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Pooch-Friendly Escapes: Why Dogs Love Overdale Cottage, Our Helmsley Hideaway

9th September 2025 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

Planning a break with your dog? At Overdale Cottage, our cosy dog-friendly holiday cottage near Helmsley in the village of Harome, four-legged friends are not just allowed – they’re warmly welcomed. With a large secure garden, easy access to the North York Moors National Park, and plenty of nearby pubs and attractions that welcome dogs,

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View across Runswick Bay

Runswick Bay to Kettleness Circular Walk

14th February 2025 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

If you’re looking for a beautiful coastal walk in the North York Moors then head of to the delightful Runswick Bay. The circular walk to Kettleness from Runswick Bay is just the perfect day out. It’s a great way to enjoy the best that the North Yorkshire Coastline has to offer. There are two enjoyable

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Lealholm Stepping Stones

Hidden Delights in the North York Moors National Park

2nd January 2025 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

The North York Moors offers so much to see and do for visitors to the area and those who are lucky enough to live there. There are the headline ‘honeypots’ of timeless pretty stone built villages set amongst the stunning moorland, bustling market towns to wonderful fishing villages and spectacular beaches to name but a

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Views from Sutton Bank

Walking the Spectacular Views at Sutton Bank National Park

24th October 2024 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

From Sutton Bank National Park Centre there are several delightful and rewarding walking trails. A stroll along the wheelchair-accessible path from the visitor centre to the famed ‘finest view in England’ lookout is a must or head south along the dramatic escarpment to view the famous Kilburn White Horse. The booklet ‘Walks around Sutton Bank’ has five

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Sutton Bank Views - North York Moors National Park

Cycling at Sutton Bank & Enjoy ‘The Finest View in England’

27th August 2024 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

We were drawn to visit Sutton Bank to see for ourselves the spectacular panoramic view that has been described by Yorkshires’ famous vet and author, James Herriot, as the ‘finest in England’. The Sutton Bank National Park Centre is only a short drive away from the market town of Helmsley is an absolute delight and

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View From Rosedale Chimney

Adventures in the North York Moors – A Rambling Walk, Spot of Sightseeing & Lovely Pub Dinner

7th June 2024 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

There is no better way to enjoy the North York Moors than getting out into the countryside. We decided to head out for walk up on the moors and found what looked like a good ramble on OS Maps of approximately 10 miles. The walk called the Rudland Rigg Walk started from the small hamlet of Low

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Duncombe Park

Helmsley Castle, Duncombe Park & Fairy Steps Circular Walk

18th April 2024 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

Walk Summary: Distance – 4.10 miles Elev Gain – 400 ft Time – Approx 1h 30m The market town of Helmsley is lovely to visit anytime throughout the year. It is a great base to head off for an enjoyable afternoon walk, ramble or long multi day hike. There are quite a few options to

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Nature and Wildlife in the North York Moors 

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

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 Guest Map of the Local Area to Helmsley Hideaway

28th June 2023 By Tim Wells With Comments are off for this post

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 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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