4 miles from Saxton with Scarthingwell Parish

A fine example of a small, well preserved manorial gatehouse dating from the 14th century.

11 miles from Saxton with Scarthingwell Parish

The ruined hall and chamber of a fortified manor house of the powerful Percy family, dating mainly from the 14th and 15th centuries. Its undercroft is cut into a rocky outcrop.

11 miles from Saxton with Scarthingwell Parish

The most modern and spine chilling of English Heritage’s properties the York Cold War Bunker uncovers the secret history of Britain’s Cold War.

12 miles from Saxton with Scarthingwell Parish

Experience stunning views over the ancient city of York and immerse yourself in centuries of history at one of York’s most iconic sites. 

18 miles from Saxton with Scarthingwell Parish

The elaborately decorated ruins of a 14th-century chancel and chapter house (viewable only from the outside), attached to the still operational cathedral-like minster church.

18 miles from Saxton with Scarthingwell Parish

Roman mosaic pavements line the remains of this once northern tribal capital, set amid a peaceful Victorian garden.