Helmsley, at the southern edge of the North York Moors on the River Rye, is an attractive market town nestling in the shadow of a 12th century castle's ruins.
COMMENTS
Leftofcenter said at 7:45 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: this looks so quaint, love it when u take us to the countryside.. love the trio peeking over the gate :) they didn't trespass did they? (1st one on the right looks ready to jump over!)
Wildthing said at 7:52 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Those threesuspicious looking characters, Scully, are, L to R, my sis-in-law, neice, & wife. And yes, I think my wife was trying to escape the grizzly old guy with the ever-present camera.
Pachito said at 8:09 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: some very quiet and nice places you have there in York, Mike. I should cross the Channel more often.
21-gramm said at 8:16 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Classic work, Mike!
NeusinhaGedoz said at 8:20 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Mike, that beauty of tabblo. You always read my comments before the enchantment of photos so that one thousand stories hidden behind ... I am in love with old houses, castles, gates, gateways, alleys, heights of information ... I love this tabblo. Thank you.
Moabjeeper said at 8:22 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Enjoyed the tabblo Mike. Exquisite area.
Eduardo.affonso said at 8:29 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Wonderful place, wonderful photos. I think I should consider visiting England again... having you as my travel advisor!
DocEna said at 8:51 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: These photos made me more anxious to go to Great Britain and surroundings. Marvelous angles and what a heritage you have there...Tks.
Wildthing said at 10:14 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Glad to hear that this set makes some of you want to visit our shores. Every country has its own individual beauty and heritage. Thank you all for the comments.
Lageho said at 10:57 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: This is so beautiful. This is England, I love this part of the country.
Mirella said at 11:20 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: The old England is there: castle's ruins, Nelson , the post office "gentl-men"....I thought of Conan Doyle' crime books ! Thanks, Mike
Pattymaryclare said at 11:25 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Ah Mikey...another GRAND LOOK at 'ye olde jolly olde Angleland' LOL ....loved the MOORS and traversed all over by car....again more memories to ty u for... I DID NOTE THE 2 SHOTS of ''gargoylism' haha......what's UP WITH THAT?!? tee hee I'm sure they were all put there for warding off evil spirits or some such! YOUR UPSHOOTS are incredible my dear! ty for sharing again xox Patty
Wildthing said at 11:31 a.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Thankyou, Lars, Mirella & Patty.
Ira said at 12:07 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Excellent places. Interesting and very beautiful classical architecture.
Debdog said at 12:08 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: another beautiful place!!!!!!!!! I want to visit! and>>>i want a sandwich, tea, and some CHOCOLATE!!!!!!!!!
Debdog said at 12:08 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: love the spires of the building against the heavy sky
Pkeener said at 12:18 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Beautifully shot, Mike. Walking with you and your camera in England would be a dream
Wildthing said at 12:26 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Thank you for the nice comments, IRA, DEB & PAM.
Bravemoonbearer said at 12:30 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Very enjoyable Tabblo.Looks like you can eat your way thru this place.Love the old buildings.
Cowgirl said at 12:35 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: LOVELY .................. area you all live around.... look like a fun day . lets ahve some chocolate...
Wildthing said at 12:36 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Thanks, SANDY. Wherever there's people, there is food:)
Tishfish said at 2:30 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: At first glance I thought it was England, although I have never visited there, after reading the comments, I was right. Beautiful Mike ! ! !
Wildthing said at 3:01 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Thank you, Doreen. I suppose it does look typically British in these pics.
Chilla said at 3:24 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Nice shots Mike
ConnieL said at 3:27 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Chocolate cafe??? Ah...show me the way. :) Nice tabblo, Mike.
Candlepower said at 4:48 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Such a Tranquil and perfect village. Time has stopped hear. Want to linger for a cup of tea and just relax. Excellent A Favorite!
Lifequest22 said at 8:17 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: Ok--I'm so there. Chocolate, castles, cheese and wine. And lots of quaintness. Great Tabblo Mike.
Buschinho said at 8:30 p.m. on Jun 25, 2009: up to now I`ve just been in Heathrow, somehow not the most beautiful place of Great Britain ;-), time to go to helmsley, I must check in google earth where it is... great shots!!!
Noe said at 3:07 a.m. on Jun 26, 2009: Wow... amazing Mike, great pictures!
Wildthing said at 5:34 a.m. on Jun 26, 2009: Thanks for stopping by: CELIA, CONNIE, PAT, LINDA, ANDREAS & NOE.
Sonnia said at 1:38 p.m. on Jun 26, 2009: great tabblo!
Wildthing said at 1:49 p.m. on Jun 26, 2009: Thank you, Soniacal.
Chaitiamma said at 10:59 p.m. on Jun 26, 2009: Amazing heritage site !!!
Hhwind said at 11:20 p.m. on Jun 26, 2009: Would love to tour the place though quite quaint
Karsten said at 11:44 p.m. on Jun 26, 2009: great shots Mike - seems that time stands still there - at least in some of these fotos.. lol..
DanMan said at 2:34 a.m. on Jun 27, 2009: Excellent! England is so unique and beautiful, I've only been to London, though.
Snooway said at 9:30 a.m. on Jun 27, 2009: Love this little historic town, thanks for the tour.
HtD said at 12:56 p.m. on Jun 28, 2009: I love the small shops.
Wildthing said at 5:28 p.m. on Jun 28, 2009: Thanks for the comments.
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