In the heart of Ryedale, and on the southern edge of the North Yorkshire Moors, lies Pickering - a small market town full of character and charm. Pickering is reputed to be one of the oldest towns in the area, dating back to 270BC when founded by Peredurus - King of the Brigantes. The skyline of Pickering is dominated by the spire of the Church of St Peter and St Paul of Pickering, which contains some remarkable 15th century murals. Tourism has been a major occupation in the town since the reopening of the North York Moors Railway as a restored steam railway, and the filming of the television series Heartbeat on the moors. Estate agents in Pickering say the town is popular with people who are searching for second homes as holiday lets. There is a wide variety of property for sale in Pickering, including flats in purpose built blocks, grade II listed stone terraced cottages, developments of modern detached family homes and semi-detached bungalows.
Amenities for properties in Pickering
For leisure pursuits, Pickering has three theatre venues, offering a wide range of amateur and professional productions. In July an annual jazz festival is held in the town. There is also a leisure centre, a swimming pool and a modern library. There are clubs for art, dance, drama, music, gardening, photography and walking. Sports activities include athletics, football, cricket, badminton and bowls. The North Riding Forest Park lies four miles north east of Pickering, an area of recreation and leisure, with walks, picnic and barbeque sites, childrens play areas, orienteering courses and wildlife observation points. There are two main shopping areas which are Market Place, which is by far the larger, and Eastgate Square, which is a mixed housing and retail development. Families considering Pickering property will discover the town has a number of schools catering for children of all ages.
Transport for Pickering
If you are searching for property for sale in Pickering you can reach the area by road via the A170. The nearest mainline railway station is at Malton, eight miles from Pickering.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Pickering, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Scarborough, Malton and Ripon.
house, 2 bedrooms
This truly stunning grade two listed terraced house is ideally positioned in the very much sort after town of Pickering, just on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The property...
house, 5 bedrooms
An imposing detached property superbly presented both inside and out and situated within a short walk from the centre of the village
house, 4 bedrooms
A superbly appointed Victorian town house with an elegant façade, a stylish interior and a south facing garden, garaging & car parking
house, 4 bedrooms
A beautifully presented, detached, four bedroom house with pleasant easterly facing garden and sizeable garage
house, 3 bedrooms
An attractive, detached town house requiring refurbishment and positioned down a tree lined avenue just a short walk to the towns amenities
house, 3 bedrooms
A converted former Coach House, superbly presented internally and conveniently located close to the town centre
house, 5 bedrooms
Five bedroom semi detached house in North Yorkshire National Park village Spacious accommodation arranged over three floor Attached outbuildings garage/workshop Good size garden, patio and greenhouse
house, 2 bedrooms
Two bedroom detached bungalow Spacious lounge Good size dining kitchen Everest double glazing and gas central heating Gardens to front and rear Good size garage with electric door NO ONWARD CHAIN
house, 3 bedrooms
An imaginative and cleverly converted former joiners workshop with a stylish, streamlined interior of exceptional quality
house, 4 bedrooms
A MODERN FITTED KITCHEN