Mary, Queen of Scots and The Shawl near Leyburn
As promised, a little information about Mary, Queen of Scots and her stay (imprisonment) at Bolton Castle. She arrived at Bolton Castle in July 1568, weary from flight and already…
Don’t Spark Disaster, Protect our Beautiful Countryside
Don’t Spark Disaster As the weather warms up, the risk of wildfire increases dramatically. Just one spark can have devastating consequences for our landscapes, wildlife and local communities. You can…
A tranquil Cancer Garden at Bolton Castle
Did you hear that there is a new Cancer Garden at Bolton Castle, a gentle, thoughtful addition to the historic grounds, and a place that invites visitors to pause. Created…
Beware of AI Generated Images When Shopping Online
The Masham Community Office have posted this information found below on their Masham Community News bulletin and thought maybe it was of great importance to share with as many people.…
Peculier Plaques in Masham!
Have you noticed as you walk around Masham there is something else ‘peculier’ going on. Just found one or two the other day, bright blue plaques with little bits of history…
Henge hunting in the Yorkshire dales?
A friend from the village was asking me if I’d noticed a ‘hump’ in the fields above Sorrelsykes. The area, on the map, is called MountStritch and the hump can…
Defibrillators in the Yorkshire Dales
I feel we are all quite aware of the importance of defibrillators and in the Yorkshire Dales by now most villages have one or more available for your use. Defibrillators…
Full Moons in the Glorious Yorkshire Dales
Happy New Year everyone! Joanne and I wish you great joy, peace of mind, happiness and wonderful holidays in the glorious Yorkshire dales! But did you see the moon over…
Here’s Wishing you All a very Merry Christmas!
Joanne and I would like to say thank you so much for supporting us here at Country Hideaways and we would love to hear from you again when you’re ready…
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.…






