Stories from Town End Farm and the North York Moors
Our blog shares seasonal walks, local stories, tips of where to visit, favourite places to eat, and glimpses of life at Town End Farm. If you are planning a stay at the Long Barn, it is a good place to start exploring the local area.
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Why every bedroom at the Long Bar is an En-suite
The First Few Minutes One of our favourite moments of any changeover day happens within the first ten minutes of guests...
The Holiday Where the Cars Stay Parked
When you arrive in Appleton Le Moors, one sign simply says "Slow Down". It turns out to be very good advice. Many guests arrive...
Curiosity is a Wonderful Thing
How a French bread making course reminded us of the joy of learning new skills Emmanuel pressed one finger into the dough. A...
Behind the Scenes; Changeover Day
The jobs, people and little details that get the Long Barn ready for its next family on changeover day. Head torches on....
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The Book That Introduces You to Appleton.
It all begins with one little book One of the most borrowed books at the Long Barn isn't a bestselling thriller or the latest...
The Heart Beat of a Community
We almost didn't go. It had been one of the hottest days of the year and the thought of sitting in a packed concert hall wasn't...
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