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Your journey to fun and relaxation starts here and now…

Fun days out for all the family, relaxing or romantic weekends with that special person, or a longer holiday packed with sporting or cultural activities: there’s no better place to find them than the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds.

AWARD-WINNING EXPERIENCES

A BIG WOLDS WELCOME

WHERE TO STAY

The Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards celebrate the best of the best of our visitor experiences

Visit our lovely market towns for a guaranteed big Wolds welcome!

Whether you’re after a selfcatering cottage or a cosy B&B, get inspired here

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ESCAPE THE WORLD, EXPLORE THE WOLDS Huge blue skies, wide open spaces and views that have inspired some of the world’s greatest artists– the Wolds is the perfect holiday destination. Explore our unspoiled landscapes on foot, by bike or car, or on horseback. And all that fresh air will give you an appetite – good thing we have such a great selection of cafes and restaurants to choose from, then!

And this year, a trip to the Wolds will be extraspecial – they sit neatly just above Hull, the UK City of Culture for 2017. There’ll be so much to do and see, right across the region…

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8 Have your cake and eat it 10 A big wolds welcome 12 Wolds Villages 14 Walk the Wolds 20 Big skies bike rides

There’s something to do for all ages, all year round, on the vibrant Yorkshire Wolds

Historic sites, beautiful period houses, glorious gardens – the Yorkshire Wolds is awash with them

Whichever you prefer, there’s a route on the Yorkshire Wolds to suit you…

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Promoting tourism in partnership with While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information detailed in this guide, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Hull City Council, Ryedale District Council and Visit Hull & East Yorkshire cannot accept responsibility for any errors and omissions nor for any consequences arising from use of this guide. All information correct at time of going to press.

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Award-winning experiences Every year the Remarkable East Yorkshire Tourism Awards (REYTAs) are handed out to the best of the best. They celebrate the quality of visitor experiences our region has to offer, so why not try some for yourself?

Experience…

Cheers!

The Wolds and beyond have so much to offer, whether you’re looking for a great theatrical experience, or a wildlife spectacular.

There are great bars, pubs and inns across our area where you can enjoy locally produced beverages.

Try a pint from the Wold Top Brewery, whose ever-growing range of beers wins awards year on year; or visit East Yorkshire’s ‘hidden gem’, North Frodingham’s familyrun Great Newsome Brewery, and discover the stories behind Jem’s Stout, Prickly Back Otchan, or one of their other intriguingly-named brews.

There’s music, dance, drama and comedy all year round at Bridlington Spa, one of the region’s premiere entertainment venues – recent offerings range from The Last Shadow Puppets to The Pirates of Penzance.

The world-famous Hull Truck Theatre offers highly acclaimed groundbreaking productions, comedy, dance, opera and cinema.

Stay…

Eat…

Enjoy…

Whether you’re looking for a self-catering cottage or a welcoming B&B, we’ve a fabulous range of accommodation on offer.

Yorkshire has more Michelinstarred restaurants than any other region outside London, and one of them, the Pipe and Glass, is right in the heart of the Wolds at South Dalton.

There’s always something going on around the Wolds – this year, more than ever, with 365 days of celebrations right across the region.

Award winners include Burton Constable Holiday Park, set amid a beautiful arboretum and near to the Elizabethan Burton Constable Hall, with its historic walled garden; the picturesque Georgian red-brick Wold Cottage, near Driffield; the welcoming Broadgate Farm Cottages, near Beverley, which feature luxury accommodation in the newly-converted Cart House; or Beverley’s elegant Tickton Grange Hotel.

Elsewhere, enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean at the fabulous 1884 Wine and Tapas Bar overlooking Hull Marina; delicious homemade cakes and more at the Folly Lake Café, set in a log cabin overlooking the lake for which it’s named; and fine dining at the stylish Black Horse at Little Weighton, near Cottingham, which features regular tasting evenings.

And one of the jewels in the crown of the Yorkshire coast is the RSPB reserve at Bempton where, each spring, over a quarter of a million seabirds flock to breed, providing an avian spectacle of worldclass quality.

And if you prefer a decent glass of wine, treat yourself to a bottle from one of the area’s award-winning vineyards, some of the most northerly in the country.

Not to be missed is Beverley Food Festival, an autumn event held in the centre of this picturesque and historic town, with over 100 stalls offering tempting treats both sweet and savoury.

