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A Short(ish) Walk from Goathland – Curlews, Cuckoos & Wild Swimming There’s something grounding about heading out early with no particular goal beyond a good walk, a few birdsong encounters, and the promise of a quiet pint. On Saturday, Alastair laced up his boots...
A Walk Through the Battle of Byland There’s something truly grounding about walking through a landscape where the past has left its mark. That sense of connection – of treading the same paths that soldiers and monarchs once marched – brings history alive in a way that...
Rosedale Railway Walk – Discover North Yorkshire’s Industrial Heritage The North Yorkshire countryside is a treasure trove of history and natural beauty. One of the most fascinating ways to explore this unique blend is via the Rosedale Railway Walk. This 12‑mile...
Exploring the Wintringham Circular Walk: A Journey Through Art, History, and Nature The Wintringham Circular Walk in North Yorkshire offers a rich tapestry of experiences, blending contemporary art, historic villages, and the serene beauty of English landscapes....
A 10-Mile Adventure: Discover the Legends and Landscapes Around Cliff House Holiday Cottages If you’re looking for a walk that combines stunning scenery, local history, and a rewarding end, look no further! Starting and finishing right here at Cliff House Holiday...
A Scenic Walk from Saltergate Car Park to Skelton Tower and Beyond One of the most peaceful and rewarding walks in the North York Moors National Park starts at Saltergate Car Park, just a short drive from Cliff House Holiday Cottages. This circular route offers...
Clyvedon and the land of Bridgerton On Sunday, we took a scenic walk around the stunning Castle Howard Estate, a must-visit for any "Bridgerton" fan! Castle Howard famously portrays Clyvedon Castle, the grand home of the Duke and Duchess of Hastings in the hit Netflix...
A Perfect Sunday in the North York Moors: Breakfast at Lockton Tearooms and a Scenic Walk through Newton Dale There’s something truly magical about spending a Sunday morning in the heart of the North York Moors, where time slows down and the beauty of the landscape...
Discover the Beauty of Upper Thomason Foss : A Scenic Autumn Walk Embark on a captivating walk that begins in the quaint village of Goathland, famously known as "Aidensfield" from the ITV series Heartbeat. Start your journey by parking in the public pay-and-display...
Starting your journey from the picturesque hamlet of Beck Hole, nestled within the stunning North Yorkshire Moors National Park, you’ll embark on a scenic 500-meter walk to discover the enchanting waterfall known as Thomason Foss. This hidden gem is a must-visit for...
Step in to Yorkshire’s Jurassic past and visit Robin Hood’s Bay on the Yorkshire Coast and go on a fossil hunt! Robin Hood’s Bay is a fantastic seaside village steeped in history and tales of smuggling, but it is also great for a walk out along the beach and...
We love exploring, its one of the reason we moved up to this beautiful part of the world. On Friday we went on a five mile circular walk, starting in Hutton-le-Hole to one of our favourite pubs the Blacksmith's Arms in the village of Lastingham for lunch. North...
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Day Trip to Pickering from Cliff House Holiday Cottages Just a short drive from Cliff House Holiday Cottages, Pickering is our nearest market town and a wonderful place for a day out. With steam trains, medieval churches, a motte and bailey castle, fascinating museums...
Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen – Exploring the North York Moors The new season of Yorkshire Great and Small with Dan and Helen has begun, and Episode 1 took viewers across some fascinating locations in and around the North York Moors National Park. It’s...
🚢 Guns, Boats and Brass Bands: Peasholm Park's Naval Battle in Scarborough Not far from the peaceful gardens of Cliff House Holiday Cottages is a rather different sort of spectacle — one of mini warships, and occasional loud explosions. It’s called Naval Warfare and...