I am going to start my Tour de Yorkshire in Skipton, a small market town in North Yorkshire. The town is still one of the largest auctioning and stockraising centres in the north. I visited it for its 11th centrury castle.
The castle was rebuilt in the 14th century by Robert de Clifford. The Clifford family owned the castle until 1676. The last Clifford owner, Lady Anne Clifford planted the central yew tree, which is characteristic for Skipton Castle.
At the entrance you will receive a plan with descriptions of the rooms and you can explore the castle on your own. There are also descriptions with additional information in all the rooms.
A part of the castle is today used as a private residence.
Next to the castle is also a 12th century chapel.
The admission was about 6 pounds (with student discount). To go through the castle took me about 40 minutes. Skipton Castle is sure worth a visit when you are in the area.
Note: All pictures taken by me and my phone (that explains the not-so-good quality)
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