Helmsley is a remarkable market town in the district of Ryedale. Ryedale is a non-metropolitan district of North Yorkshire county in England. Helmsley has the advantage of close proximity with the River Rye.
Helmsley Castle whose glory can now only be witnessed through its remains is a good start if you want to get in-depth knowledge about the town's historical context. Detailed history with illustration is available about this castle thanks to the efforts done by the local authorities and history enthusiasts.
Helmsley has deep connections with the Earls of Feversham and their official home is a historical treasure. The house contains relics that are associated with the family and the town. The most well known figure of this family, William Duncombe, is commemorated by the local people by erecting his statue in the town's square.
Helmsley Art Centre is superbly maintained and is offering brilliant performances by the local artists. This same Art Centre is the proud home of the 1812 Theatre Company. Motorcycle racing is a recent phenomenon for Helmsley people. Motorcyclists from neighbouring towns gather to engage in serious racing combats.
One of the key attractions of Helmsley includes the opportunity for the tourists to traverse The Cleveland Way. This is known to be the longest footpath in the English territory. People gather in this town to navigate through the trail and for this reason Helmsley local authority developed specialized facilities for the incoming tourists. The track is over one hundred miles long and summer is considered to be the peak season to indulge in this interesting activity.
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