For music-lovers, Hull’s Trinity Festival is a must-visit. The festival features the finest emerging talent from the region, plus guest headliners: last year’s were Clean Cut Kid and The Hoosiers.

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Artistic Inspiration Be inspired by David Hockney’s favourite East Yorkshire landscapes

Galleries across the Wolds and Beyond

Big spaces are something of a speciality on the Wolds, so it’s not surprising that the landscapes around here have inspired some of the most iconic and recognisable images in modern British art by one of our greatest living artists – David Hockney.

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But David Hockney isn’t the only artist to seek inspiration from our stunning region – there are dozens of others working in styles and media to suit all artistic tastes: www.eastridingartists.co.uk

And the Wolds is home to its very own open air gallery – the fabulous Wander art trail is the first of its kind in the country – a 79-mile national walking trail studded with fascinating sculptures and intriguing art installations see page 16.

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So fond of the Wolds is David Hockney that he has given his blessing to a Hockney Trail which will guide you to and around some of his favourite locations – see if you can spot the landmarks that have influenced him: www.visithullandeastyorkshire.com/yorkshire-wolds/hockney.aspx

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Have your cake and eat it!

The Yorkshire Wolds is perfect farming country for both crops and livestock, while our geography and coastline mean game and seafood also thrive.

We love food!

Farmers’ markets

It really is one of life’s great pleasures, whether it’s a mug of tea taken outdoors during a hike or a sophisticated dinner at a fine dining restaurant.

You’ll find the best produce anywhere at our many enticing farmers’ markets.

Food is important to us Yorkshire folk, and on the Wolds we have our own organisation to champion it. The East Yorkshire Local Food Network will guide you around the many and varied producers of fabulous food and drink in the region, including butchers and bakers, farm shops and breweries, award-winning smokehouses and specialist chorizo makers.

Our tea rooms, cafes and restaurants don’t have to travel far to find the best ingredients to create delicious meals and snacks.

If you prefer to cook for yourself, take an inspiring trip to one of the many food festivals, farmers’ markets, farm shops and bakeries across the region, including a harvest food festival held in ‘Yorkshire’s Food Capital’, Malton, in the autumn.

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Great bread is, thankfully, getting easier to find. Many small bakeries across the region now offer a selection of artisan loaves - or, if you’re one of the increasing numbers of enthusiastic home bread bakers, visit East Yorkshire’s only working windmill. At Skidby Windmill, near Cottingham you can see your flour being produced before you buy it.

Stuck in a culinary rut and need some foodie inspiration?

We’ve two fabulous cookery schools in the area – the warm and welcoming Yorkshire Wolds Cookery School www.yorkshirewolds cookeryschool.co.uk in the heart of the Wolds at Southburn, near Driffield while the stylish Malton Cookery School is in the town centre. www.maltoncookery school.co.uk

Ryedale Market Cattle market – last Saturday of each month (not December), 8.30am-12.30pm Malton Food Market Town centre – second Saturday of each month South Cave Farmers’ Market & Crafts Primary school – second Saturday of each month, 8.30am-noon Humber Bridge Viewing area – first Saturday of each month (to April 2017) Please contact Tel 01430 860070 for more details beyond April.

Find them all, and more, at the EYLFN website: www.enjoyeastyorks-food.co.uk

Love to eat, and enjoy the luxury of eating out? We’ve something for everyone, from simple tea rooms to restaurants offering the best in fine dining.

Hornsea Local Market Cinema Street – fourth Saturday of each month 9.30am – 1.30pm

Great Yorkshire food These days, Yorkshire is a mustvisit destination for food lovers.

Malton is now known nationwide as the county’s food capital. It has a great range of cafes, shops and restaurants, and regular food festivals featuring demos from internationally renowned chefs – and don’t miss a visit to Talbot Yard, home to the UK’s very first butter boutique, Butterbees: www.maltonyorkshire.co.uk.

September brings with it the award-winning Cottingham Food and Drink Festival – leading local chefs will help celebrate the best local produce, which visitors can then buy at the many stalls: www.eyevents.co.uk/events/ cottingham-food-and-drinkfestival Each October, visitors flock to the Beverley Food Festival.

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A Big Wolds Welcome!

