The Village Pond and the elusive Turtle Dove

If you’ve stayed at the Long Barn, you probably walked past the site of the original village pond without noticing it. Old photographs of the village show the original village pond opposite the Reading Room at the southern end. The old pond was a historic dew pond,...

Discovering Appleton Le Moors – 5 historical gems

Nestled in the picturesque North Yorkshire countryside, Appleton-le-Moors is a historic medieval village that offers a unique glimpse into England’s past. When you stay at our beautiful self-catering Long Barn, you’ll experience the village’s rich...