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Wetherby ( / ˈwɛðərbi /) is a market town and civil parish in the City of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is close to West Yorkshire county's border with North Yorkshire, and lies approximately 12 miles (19 kilometres) from Leeds City Centre, 12 mi (19 km) from York and 8 mi (13 km) from Harrogate.
Wetherby is a historic town on the River Wharfe, midway between London and Edinburgh. It has a weekly market, a racecourse, a cinema, a museum, and several parks and attractions nearby.
Wetherby offers a range of activities suited for families, couples, and solo adventures, ensuring that there's something for everyone. Below are answers to common queries visitors have when planning their trip to this charming town.
- GrandTour790258. 6 contributions. a walk in the grounds. Extensive park to roam in - we didn't have time to see it all by any means. Lovely rolling hills - free entry from local village.
- T B. York, UK1,144 contributions. Happy first timer. Very helpful man directing car parking this morning for the Saturday races - a perfect welcome to the racecourse.
- Roger97544. Greater London, UK 425 contributions. Where was Dr Who ? We were staying just around the corner at the Mercure Hotel. We went out for a Walk into Town to find a Local Pub & across the road was the Police Station, complete with the Police Box / Dr Who's Tardis standing there.
- dsmithapsu96. 48 contributions. Fun Experience and Great Shopping. Beautiful grounds for a horse trials, wonderful shopping, and reasonably priced admission and parking fees.
Welcome to the charming historic town of Wetherby, on the banks of the River Wharfe and centred in the Yorkshire triangle of Leeds, York and Harrogate. Whether you’re a resident, visitor, business or shopper we hope you’ll find the information you need about Wetherby on this site.
Step into Wetherby, a captivating market town cradled by the River Wharfe in West Yorkshire. With its rich history, the town features exquisitely preserved architecture that transports you back to its medieval market days.
Wetherby lies in a triangle of York, Leeds and Harrogate, being conveniently close to all three. This Yorkshire market town offers River Wharfe Walks and The Shambles shops.
