Autumn, following the delights of summer, often gets a bad rap due to its shorter days and gloomier weather. However, if you know where to look, the season can be truly enchanting.
The right location during this time of year can allow you to fully appreciate the wonders that autumn brings. Cosy cafes, vibrant orange pumpkins, and brisk walks all contribute to dispelling the autumn blues.
One such place that perfectly embodies the spirit of autumn is Haworth, a quaint village in West Yorkshire,. It’s quickly becoming a must-visit spot for an autumnal day trip.
TikTok users have taken notice, describing it as the ideal location to “spend a cosy autumnal day”. One user even likened it to the setting of the popular TV series Gilmore Girls, which has become synonymous with the autumn season.
TikTok user @amyloves. xo labelled Haworth as “a perfect autumnal day out in October” in her video, which has garnered 108,000 views and over 5,000 likes, reports the Manchester Evening News.
She showcased atmospheric clips of the village embracing the season – think abundant pumpkins, wreaths crafted from autumn leaves, and picturesque book shops. One viewer commented on the video, dubbing it “The UK’s Stars Hollow”, in reference to the town in Gilmore Girls.
Haworth has been spotlighted in @Yorkshirefi’s “autumn bucket list for Yorkshire” video, where she suggests popping into The Cabinet of Curiosities for its “witchy vibes” and enjoying an “autumnal walk in the Bronte countryside at Haworth”.
She also shared a clip titled “cosy autumn day in Haworth”, highlighting the village as a haven for bibliophiles.
The picturesque cobblestone streets and sweeping views of the Yorkshire dales make Haworth a social media sensation.
Wander down the high street to discover unique boutiques like The Cabinet of Curiosities, a quaint family business offering handcrafted soaps and candles, nestled within a charming Victorian chemist with original features intact.
For those feeling the Halloween spirit, Spooks of Haworth beckons with its niche collection of “psychic phenomena supplies” and Tarot card readings. Meanwhile, vintage fashion enthusiasts can rummage through treasures at The Souk.
Bookworms will relish a trip to the Bronte Parsonage Museum during the cosy reading season. Once the abode of the famed Bronte siblings, visitors can immerse themselves in the literary legends’ lives amidst a trove of their furniture, garments, and personal belongings.
Inject a touch of literature into your autumnal stroll by heading to Top Withens, a derelict farmhouse near Haworth believed to have inspired the house in Wuthering Heights.
Situated on the Pennine Way, this challenging four-mile walk from the village is well worth the effort for the stunning vistas it offers.
