Yorkshire is "most sublimely beautiful". Ruined abbeys and castles, great houses and gardens are framed by high moors, wooded hills and lush farming country. Three National Parks: the Yorkshire Dales, the Peak District and the North York Moors protect more than 1000 square miles of matchless walking country. Yorkshires grandeur is "inspirational". The Brontes of Haworth. The late Poet Laureate Ted Hughes. Sculptor Henry Moore. Artist David Hockney. Composer Delius, superb choirs and the world best brass bands. All with their own vision. As for picture postcard Yorkshire: location for All Creatures Great and Small, Last of the Summer Wine and Heartbeat, those snug villages, country pubs and country folk are familiar friends to millions worldwide and what you see is what you get. Why not visit one of the grandest stately homes in Britain, Castle Howard, home to the Howard family for the last 300 years. Here you can explore the house, extensive gardens, or maybe attend one of the many events and concerts that Castle Howard has to offer.