That’s what you’ll get, whatever the season or the weather, in the friendly towns across the Yorkshire Wolds.

There are no overwhelming cities in this area – just a whole load of beautiful towns, packed with vibrant independent shops, tearooms, inns and restaurants, lovely churches, museums and other heritage attractions, and all just begging to be explored on foot, by bicycle, or by car.

Many of them have cycling or walking trails on offer, and most have annual events and festivals – see page 2829 for further details.

Beautiful Beverley really does have something for everyone, from the culture vulture to the retail therapy junkie. Its soaring Minster is considered one of the most beautiful in the country, and its Georgian Quarter is packed with listed buildings. Shoppers can find big high street names alongside independent oneoffs, and the new Flemingate leisure and retail destination includes a six-screen cinema.

The town’s Westwood area is home to one of the UK’s favourite racecourses, and theatre-goers will enjoy the excellent East Riding Theatre.

Historic Driffield is the capital of the Wolds. The characterful market town has great shops, cafes and pubs, and each summer holds the largest oneday agricultural show in the UK at the Driffield Showground.

The new Mortimer Trail follows the footsteps of pioneering Victorian archaeologist John Mortimer, who excavated over 400 prehistoric ‘barrows’, or burial mounds, on the Wolds. History buffs will also enjoy Driffield as a base to visit some of the unique properties nearby, including Georgian Sledmere House and Elizabethan Burton Agnes Hall.

It has a rich maritime history – yet Goole is quite some way inland, located on the River Humber, west of Hull. Find out more about the ‘port in green fields’, as it’s known, at the Yorkshire Waterways Museum, or follow the outdoor art trail celebrating the life and work of the town’s ‘Pierhead Painter’, Reuben Chappell.

Once famous throughout Europe for its horse fair, these days Howden is an attractive market town with some intriguing architecture, not least its magnificent Grade I listed Minster, and the more modest, but historically important, Church of the Sacred heart, an early work by Joseph Hansom, later designer of the hansom cab. A unique R100 Airship Trail tells the story of the town’s part in British aircraft history, including its connection with Barnes Wallis, creator of the bouncing bomb – the town also has a pub named after him.

A must-visit destination for foodies nationwide, Malton holds regular food markets and festivals which attract culinary luminaries such as Jay Rayner, Antonio Carluccio, and prominent chef’s from the surrounding area. The fine family-owned Art Deco Palace cinema, and arts venue the Milton Rooms, both add to the town’s charm.

Close by is Eden Camp a multi-award winning modern history themed museum housed within the grounds of an original World War II prisoner of war camp.

Market Weighton was listed in the Domesday Book as ‘Wicstun’, and has notable architecture ranging from Norman to Victorian. The town was home to ‘Yorkshire Giant’ William Bradley who, at 7 feet 9 inches tall, was England’s tallest-ever man – he’s still celebrated by a walking trail in the town, and by an annual festival. Nearby Kiplingcotes holds the oldest annual horse race in the English sporting calendar, dating from 1519, on the third Thursday in March.

Pretty Pocklington isn’t known as the ‘Gateway to the Wolds’ for nothing – it’s at the centre of a network of many excellent cycling trails that tie the area together.

It has a thriving arts scene, and is home to the national water lily collection at Burnby Hall Gardens and Museum – spectacular between June and July.

Walk one of the many routes that surround Snaith, a market town with Walkers are Welcome status, before enjoying a pint at the historic Old Mill Brewery, located in a picturesque 18th century mill building. The village’s beautiful church is Grade I listed, with Norman and Early English features.

Market Days Beverley Saturday and Wednesday

Driffield Thursday

Malton Saturday

Bridlington Wednesday, Saturday and Bank Hols

Hedon Wednesday

Pocklington Tuesday

Hornsea Fourth Saturday of the month

Skirlington Sunday and Bank Hols

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Wolds Villages The Yorkshire Wolds is a compact crescent of rolling chalky countryside studded with picturesque and historic villages, each one a gem in its own right. If you can’t decide which to visit, why not follow the route of one of two fascinating trails? The Wolds Valley Heritage Trail and the Pilgrimage of Grace Heritage Walk both incorporate some fascinating village stops.

