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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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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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Helmsley Hideaway – Fresh Local Produce, Farm Shops & Regional Yorkshire Food & Drink

31st December 2021

Overdale Cottage, our Helmsley Hideaway is surrounded by farms and open countryside which means that fresh local produce is easy to find and source. Yorkshire is well known for providing some of the finest local produce and food based gifts from the land. The region’s farm shops, markets and craft breweries offer a multitude of

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Local Restaurants

Pubs & Restaurants In & Around Helmsley Hideaway

26th November 2021

We are lucky to have some of the best restaurants and pubs in Yorkshire right here on our doorstep. We are spoilt for choice of superb local village pubs to Michelin starred restaurants and have handpicked a number that are in our local area. There are few others options added that can be visited if

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12 Local Historic Sites to Visit Around Helmsley Hideaway

13th October 2021

Helmsley Hideaway is not just set in beautiful countryside, the region is also steeped in rich history. It offers a wide range of historic sites and hidden gems just waiting to be explored. Whether you are fascinated by old castle ruins, Gothic abbeys to National Trust stately homes and gardens to more recent industrial and working

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St Saviours Church Harome

Come & Visit Harome Village near Helmsley

15th September 2021

Harome is a charming small village on the edge of the North York Moors only 2 miles south of the popular market town of Helmsley. It is in the heart of agricultural farmland and is lovely to stroll around, or to take longer countryside circular walks around the area. There are beautiful old thatched cottages,

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Helmsley Hideaway Holidays – Guest Favourites & Our Local Recommendations

9th August 2021

Explore the North York Moors We are so lucky to have so much to see and do right on our doorstep here at our Helmsley Hideaway. Here are some of our guest’s favourite places to visit both nearby and further afield in the North York Moors and across to the coast. We also include some

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