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I grew up on a dairy farm just outside Skipton, with a background of agriculture, farm diversification and outdoor events shaping family life.

Why not treat yourself to a local Tai Chi class whilst staying at Newton Grange Cottages? We highly recommend Val’s Tai Chi classes, which are held at a number of outdoor and indoor venues, such as the fabulous Cliffe Castle Park and stunning Skipton Town Hall. You can book online or drop Val a message […]

Did you know that the Settle Carllisle Railway line can be easily accessed from Newton Grange Cottages?

That sounds like the start of a running race, doesn’t it? Running is something that I have enjoyed re-discovering in the past twelve months, including taking part in a couple of running races. That moment before the race begins is so full of anticipation and preparation – making sure that your shoe laces are well […]

When you’re here you could… – Explore Gargrave Green and Stepping Stones over the River Aire

We strive to look after our holiday cottages as if they were our own home, keeping standards up and presenting beautifully clean cottages. Our guests often comment how they could relax straightaway after they arrive and settle in to their sparklingly clean holiday home.

After you have arrived in Bank Newton, why not leave the car behind?  There are many walks and cycle rides that you can follow from the doorstep of our holiday cottages. You could follow the Pennine Way national trail north in the direction of Gargrave and Malhamdale, and discover the limestone scenery around Malham Cove […]

What’s it like at Newton Grange Cottages in Bank Newton? Well, we love it! These are the things that make it a really special place and a beautiful setting. There are gorgeous, stone built, listed buildings, and they are surrounded by rolling green pastures (the drumlin hills) where our sheep flock graze. The Grade II […]

A new year is upon us, full of hope and promise and perhaps ideas of things we’d love to be doing more of. Taking time out for ourselves and our wellbeing has never felt so important. The past (almost two) years of the Pandemic have left many people feeling more worn-down than they might otherwise […]

Are you thinking ahead about where to visit during your stay here in North Yorkshire? Harlow Carr Gardens in Harrogate is a super place and something with broad appeal across the generations. On a recent visit this September, we enjoyed admiring the sculpture displays that have been added this year.