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Follow in the footsteps of the great rebellion of 1536. This 8½ mile section of the Pilgrimage of Grace trail is part of a wider heritage project that aims to promote the dramatic story of the Tudor rebellion that threatened to knock Henry VIII off the throne. It’s a walk with a story that links key personalities and events whilst taking in some the outstanding scenery and picturesque villages of the East Yorkshire Wolds.

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Warter’s name is probably familiar to most people these days because of David Hockney’s biggest ever painting, the epic Bigger Trees Near Warter – you can still visit the very trees that inspired the artist, despite rumours to the contrary! But there’s more to the village than that, including the Yorkshire Wolds Heritage Centre, in the deconsecrated Grade II listed St James’ Church, which showcases the landscapes and history of the Wolds, suggests some great walks, and is home to some beautiful stained glass.

Great Wold Valley Heritage Trail Nunburnholme

There’s another St James’ Church in Nunburnholme, the next stop along the Pilgrimage of Grace – this one, with elements of Norman, Early English, Decorated and Victorian architecture, is Grade I listed. Nunburnholme was also once the site of Yorkshire’s poorest nunnery, founded in the 13th century.

Kilnwick Percy

Next stop is Kilnwick Percy, where the stunning Hall, built between the 16th and early 19th centuries has for the last 30 years been home to the Buddhist Madhyamaka Kadampa Meditation Centre.

Visitors are welcomed to the hall, and can explore the extensive grounds with woodland walks, parkland and lake, and enjoy the World Peace Café.

You can visit nine villages along the 11.5 mile Great Wold Valley Heritage Trail: Wharram-le-Street, Duggleby, Kirby Grindalythe, West Lutton, East Lutton, Helperthorpe, Weaverthorpe, Butterwick and Foxholes. Each village has interpretation panels looking at the heritage and local interest, geology and geography of the route. The trail also examines the human occupation of the Great Wold Valley, highlighting the importance of the Gypsey Race stream for settlers.

Wharram-le-Street

Just one mile south of the still-inhabited Wharram-le Street is Wharram Percy,the most famous and one of the best preserved of Britain’s 3,000 or so known deserted medieval villages. For over half a century, archaeologists have pioneered new techniques here to understand what life was like back then and why the village was eventually deserted in the early 1500s after six centuries of continuous human occupation.

Also nearby is Wharram Quarry Nature Reserve, cared for by the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.

Its chalky landscape makes it home to many species including gorgeous orchids and butterflies.

The Luttons

West and East Lutton, just half a mile apart, were recorded in the Domesday Book as a single settlement. These pretty villages provide wonderful opportunities to walk the Wolds, and are key villages on the Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route.

Weaverthorpe

The Gypsey Race, the most northerly chalk stream in England and crucial to the development of the Great Wold Valley villages, runs along the main street in Weaverthorpe. Also a great centre for walkers and cyclists, the village has a couple of welcoming and historic pubs.

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Go Geocaching

Get ready to ramble!

Enjoy great family fun.

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They say every journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. Our Wolds walks are a bit less daunting, but still challenging, so there’s no excuse – let’s get out there and do it!

Try the Yorkshire Wolds Way official Geocache trail at Market Weighton top10trails.com/yorkshirewolds-way/2 for details.

Join one of our regular Geocache Treasure Hunt days and learn to geocache while searching for hidden goodies!

It’s one of the best forms of exercise. You don’t need a lot of complicated equipment, and anyone can do it. So why not take a walk on the wonderful Wolds?

Taking you right through the heart of the lovely Wolds, the 79 miles of the Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail stretches from the busy town of Hessle on the River Humber in the south, to the beautiful beaches and Edwardian splendour of Filey on the north east coast, via the most glorious countryside.

And if you fancy enhancing the challenge a little further, hop off the Wolds Trail at Filey and straight onto the 109-mile Cleveland Way, which takes

The Wolds are perfect walking country. The well-drained landscape is usually dry underfoot, and the gentle hills offer a range of walks to suit any ability, with gorgeous views thrown in. Read on for our top tips on planning your Wolds walk…

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Just 50 spectacular miles separate two internationally important and inspiring churches, the minsters at Beverley and York – walk them on the splendid Minster Way. Visit minsterway.btck.co.uk for more information.

