The cities of Leeds and York are both a must-visit for anyone wishing to walk in the footsteps of British royalty. Harewood House in Leeds and Castle Howard in Yorkshire are both ranked amongst the finest stately homes in the country. Both houses date back to the eighteenth century and, in their long illustrious histories, have hosted many Kings and Queens, including Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II.

More recently each house continues to inspire as filming locations for historical shows and films including Victoria, Downton Abbey and Bridgerton to name a few.