Our 5 Favourite Villages

We thought we’d feature our 5 favourite villages in this week’s blog. Obviously our very favourite village is Appleton Le Moors, which we’ve blogged about previously.  But our challenge in writing this is which ones to choose. There are so many lovely places to visit...

What’s on in October?

Discover a variety of festive events in North York Moors this October, from harvest festivals to spooky Halloween fun for the whole family. Here are some of our favourite things to do this October.  Malton Harvest Festival 5th – 6th October is the autumn version of...

Christmas and New Year at the Long Barn

Spending Christmas or New year self-catering away from home is a great solution to organising a family gathering. Especially at this festive time of year. The North York Moors is a wonderful wintery backdrop to a Christmas holiday. We can’t promise snow (although we...

What’s on in September?

September is here, and it’s a beautiful time to visit the North York Moors. Every year, the North York Moors themes September as a mindful month, and signposts to a host of relaxing activities to do. Travel writers and adventurers Fay and Matt Doyle have written a...

Cycling Adventures in the North York Moors

The North York Moors offers incredible cycling adventures for riders of all skill levels, from leisurely family outings to world-class mountain biking. Explore the huge network of downloadable cycling routes spanning the North York Moors and Howardian Hills. There are...

Special celebrations at the Long Barn

We think that the Long Barn is perfect for celebrations, and it seems our guests do to. Many guests book a stay with us to celebrate a special occasion. And lots return for other celebrations and gatherings.  Our unique barn provides the perfect backdrop for...