Beginning and ending at the lovely market town of Pocklington, the Chalkland Way is a 40-mile circular route taking in some of the area’s prettiest villages: chalklandway.btck. co.uk

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And for more great short walks, visit top10trails.com. A series of inspiring walks handpicked from the Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail route, these days out highlight the nature and heritage of the area, and include one that ends with fish and chips in Filey – what could be nicer?

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More than 250 routes pass through the towns, villages and countryside of the lovely East Riding of Yorkshire. Find them all, plus information on how to stay healthy and safe while you’re out and about here: walkingtheriding.co.uk

Fifteen fantastic circular routes, all beautifully illustrated by a local artist feature in our Walk the Wolds packs, available to buy from Tourist Information Centres across the region. The walks are of varying lengths and aimed at all abilities, taking in plenty of the area’s breathtaking scenery.

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Short Walks and Best days out on Family-Friendly Routes the Wolds Even if you’re new to walking, the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds Way, part of the network of National Trails, offers many ‘Try a Trail’ easy access day walks. You can print off maps, directions and guide leaflets at nationaltrail.co.uk/yorkshirewolds-way/leaflets

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A first time visit to the Yorkshire Wolds often comes as a surprise. The outstanding quality of the landscape is a truly wonderful discovery.

The peace and quiet of the area brings a welcome respite from the pressures of everyday life. This is a very special landscape.

Here lies chalk - shaped over millions of years into a combination of hidden and lush green dry chalk valleys and wide open field tops, where the views stretch out for miles and miles.

The Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail gives you a chance to walk some or even all 79 miles on a journey across this unique piece of countryside.

And let’s not forget the wildlife – as in any visit you are almost sure to spot hares on the ground – and red kites in the sky. At the same time don’t miss some of the dramatic artworks from the WANDER – art along the Yorkshire Wolds Way project.

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Along the way you will discover how the rich layers of countryside are complemented by the heritage of the Yorkshire Wolds, such as the parkland of Londesborough and the deserted medieval village of Wharram Percy.

The great thing about the Yorkshire Wolds Way is that it is a good route if you are new to countryside walking. There are plenty of easy sections, which we have details of on our website, and because it is a National Trail the signing is superb, so you won’t get lost easily! There are also plenty of short circular walks along the route that will give you a flavour of this area.

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“We use the ‘walkingtheriding’ website for planning our monthly walks, it’s easy to use with useful easy to follow, downloadable maps. We have also recommended the site to many guests of our walking group from other areas of the country who are impressed with how easy it is to access details for so many walks in our area”.

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Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route

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For a cycle touring trip over several days that’s ideal for novices and adventurous families, try following the 146 well signed miles of the Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route. It links small market towns, picturesque villages with such scenery as the dramatic cliffs of Flamborough Head, the lovely valleys around Thixendale and Millington, and the medieval gem of Beverley cycleyorkshirewolds.com

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Trans Pennine Trail The Trans Pennine Trail runs coast to Coast for 215 miles between Hornsea and Southport.

Cycle it, walk it, ride it but most of all enjoy it. transpenninetrail.org.uk

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Find a of selection of routes and free downloads at: visithullandeastyorkshire.com If you’d prefer to leave the car at home, you can put your bike on a train to reach the rides from Bridlington and Beverley, as well as those from Driffield, Hunmanby and Malton/Norton where there are bike shops, friendly cafes, tearooms and pubs.

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You can literally see for miles across this gently rolling and colorful chalkland landscape, or be winding your way through a hidden dry valley – just some of the features painted by the internationally acclaimed artist David Hockney, who himself first discovered the Yorkshire Wolds on a bicycle.

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The panels look at the history and natural history of the area, including the importance of the Gypsey Race, the most northerly chalk stream in England: visitryedale.co.uk

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The seaside town of Bridlington has again been selected as one of the six start and finish towns for the 2017 race at the end of April letour.yorkshire.com.

A map of the Yorkshire Wolds Cycle Route (YWCR) is featured on page 22 and if you want to try a family friendly ride from the YWCT at Market Weighton to Beverley and back turn to page 24 for details.

These routes are all part of the National Cycle Network, a series of safe, traffic-free paths and quiet on-road cycling and walking routes that connect to every major town and city now stretching to over 14,000 miles sustrans.org.uk

The 11.5 mile long Great Wold Valley Heritage Trail features nine information panels as it leads you through nine beautiful Yorkshire Wolds villages, starting at Wharram-le-Street and ending in Foxholes.

