Points of interest.
What to see
6 placesYarm Viaduct
River Tees, Yarm TS15 9BY
The town's most striking landmark — a Victorian railway viaduct striding across the River Tees on 43 brick and stone arches, 2,280 feet long and 65 feet high. Opened in 1852 and Grade II listed, it still carries trains today and dominates the view of Yarm from every approach.
Yarm Castle
West St, Yarm TS15
A miniature Gothic folly tucked just off the High Street on West Street, built from grey stone in the 1880s by local man David Doughty. From a distance it looks like the real thing, turrets and all — up close, everything is charmingly, deliberately too small.
St Mary Magdalene Church
West St, Yarm TS15 9BU
Yarm's historic parish church, with origins reaching back to Saxon times and the present building largely rebuilt in 1736 after a fire. Inside is the medieval 'True Lovers' tomb cover that gives the neighbouring riverside walk its name.
True Lovers Walk
Off West St, Yarm TS15
A peaceful riverside path along the Tees leading to St Mary Magdalene Church, named after the carved figures on the church's 14th-century tomb cover. Planted gardens, seating and a 19th-century mill wheel make it a lovely spot for a gentle stroll, cared for by the Friends of True Lovers Walk.
Snaith's Field Play Area
Bentley Wynd, Yarm TS15 9BS
A green open space and children's play area just off the High Street on Bentley Wynd — a handy spot for families to let the little ones burn off some energy between shops and cafés.
Yarm War Memorial
High St, Yarm TS15 9AH
A Grade II listed First World War memorial beside the historic Town Hall on the High Street, commemorating 79 local servicemen who gave their lives. It stands among a cluster of listed buildings at the heart of the market town.
Making a day of it
- All within a stroll. Every spot here sits within a few minutes' walk of the High Street, so you can easily take them in on foot.
- Best views of the viaduct. Head down to the riverside or True Lovers Walk for the most dramatic angles on the 43-arch railway viaduct.
- Where to park. Several car parks sit close to the town centre — see our parking guide to plan ahead.
Discover local businesses.
Between the sights, dive into the directory and find the best of Yarm's shops, cafés and restaurants.