The days may be a bit miserable this week, they are here in West Burton at least, but there’s no denying the days are lengthening, there are great stirrings in the earth and, of course, the snowdrops are showing off their pretty livery, a sight to behold with swathes of them, nodding and bobbing, being bold and taking anything that the weather can give them from a great height. Just a delight.
Walk from Askrigg along Mill Lane into the woods going to Whitfield Gill Force, go along to Nappa Hall, try Barrack Wood in West Burton, Freeholders Wood at Aysgarth Falls, Hackfall Woods near Masham, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal near Ripon, there will be more.
Soon the primroses will appear, wood anemones and a host of other wild flowers to seek out and enjoy. A joy to see and to look forward to.
Do come and stay in one of our beautiful Country Hideaways holiday cottages found in the Yorkshire Dales and nearby Nidderdale. Call me, Nadine, or my daughter Joanne, for friendly help and advice and to book over the telephone on 01969 663559 or, of course, do book online if you prefer.
We’re looking forward to hearing from you soon!
Written By Nadine Bell
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