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Both Bridlington and Beverley feature on two of the area’s Big Skies Bike Rides, a great selection of circular day rides (17-24 miles) across the Yorkshire Wolds on quiet country lanes and cycle paths for some of the country’s best big skies and back roads cycling at a slower pace.

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Cycling is proving to be a freewheeling success in our area gaining prominence when Bridlington hosted the start of the inaugural Tour de Yorkshire in 2015 followed by the start of stage 1 departing from Beverley Race course before heading out over the Yorkshire Wolds in 2016.

The Yorkshire Wolds route includes parts of the very popular 170 mile Way of the Roses coast2coast route between Morecambe on Lancashire’s Irish Sea coast and Bridlington on Yorkshire’s North Sea coast. It also provides links with historic York via Stamford Bridge - wayoftheroses.info

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Big G Sportive 22 July Keep an eye on britishcycling. org.uk/events for updates and other cycling events. For general events see page 28-29.

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Take a ride from Market Weighton, the heart of East Yorkshire Goodmanham Wold

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Goodmanham Lodge

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Springwell Field

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Countryside Officer (01482) 395204 Humberside Police 0845 6060 222 Tourist Information (01482) 640852 East Riding of Yorkshire Council 24 Hour Call Centre (01482) 393939 www.eastriding.gov.uk/countrysideaccess

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Stewart’s Burnby Hall Wolds Way Lavender Gardens and Museum Feel yourself relax as you

history, houses and gardens

Home to the glorious national water lily collection, the gardens at Burnby Hall have been awarded the prestigious Yorkshire in Bloom Gold Award for the past seven years. The gardens also feature a rockery, stumpery, a Victorian garden and a secret garden. The Stewart Museum is dedicated to the extraordinary life and collections of 20th century man of action Major Percy Marlborough Stewart.

The beauty of the Wolds and the surrounding landscapes have always attracted people to the area, with the result that it’s home to some of the UK’s finest stately homes, and many other historic attractions, too.

Sewerby Hall and Gardens

Extensive gardens, a museum, a mini zoo, and regular exhibitions, concerts and other events, Sewerby Hall really does have something for everyone. The Grade I listed early Georgian house, with its stunning cliff-top location, was recently refurbished to allow visitors to see it as it would have been around 1900. It’s also home to an important collection of memorabilia about the Hull-born aviatrix Amy Johnson.

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Wharram Percy

The largest and best known of Britain’s deserted medieval villages, Wharram Percy still features a ruined church, recreated fishpond, and the ghostly outlines of many lost houses from the 12th and 14th centuries, before its final abandonment in about 1500.

The Scampston Estate

Burton Constable Hall

An Elizabethan gem set within 300 acres of natural parkland, Burton Constable Hall has an extensive collection of fine furniture and art. You can also meet ‘Constable Moby’ – the skeleton of a 58-foot long sperm whale stranded on a nearby beach in 1825 and believed to have been the inspiration for Herman Melville’s Moby Dick. It is now on display in the Great Barn.

breathe in the heavenly scent of this family-run lavender and herb farm, which includes beds made especially accessible for the disabled.

Popular attractions at the farm include a living willow giant games maze and the Wolds Way Light Railway. And, of course, you can take home a lavender product, or your very own plant.

Burton Agnes Hall

Described as one of the 20 best English houses, alongside Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace and Chatsworth House, Burton Agnes Hall has for 15 generations been home to the same family, which has filled it with treasures ranging from spectacular carvings commissioned when the hall was built between 1598 and 1610 to French Impressionist masterpieces. You will also find beautiful examples of Georgian furniture and porcelain.

One of the finest Regency stately homes in the area, Scampston Hall boasts a stunning contemporary garden widely regarded as one of the country’s finest, designed by the renowned Dutch plantsman Piet Oudolf.

It was recently the location for the filming of the BBC’s star-studded version of JB Priestley’s An Inspector Calls.

Jackson’s Wold Garden

A real hidden gem, the threeacre family-run Jackson’s Wold Garden sits on the edge of the Wolds and includes a walled garden, kitchen garden with Elizabethan-style knot garden, courtyard, wildflower meadow and woodland walk.

Sledmere House

Still owned by the Sykes family, who built it over 250 years ago, this spectacular Grade I listed Georgian house is set within parkland designed by the great landscape architect and gardener Capability Brown.

