- A year down on the farm spent growing their own dream home
The converted Granary and Stables. Photos: Dave Burton Published on Monday 18 March 2013 10:20 Converting this farm building was a challenge for one couple. Heather Dixon reports. Ignorance was definitely bliss when Jane and Kevin Wheldon bought a series of farm outbuildings to turn into a family home. The couple were not fased by the fact […]
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- 25 Beautiful Homes
Our family home and cottages, feature in 25 Beautiful Homes Magazine- March 2013
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What is on in July.
Castle Howard July 2, 16,& 30th Filming Location Guided Tour. Bridgerton, etc stately home, gardens and lake. Courtyard cafe and Skelf island for the kids. Duncombe Park Helmsley 5th and 6th July. Steam Rally. Beautiful setting for the vehicles of yester year. Bridlington 6th July Old Town Vintage Festival York MAZE 12th […]
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Things to do in June 2025
Robin Hoods Bay. 6-8th Folk weekend. Whitby 6- 8th 60’s Festival. Castle Howard 8-9th Jousting event. Scarborough Open Air Theatre. 11th Corrs + Natalie Imbruglia. 13th Gary Barlow. 27th Snow Patrol. Yorkshire Air Museum York 15th Cold war wheels! cars and bikes from 60. 70. 80’s plus Cold war Jets. Wizard walk of […]
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Easter time 2025
Open now- NORTH YORKSHIRE WATER PARK- just 5 minutes for our cottages. Water fun, walks, fishing, cafe and much much more. 4th April EDDI Reader- Whitby Pavilion 5th April The FEENS- Scarborough Spa. 5th April North Yorks Moors Railway – Easter DINOFUN Goathland. 5th- 20th National Railway Museum York- The Flying Scotsman. […]
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Dog friendly places to visit on the Yorkshire coast.
Dog Friendly The Yorkshire coast is one of the most dog-friendly places in the UK, with miles of beautiful beaches and open countryside to roam, plenty of welcoming places to stay with your pooch where they’ll be as comfortable as you, and a huge range of places to eat and drink.You can take a leisurely […]
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Things to do this winter.
Enjoy a visit to Castle Howard or Scarborough from our cottage . Scarborough Sparkle. Join in the festive fun at Scarborough Sparkle, the annual Christmas festival that brings the magic of the season to the North Yorkshire coast. Taking place at the Scarborough Open Air Theatre, this event promises a warm and enchanting atmosphere, perfect for families […]
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Whats on in July and August.
Duncombe Park Steam & Vintage Rally 6th & 7th July. Near Helmsley. York Maze. 15th July – 4th September. Piglets Adventure Farm-(nr York) 23rd July – 4th Sept. Whitby Beer Festival. Thur 27th July – 30th July Ryedale Country show. Tues 30th July. Kirbymoorside. Scarborough Open Air Theatre. Gregory Porter 1st July Rick Astley […]
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Things to do -under 1hr from Granary cottage.
North Yorkshire Water Park. (Wykeham- 5 mins from granary cottage.) Go Ape and Dalby Forest. NYMR – Steam railway Pickering. The Chocolate story -York. Sea-life Centre- Scarborough. At the end of North bay beach. The City Walls-(bar walls and Minster) -York Peasholme park – Scarborough. NATIONAL Railway Museum […]
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EASTER 2024
Castle Howard Animal trail 23rd March to 7th April. Discover a menagerie of willow animals in our Gardens this Easter, and encounter foxes, owls, hares, and more! Collect your beautifully illustrated trail map, and adventure around the Grounds to collect a series of clues to win a chocolatey prize. Included in House & Gardens and […]
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Christmas in North Yorkshire
Santa Specials Get Ready for the Ultimate Christmas Adventure! 25 & 26 November, 2 & 3, 9 & 10, 16 & 17, 23 & 24 December Guess who’s on his merry way to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway? It’s none other than Santa Claus himself, and he’s bringing the magic of the season to life! Imagine […]
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October Half Term & Halloween
Flamingo Land Until Sunday 30th October, Flamingo Land have a host of spooktacular events, attractions and activities for the whole family. As well as being able to spend the day exploring the theme park and zoo, there is also the option to purchase ‘an evening ticket’ on certain dates which allows you to enjoy the […]
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