IN PICTURES: 12 of the most beautiful parks and gardens in North Yorkshire

From the stunning formal layout at Newby Hall, Ripon, to the enchanting hillside pathways at Pannett Park, Whitby, North Yorkshire's gardens have a lot to offer.

There's little more relaxing than a walk through a well-kept garden. Browse through the dozen we have to show you, and let us know if we didn't include your favourite in the list.

RHS Garden Harlow Carr - Main Bordersplaceholder image
RHS Garden Harlow Carr - Main Borders
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Scampston Walled Gardens
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Helmsley Walled Garden
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Newby Hall Water Garden
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Pannett Park, Whitby
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, near Bedaleplaceholder image
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, near Bedale
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