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Nature and Wildlife in the North York Moors 

26th July 2023

The landscape across the North York Moors is quite varied from the rugged coast, across diverse heather moorland, to dense forestry, mature woodland to limestone grasslands, rivers and streams. This diverse and dramatic landscape hosts a huge variety of nature, wildlife, birdlife, flora and fauna.  From soaring red kites, famous red grouse to fallow dear, otters, stoats and

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Interactive map

Interactive Guest Map of the Local Area to Helmsley Hideaway

28th June 2023

We are delighted to share our new ‘Guest Guide & Local Google Interactive Map’. This informative live map helps bring the local area to life. The guide map has been created to help guests to the Harome and the North York Moors make their plans and help give inspiration and ideas for their holiday and stay

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Helmsley Castle

Great Days Out – Visit Helmsley Castle

26th May 2023

The lovely old medieval Helmsley Castle sits proudly atop a rocky outcrop overlooking the River Wye below. It is set within the lovely and historic market town of Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park. The 900 year old castle’s imposing and ruined remains dominate the local skyline. Like many castles, it fires up

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Local Pubs Walks

Visit The Local – Enjoy a Pint & Pub Grub

22nd March 2023

The great old British pub is a classic part of the British social life, a superb meeting place, somewhere to relax in a welcoming environment and have a snack, full meal or just sup on a pint of ale or gin and tonic as the sun goes down. So it is no surprise that holiday

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Lovely Local Walks around Harome – Explore the Countryside

30th January 2023

A walk in the countryside is really good for you and the Yorkshire countryside offers some of the best walking in the UK. There is nothing better than getting outside and enjoying a walk in the countryside. It is great for our mental well being, reducing stress relief, clearing the mind, and puts a smile

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The Star Inn Harome - North York Moors

Private dining space at The Star, Harome…..

19th December 2022

Wow, amazing to see the new thatch on The Star Inn in Harome…… the most beautiful building you ever did see, and only just a stroll around the corner from Overdale Cottage.  Up in the eaves is this beautiful private dining space for you to enjoy with family and friends…..we tested in out and it

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Guest Reviews Extract from Guest Book

Great reviews……. from lovely times

19th December 2022

Life is short, and time is precious, so it is super to read some of these lovely reviews which our guests have left after their stay at Overdale Cottage……enjoy the little things in life, ‘cos one day you will wake up and realise they were big things…………

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York Christmas markets…… a must see…..

19th December 2022

A trip to the Christmas markets in York are a must to get you into the festive spirit and have a unique experience. An abundance of street food – the crepes with banana, cream and Terry’s chocolate orange mmmmm (it wasn’t his, it was mine!)………., hog roasts, mulled wine, hot chocolates, roasted chestnuts……. need I

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The North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Great Days Out – The North Yorkshire Moors Railway

13th May 2022

You do not have to be a train buff to enjoy stepping back in time to the Victorian era and enjoying a superb round trip on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. You can experience the delights and sights that this historic railway line and see the very best of the North York Moors National Park

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Experience Dark Skies & Stargazing in the North York Moors National Park

11th February 2022

The North York Moors – International Dark Sky Reserve The North York Moors National Park was awarded International Dark Sky Reserve status back in December 2020 along with The Yorkshire Dales. This was in recognition of the superb naturally dark night skies, free of light pollution and the ongoing commitment to protecting them long into

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