Self catering a Summer BBQ

It’s official. The weather currently is rubbish. However, dodging a few showers is part and parcel of a British BBQ. And as the weather starts to improve, we guarantee we’ll all be making up for lost time.  The good news is that it really is easy to BBQ when...

Something for every generation

We have lots of families staying with us especially grandparents, their grown-up children and grandchildren. Self-catering in the luxury of the Long Barn is perfect for all ages. There is plenty of space for everyone to have fun and relax in. The West Barn is a great...

What to do on a wet day

The good news is that the North York Moors is one of the driest of Britain’s uplands owing to our easterly position. However, when the clouds gather, and the rain arrives there are plenty of things to do when on holiday self catering in the Long Barn.   Here are...

Long Barn Sustainability

Living closer to nature than we ever have before has made us think more about how we can be more sustainable. There’s been real change in the climate since we moved to Appleton. Wetter and wetter winters and springs, followed by drier summers. This year, the...

FAQ about the Long Barn Bedrooms

We have recently blogged about guest FAQ before they book and  also about the FAQ many ask after they’ve stayed with us. A recent query from a guest visiting us for the first time reminded us that some guests ask questions about the individual bedrooms. So we thought...