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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A Perfect Day at the Long Barn, North York Moors
There’s a rhythm to days at the Long Barn that guests often fall into without really planning it. It starts slowly, without...
10 Ways Staying at the Long Barn Lets You Be a Childish Grown-Up
We recently read a blog by the wonderful India Knight about “proper grown-ups” and why it is actually a good thing to be a...
A Day at Sandsend from the Long Barn
If you’re staying at the Long Barn, a trip to Sandsend is one of those days that tends to become a favourite. It’s an easy drive...
Wild Daffodils and Spring Walks Near Appleton-le-Moors
The first signs of spring in the North York Moors It was one of those misty mornings last week as we walked down the lane to...
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The Ancient Art of Marmalade Making
We’re really proud that almost everything we include in our welcome hamper (other than our coffee beans and rapeseed oil) is...
Helmsley – the Park’s only market town
Welcome to Helmsley Helmsley just has a lovely feel about it. Maybe it's the strong community spirit, the gorgeous old...

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