Less than 2 miles from the historic market town of Easingwold, you are never far from local amenities, and a selection of superb small independent businesses. Whether it be coffee shops, cafes, bars, butchers, bakeries, delicatessens and beyond, we guarantee you it is not only the views which will have you falling in love with our local area.
Newsagent
Towler Newsagent, Easingwold, 2 miles
Supermarket
Morrisons, Easingwold, 2 miles
Petrol Station
GRB, 3.6 miles, Shell, Thirsk Bypass, 8 miles or Esso, Thirsk 10 miles
Nearest Post Office
In Easingwold, 2 miles
Hospital
St Monica's, Easingwold, or York centre (Emergency Dept) 14 miles
Doctor's Surgery
Millfield Surgery 2.1 miles, Easingwold Health Centre 2 miles
York - 12 miles
York is a vibrant festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past; a Cathedral castle with city walls, regular events and attractions, and inspiring shops and eateries.
Boroughbridge 8 miles
Adjacent to the A1M in North Yorkshire on the banks of the River Ure, yet just 2 minutes from junctions 48 & 49, Boroughbridge is an ancient and attractive market town with many attractions and amenities.
Thirsk 11 miles
Another local market town is known as Darrowby in James Herriot's books or for its racecourse and shopping facilities.
Malton 16 miles
Known as the Food Capital of Yorkshire, Malton has twice been voted as one of the best places to live in Britain by The Sunday Times
Harrogate 27 miles
Known as the Food Capital of Yorkshire, twice voted as one of the best places to live in Britain by The Sunday Times
Just 10 miles away is the iconic city of York, and the vast array of activities and sights this has to offer for all ages. Whether it be the beautiful York Minster, National Railway Museum, York Castle Museum, the enthralling Jorvik centre, or simply a day of dining and shopping experiences, York is guaranteed to be able to fulfill any of your wishes.
Another fantastic day trip within 10 miles of our park is Thirsk. Home to an array of visitor attractions such as Rievaulx Abbey, Thirsk Market, World of James Herriot, and White Rose Bookshop Café. Or if you are looking for a bit more thrilling or muddy affair, Yorkshire Outdoors is right on the Thirsk doorstep.
Welcome to Malton, a town of makers & markets, set in the most beautiful Yorkshire countryside.
Malton is a town passionate about artisan producers, independent shops & great places to taste the delicious food & drink.
With superb local, farm-to-fork produce, a monthly food market and regular events to enjoy, it's a real hot-spot for food lovers.
Just 23 miles away is Harrogate - a Victorian Spa town famous for flower shows, events centre and shopping, and, of course, it's famously home to Betty's Tea Shop, a real target for those who love an afternoon tea par excellence!
Visit one of the local Heritage Stations and take a ride on one of the steam trains - this is one of the most popular visitor experience in our area!
Helmsley is a fantastic place to potter, with a regular market, upmarket shopping experience with independent retailers offering the best countryside couture, and a castle to explore. It's just 12 miles away and a great hit with our lodge owners.
Just 16 miles from us, the grand stately home of Castle Howard is a great place to visit. The Gardens and Skelf Island Adventure Playground are open daily from 10am (9am for Friends of Castle Howard) with last admission at 4pm.The house is open daily from 10am until 3pm. There's also a Farm Shop, Courtyard Cafe and Garden Centre to explore. Castle Howard has often appeared on screen - most recently in Bridgerton, although it is perhaps best known as the main location in Brideshead Revisited.
Again, within just a 30 minute drive from the park, Ripon is another fantastic choice for a day away. Home to the stunning Fountains Abbey (shown here), Ripon Cathedral, Workhouse Museum, and Newby Hall, you are again treated to seeing some of the finest historic sights North Yorkshire has to offer. Ripon is home to some wonderful independent cafes and restaurants to enjoy after a long day of sight-seeing.
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