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Helmsley Castle

Great Days Out – Visit Helmsley Castle

26th May 2023 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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 North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Great Days Out – The North Yorkshire Moors Railway

13th May 2022 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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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12 Local Historic Sites to Visit Around Helmsley Hideaway

13th October 2021 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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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Market Town of Helmsley

Helmsley Hideaway Holidays – Guest Favourites & Our Local Recommendations

9th August 2021 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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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Brimham Rocks

A Great Day Out at Brimham Rocks near Harrogate

20th July 2021 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

Brimham Rocks – The Wonder of Nidderdale How on earth did they ever get there and end up looking like that? There are a number natural geological wonders that fascinate us and make us wonder. Brimham Rocks are one of these amazing phenomena. Brimham Rocks, once known as Brimham Crags is an incredible collection of

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Market Town of Helmsley

Visit Helmsley – Lovely Old Yorkshire Moors Market Town

4th June 2021 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

Explore Helmsley & Find the Hidden Gems The pretty old market town of Helmsley is only 3 miles away from Helmsley Hideaway and our little village of Harome. It is the only market town set within North York Moors National Park. Helmsley is a great place to have a little mooch about, browse all the

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