Wherever you visit in Yorkshire, you can always pick up a memento of your trip. Whatever your interests, gift shops in Yorkshire attractions provide a selection of gifts and souvenirs to complement your day out. Popular Yorkshire tourist attractions such as York Minster have great gift shops stocking a range of stationery, ornaments, clothing and books to remind you of your visit.
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Yorkshire museum gift shops include the National Media Museum with its unique gift shop selling gadgets and optical toys - great for kids and parents alike. Other museums with children's gift shops include Eureka in Halifax, and Magna Science Adventure Centre in Rotherham which offers a selection of fantastic pocket money gifts.
The more rural Yorkshire tourist attractions such as Castle Howard in York and Newby Hall in Ripon have farm shops selling a great selection of fresh Yorkshire local produce like cheeses, jams, meats, eggs, fruit and vegetables. If you're a fan of TV's 'Heartbeat', visit Aidensfield Stores in Goathland which stocks a variety of 'Heartbeat' merchandise and memorabilia from the 1960s.
If you're looking for quirky gifts or novelty gift shops, why not pick up a gory souvenir from attractions like York Dungeon or visit Whitby with its gothic history and links to Bram Stoker's Dracula. The Deep aquarium in Hull sells a range of pottery and fish themed souvenirs.
Many of the National Trust properties have gift shops. Yorkshire National Trust gift shops sell a great range of souvenirs and gifts inspired by their properties, including furniture from the National Trust Home Collection and eco-friendly gifts from their 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' range. You will find numerous books on geology and the environment at National Trust shops. Many gift shops will also offer refreshments.
Popular properties that have a National Trust gift shop include Fountain Abbey in Ripon, Beningbrough Hall & Gardens near York and Nostell Priory near Wakefield. There are also National Trust visitor centres and gift shops at places like Brimham Rocks near Harrogate. For your convenience the National Trust also has an online shop to browse at home.