Thorp Perrow Arboretum near Bedale
On a very pleasant morning last week we set off for Bedale to enjoy the riches of Thorp Perrow Arboretum. We were unsure whether the winds of the previous week…
West Burton to Aysgarth
Three of us set off for a five mile walk from West Burton. It’s autumn and we expected the weather to do anything but our day was still, not a…
The Gamekeepers Inn at Thresfield
It was the Autumn WI lunch on Wednesday, I know, I know but occasional visitors are always welcome at our Thoralby WI, third Tuesday of the month! Our venue was…
Autumn in the Glorious Yorkshire Dales
Autumn is upon us, apparently, to be precise, Monday 22nd September was the Autumnal Equinox. Feel it just passed me by with all this wonderful weather we are still having.…
Circular Walk from Aysgarth Village
It felt time to walk from Aysgarth again, a lovely walk with views along Wensleydale up to Hawes and down dale to Bolton Castle and beyond. Sight of Lady Hill…
Dog Friendly Places in the Yorkshire Dales
The Yorkshire Dales is great place to bring your dog on holiday and after looking after Joanne’s little miniature dachshund for two weeks just lately we realised how easy it…
The Richmond Walking and Book Festival
We’re nearly into September which means it won’t be long before it’s the Richmond Walking and Book Festival held from 19th until 28th September, this year celebrating 20 years! Quite…
Hamilton’s Tea Room in Aysgarth
Fancy a cup of excellent tea, or whatever your preference, then do try Hamilton’s Tea Room found in Aysgarth in Wensleydale in the glorious Yorkshire Dales. A really great little…
Brymor Ice Cream and Jervaulx Abbey
On another very warm and sunny day we felt ice cream was in order but first we had to earn it! Well not really but any excuse. A three mile…
Footpaths and Stiles in the Yorkshire Dales
Did you know that there are about 4,630 stiles and 5,960 gates to pass through or over in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. I had no idea there would be…
