7 of the most scenic drives in Yorkshire

With its variety of landscapes, picturesque villages and undulating roads, the county of Yorkshire is a haven for petrol heads.

Here are seven of Yorkshire's most scenic and thrilling drives.

Hawes to Thwaite

The road from Hawes to Thwaite is a high and winding road known locally as Buttertubs Pass due to the curious limestone potholes which line the road.

The ribbon of tarmac is held in high esteem by local cyclists and featured in stage one of the 2014 Tour de France - but the drive along Buttertubs can be just as fun on four wheels.

Though only seven miles long, this drive packs a punch and offers sublime views of the Yorkshire Dales countryside.

Distance: 7 miles

Stainforth to Malham

This pint-sized route delivers exquisite views of the limestone pavement which punctuates the Yorkshire Dales countryside.

The slim road navigates through steep terrain before emerging to the charming village of Malham.

Consider parking in Malham and striding up to Malham Cove, where you can get up close and personal with the unique limestone landscape.

Distance: 7 miles

Malham is a charming village surrounded by extraordinary limestone features (Photo: Shutterstock)

Keld to Langthwaite

Offering divine views of Swaledale and some of the Yorkshire Dales' highest peaks, Long Causeway is a classic Yorkshire drive.

The road snakes through the charming hamlet of Whaw and past Great Britain's highest pub, the Tan Hill Inn.

Despite its popularity the road is often devoid of traffic, allowing for a stress free drive.

Distance: 13 miles

Whitby to Hutton-le-Hole via Smith's Lane

Villages don't come much more picture-perfect than Hutton-le-Hole.

The drive to the village from both Whitby and York is one to remember, though the drive from the former via Smith's