Picture rolling hills, old stone villages, and enough National Parks to make your weekend plans almost guilt-free. North Yorkshire is basically the universe’s way of apologising for the M25. It’s huge, so you’ve got variety—from seaside Scarborough (fish and chips galore) to the chic spa town of Harrogate.
House prices here won’t make you cry into your porridge. You get proper countryside without the fancy price tag of the Cotswolds. Plus, the locals are so friendly they’ll probably wave at you even if you’re driving a weird car.
Pro tip: Visit the Yorkshire Dales and say hi to a sheep. They’re very good listeners, especially when you’re complaining about your commute (which, let’s be real, will be mostly tractors).
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