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…
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…
Stunning Circular Walk from Aysgarth
On yet another glorious morning in the Yorkshire Dales we set off from Aysgarth village in Wensleydale to walk about five miles. An interesting walk and one that can be…
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…
West Burton to West Burton in a Circular Manner
This is a route so well walked by me and many others too, just love it, and it’s perfect for a stroll out or a more energetic walk, just whatever,…
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…
Redmire to Castle Bolton
On yet another glorious day we set off from Redmire to walk to Bolton Castle and back to Redmire in a circular manner. Footpaths walked many times but still wonderful…
Bianco Ristorante and Northallerton
I must say we often seem to go down to Northallerton and yet there are still surprises to find even after so many years of visiting. It was nearing lunchtime…







