What’s on the Doorstep of ‘Posh’ Harome in the North York Moors

29th December 2023

In early 2023, the tiny pretty postcard North Yorkshire village of Harome was named one of the ‘poshest’ in the UK by The Times. So why the ‘posh’ tag what is on the doorstep of Harome

The Britain’s 22 ‘poshest’ villages to live in list, compiled by The Times, ranks Harome up right there with the likes of picture-perfect villages such as Studland, Alderney Edge and Castle Combe in Dorset, Cheshire and Wiltshire respectively. Hodnet in Shropshire grabbed first place whilst Harome was ranked number 12 of the 22 listed.

Village of Harome - North York Moors

Village of Harome – North York Moors

Harome is a small village in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire just 2 miles south-east of the popular market town of Helmsley, and 24 miles north-east of York. The village has a population of around 260 and is on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.

So how did the picturesque little village of Harome tick all the boxes when it comes to an upmarket country lifestyle? It has several listed buildings, a duck pond overlooked by the country house Pheasant Hotel, a couple of churches, the 14th-century Star Inn which has been awarded its own Michelin star. It is ideal to head off to nearby Helmlsey for posh shops, tearooms, a medieval castle and old Cistercian abbey.

Harome & Nearby

What can be found in and nearby to our Helmlsey Hideaway, Overdale Cottage in Harome?

Overdale Cottage itself sits opposite the red telephone box landmark on the ‘Main Road’ that leads through Harome village. It is within 200 yards of The Star Inn, The Pheasant Hotel and very close to St. Saviours Church.

  • St Saviour’s Church, Harome is a Grade II listed parish church built in 1862 in the Church of England in Harome, North Yorkshire
  • The Star Inn – A Michelin-starred upscale restaurant with rooms with chocolate-box, 14th century thatched inn looks in the bucolic farming and countryside setting village of Harome.
  • The Pheasant Hotel – Harome, one of the most beautiful country hotel settings in North Yorkshire, overlooking the popular village duck pond which the River Rye flows through.

Other Local Pubs Nearby

  • Helmsley Brewing Co – 2.8 miles away. Handcrafted beer, locally brewed from The North York Moors in the centre of Helmsley
  • The White Swan at Ampleforth – 7.2 miles away. Family owned pub on the Cleveland Way long distance walking route.
  • The Fairfax Arms – 8 miles away by car, shorter on foot. The Fairfax Arms is a traditional country inn located in the heart of the picturesque and historic village of Gilling East

Culture & Historic Sites

  • Helmsley Walled Garden – 3 miles away. Built in 1759, the gardens are located within the imposing ruins of Helmsley Castle. Visitors can discover the therapeutic colourful and varied horticulture, vibrant borders, glasshouses and apple orchards. Stop at the Vine House Café for a delicious lunch, pot of tea, coffee and homemade cake after.
  • The National Centre for Birds of Prey – 2.8 miles away. The National Centre for Birds of Prey at Duncombe Park is the largest collection of these amazing birds in the north of England. You will find over 150 eagles, vultures, falcons, hawks, red kites, owls and many more. Try a Raptor Experience of Hawk Hike within lovely 10 acre setting.
  • Ryedale Miniature Railway – Gilling East, A miniature railway giving fun steam train rides on summer Sunday afternoons between Easter and the Autumn, pleasure for young and old alike!
  • Ampleforth Abbey & Grounds – 3.8 miles away. Ampleforth Abbey has been the home of a community of Benedictine monks for over 200 years. Discover magnificent architecture and stroll the rolling hills, lakes, trails and woodland of the ample grounds. Whether visitors attend a retreat, or join the community for prayer in the Abbey Church, a warm welcome will awaits here. Admission to the Abbey and grounds is free
  • Ampleforth Abbey Orchards – Why not take a visit and discover the fascinating history to the Cider Mill and Orchard and taste our award-winning cider. Home of Ampleforth Abbey Cider & Ampleforth Abbey Beer, visit the website and check out the sampling and tasting tours.
  • Nunnington Manor – 3.2 miles away. National Trust’s picturesque Yorkshire manor house is famed for its picturesque location on the banks of the River Rye, organic walled gardens with spring-flowering meadow. The organic garden, colourful peacocks and engaging art and photography exhibitions. A tour of this 17th-century manor house captivates visitors with its oak-panelled hall, Carlisle collection of miniature period rooms and even boasts a haunted room or two.
  • Duncombe Park National Nature Reserve – 3.6 miles. Located just outside Helmsley with the River Rye running by. One of Yorkshire finest historic houses and estates, and home to the Duncombe family, boasts over 450 acres of spectacular gardens, parklands, superb views and nature reserve.
village of harome and nearby

Village of Harome & Surrounding Area – Aerial View

Local Activities

  • The Rugged Outdoors – a Bushcraft and Woodland Activity Centre based near Helmsley. It runs courses, workshops and activity sessions for all ages. The activity list is extensive with exciting pursuit including fire lighting, knife skills, wood whittling, den building, tree climbing, axe throwing and much more.
  • Ebor Way – 76 mile long distance walk starting from Helmsley to Ilkley in Wharfedale in the peak District. It connects the Cleveland Way and Dales Way long distance paths and passes through the City of York
  • Cleveland Way – is a 109 mile (175km) hiking trail through beautiful and ever changing landscapes and scenery across the North York Moors and the Yorkshire coastline. It starts at Helmsley, pass Sutton Bank, the White Horse at Kilburn and ends up following the coastline down to Filey Brigg, a birdwatchers paradise. The trail offers the best of both worlds, heather moorland and stunning coastal scenery.

Local Farmshop

  • Beadlam Grange Farmshop – 2 miles away. Farmshop, butcher, delicatessen and greengrocer with a two-storey bistro. Its is stocked to the rafters with local fresh vegetables, meat, cheeses, bread, beers and alcohol. The butchers at Beadlam Grange are proud to showcase their home-reared and award-winning Limousin beef. They also adorn their shelves with a celebration of other great local and award-winning fresh meats from local farmers and producers from across the county.

Local Geographical Points of Interest

  • RAF Wombleton – 1.6 miles away. East of Harome is the old Royal Air Force Wombleton and a former Royal Air Force sub-station in North Yorkshire. Originally Lancasters, Wellingtons and Halifax bombers flew from here. It is now a private airfield and the location of a popular caravan campsite.
  • River Riccal – The River Riccal is a river of North Yorkshire, England, lying within the North York Moors National Park. It is a tributary of the River Rye which it meets East on Nunnington near Salton, which in turn is a tributary of the well known River Derwent.

There is a lot enjoy about staying in our lovely Helmsley Hideaway holiday cottage in Harome. Warm and cosy, beautifully furnished and tastefully decorated it sleeps up to 4 and welcome pets.

Come and enjoy this tranquil ‘posh’ corner of the North York Moors and experience the relaxing peace, quiet. Check out our great restaurants on our doorstep and explore the beautiful local countryside for yourselves.

Overdale Cottage, Helmsley Hideaway

Overdale Cottage, Helmsley Hideaway, and the old red telephone box in Harome

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