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Discover Dark Skies in North Yorkshire in the October Half Term The North York Moors National Park is known for its breathtaking landscapes, rugged coastlines, and vast open spaces, but during autumn, it transforms into something even more magical: a paradise for...
Discover Thornton-le-Dale: A Hidden Gem Near Cliff House Holiday Cottages When staying at Cliff House Holiday Cottages, you’re perfectly situated to explore some of North Yorkshire’s most picturesque villages, and Thornton-le-Dale is undoubtedly one of the jewels in...
Sledmere House and Gardens is a quintessential English country estate, and it's the perfect place to experience the joys of spring. Just 13 miles from Cliff House, Sledmere House offers a unique opportunity to get up close and personal with adorable lambs during...
Exploring Robin Hood’s Bay: A Perfect Day Trip from Cliff House Holiday Cottages At Cliff House Holiday Cottages, we’re always eager to recommend hidden gems and local treasures to our guests, and one of our absolute favourites is Robin Hood’s Bay. Though we don’t get...
A Delightful Day at The Flower Belt: A Wildflower Wonderland Near Helmsley This past weekend, we decided to indulge in a charming countryside adventure by visiting The Flower Belt, a delightful spot just outside of Helmsley on the A170. This beautiful haven of...
Robin Hood's Bay is a fantastic little place to visit at any time of year. Full of old world charm, the old village has a long history of smuggling. If you are brave enough you can venture up the tunnel from the beach that the local stream runs through. Look up and...
Up and out early on Sunday for the short 51 minute drive across the North York Moors to try and catch (and photograph) the sunrise at the fishing village of Staithes on the Discover Yorkshire Coast. Staithes is a picture postcard village set at the bottom of cliffs in...
This walk is about 3km long and can take between 1 to 2 hours depending on your pace and how many stops you make. Please note that some sections are difficult under foot, specifically very muddy and in places the path is unstable/rocky under foot. Given it is a dale,...
A short drive from our cottages at Cliff House Holiday Cottages takes you to Hunmanby Gap, and from there out on to Filey Bay - a massive expanse of sand which is dog friendly (save for the beach immediately in front of Filey town) stretching from Filey Rigg all the...
A stay at Cliff House Holiday Cottages would not be complete without a visit to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, one of the UK's most iconic heritage railways. This magnificent railway line runs through the stunning North York Moors National Park, offering visitors...
You may have seen our "back garden" on TV recently in the "Secret Life of the Forest" on Channel 5. To say that the Great Yorkshire Forest is our back garden isn't an over statement. Turn right as you leave our cottages and in just over a mile you are in the back of...
We headed for a day trip to Beverley, which is just under an hours drive away from the cottages here at Cliff House Holiday Cottages. Beverley is a fantastic market town in the East Riding of Yorkshire (never call it East Yorkshire!). The town has a collection of many...
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The Hairy Bikers Go North: A Culinary Adventure through Yorkshire If you're a fan of the Hairy Bikers, you may have caught their series, Hairy Bikers Go North, where the popular cooking duo, Si King and the late Dave Myers, took viewers on a culinary journey through...
Bridgerton is back! With the announcement of the second season of the popular Netflix show Bridgerton, fans are already excited to dive back into the world of romance, regency, and intrigue. For those who love exploring film locations, we have great news – Bridgerton...
Discover Famous Film and TV Locations in North Yorkshire North Yorkshire, with its stunning landscapes, charming villages, and historic sites, has long been a favourite film and TV location for film-makers and TV producers. From Hollywood blockbusters to beloved...
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