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When you travel on holiday (or indeed set off from your own doorstep), do you delight in finding somewhere new or prefer the familiarity and predictability of places visited before? I guess for many of us it’s a mix. If we’re taking a true staycation, that is to say, we are having a holiday at […]

There are so many words to describe the spectacular scenery in the limestone landscapes around Malham in the Yorkshire Dales. Something that I discovered again for myself on a morning walk today in the autumnal sunshine. Setting off early is always a good plan for Malham. It meant that I had the footpaths pretty much […]

Tucked away in Wharfedale, near the pretty settlements of Appletreewick and Skyreholme are Parceval Hall Gardens. We discovered them one Sunday afternoon this summer. It was really to wonderful to be immersed in so much greenery. It had been a number of years since I had visited, and at that time I had only seen […]

With just over a week to go until the Cheese Festival in Yorkshire, it’s not too late to plan your outing to one of the fabulous food and drink establishments that the Yorkshire Dales has to offer. Tuck in to some delicious cheeses. Try something new. Discover what products are made locally and select your […]

One of this year’s highlights was being asked to host some filming for the second series of “All Creatures Great and Small”. Having loved watching the first series last Autumn, we were thrilled to be a small part of the production jigsaw this year.

Sometimes wintery weather does nothing to entice us outside to stretch our legs, and yet at other times it has the greatest appeal. I must admit, I love a good day hike in winter – provided I have all the right clothing and layers on, and am wrapped up to the elements. When crisp, winter […]

Skipton Castle Woods is a captivating place that we have loved spending time in this autumn. It is so close to the top of town and accessible from it, that it’s quite possible to combine a visit to the High Street’s Eateries with a walk in the woods.

What are your favourite books and films inspired by the landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales? There are three books on my shelf that sprang to mind.

We love discovering the waterfalls of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. There is just something about being in nature and watching water cascading over waterfalls that transports your mind to another place and brings joy. Or is that just me? Here are three North Yorkshire locations where our family has enjoyed discovering the beauty of […]