The Settle to Carlisle Line From Garsdale
Well they say there’s a first time for everything and this was one of those occasions, not to travel on the Settle to Carlisle railway but to travel to Leeds…
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…
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…
The Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park near Grewelthorpe
A couple of friends and I decided it was way over time to revisit the Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park near Grewelthorpe and so the day was set and finally…
The Dales Countryside Museum in Hawes
Have you been to the Dales Countryside Museum in Hawes in the Yorkshire Dales? If not, do visit and while away a couple of hours or so. Lots for kids…
The Fabulous Swaledale Festival 2025
It won’t be long, just a few days now, before the fabulous Swaledale Festival starts. This Saturday 24 May until Saturday 7 June, two whole weeks of amazing things to…
A Circular Walk Past Easby Abbey
The sun just keeps on shining, long may it last, we’ve had stunningly beautiful Spring days now for quite a while and on just such a day we decided to…
Arkengarthdale and Beyond
On another stunningly beautiful day we decided to explore Arkengarthdale a little more, a dale we used to frequent many years ago visiting the CB Inn, probably on a Saturday…
The Seven Bridges Valley Walk at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon
A very pleasant walk from Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon, about three miles, and on well defined bridleways and footpaths, a walk well worth seeking out. You’ll walk…
Heather and Grouse in Askrigg
Don’t you think it’s an intriguing name? Is it a pub, is it a restaurant, is it a visitor attraction? Could be any of these things but, no, Heather and…
