gardens-Bootham.d553248621532494843.Attraction) - [York Castle Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Castle-Museum-City-Centre.d6079269.Attraction) - [Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Eden-Camp-Modern-History-Theme-Museum-Malton.d553248621556237645.Attraction) - [Micklegate Bar ](https://expedia.co.uk/Micklegate-Bar-Bishophill.d6079237.Attraction) - [Yorkshire Air Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yorkshire-Air-Museum-York.d6079287.Attraction) - [Allerton Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Allerton-Castle-Knaresborough.d553248621556026953.Attraction) - [National Railway Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Railway-Museum-Holgate.d6261098.Attraction) - [Stonegate ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stonegate-City-Centre.d6337514.Attraction) - [Aldwark Manor Spa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Aldwark-Manor-Spa-York.d553248621532494280.Attraction) - [Merchant Adventurers' Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Merchant-Adventurers-Hall-City-Centre.d6079235.Attraction) - [Selby Abbey ](https://expedia.co.uk/Selby-Abbey-Selby.d6079253.Attraction) - [York Theatre Royal ](https://expedia.co.uk/York-Theatre-Royal-Bootham.d6079285.Attraction) - [Howsham Mill ](https://expedia.co.uk/Howsham-Mill-York.d553248621556027027.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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