Wassand Hall

A fine Regency house with beautiful recently restored walled gardens reached by a woodland walk including an avenue of newly planted Norwegian Maples, with stunning views of Hornsea Mere.

Scrayingham churchyard

Born in nearby Howsham the transport pioneer known as the ‘Railway King’, George Hudson, is buried in the graveyard at Scrayingham Church. It was Hudson who convinced George Stephenson to construct a railway route through York, resulting in it becoming a major centre of the industry.

Yorkshire Wolds Railway

Based at Fimber Halt on the former Driffield to Malton line, East Yorkshire’s only heritage railway offers steam buffs a glimpse into the past. The visitor centre is a cosmetically restored British Railway MK1 full brake coach, and you can enjoy a cab ride along the 300-ft demonstration line in the locomotive Sir Tatton Sykes: www.yorkshirewoldsrailway. org.uk

Open sesame!

Many of the area’s private gardens take part in the National Gardens Scheme, which sees usually unseen gardens open to raise funds for nursing and caring charities: www.ngs.org.uk

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There’s a festival for everyone in 2017

AUGUST

Yorkshire Day, Sewerby Hall & Gardens 1 August

JUNE

Lavender Harvest & Distillation, Wolds Way Lavender 1 – 31 August

In the UK City of Culture year the Yorkshire Wolds and beyond offers visitors a host of events to compliment the year long programme of cultural events taking place in Hull. With everything from music, arts and classic cars to tulips, tours, teddy bears and country fairs. Why not combine a visit to the Yorkshire Wolds with a city experience and have the best of both worlds?

Robert Fuller Exhibition, Thixendale 3 - 25 June

This is a small selection of events in the area. Some may be bookable and charges may apply. It is advisable to check current details before making a journey

Tidal Waves Beach Festival, South Cliff Beach, Bridlington 9 - 10 June

The Great Fairy and Pixie Gathering, Burnby Hall & Gardens 16 August

Bridlington Old Town 1940s Summer Festival 11 June

Tribfest, Sledmere House 17 August

Visit the website visithullandeastyorkshire.com Events take place throughout the season at many of areas attractions, check out individual websites for further details

Hull UK City of Culture 1 January - 31 December www.hull2017.co.uk

Easter Lambing, Sledmere House 14 - 17 April

Burnby Hall & Gardens www.burnbyhallgardens.com/ index.php?p=events-listing

FEBRUARY

Snowdrop Spectacular, Burton Agnes Hall 4 February - 5 March

World War II Living History Weekend, Eden Camp 15 – 16 April

Burton Constable Hall www.burtonconstable.com/ whats-on

Stage 4 Music Event, Beverley 17 - 19 February

Burton Agnes Hall www.burtonagnes.com/ Whats_On

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition, Treasure House, Beverley 11 February to 22 April

Sewerby Hall www.sewerbyhall.co.uk/ whats-on Sledmere House www.sledmerehouse.com/ whats-on Bridlington Spa www.thespabridlington.com

MARCH

Orchid Festival, Burton Agnes Hall 4 & 5 March Kiplingcotes Derby 16 March

Castle Howard www.castlehoward.co.uk/ whats-on

APRIL

Scampston Hall www.scampston.co.uk/events

Easter Activities, Sewerby Hall & Gardens 9 - 23 April

Eden Camp www.edencamp.co.uk/visit/ events

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JANUARY

Easter Trail, Burton Agnes Hall 8 - 23 April

Bunny Comes to Burnby Burnby Hall and Gardens 14 & 16 April

Easter Egg Hunt, Burton Agnes Hall 16 & 17 April Beverley Races 19 April - 26 September Info beverley-racecourse.co.uk Tulip Festival, Burnby Hall & Gardens 29 April - 13 May

MAY

Vintage Car Rally, Burton Agnes Hall 14 May Pickering Game & Country Fair, Scampston Park 20 & 21 May Beverley Early Music Festival 30th Anniversary 25 - 29 May Malton Food Festival 27 – 28 May

Goole Beach Day 5 August

Beverley Folk Festival 16 - 18 June

Big Picnic, Sewerby Hall & Gardens 20 August

Flowers Festival Castle Howard 29 June – 2 July

Cottingham Folk Festival 25 – 27 August

Jazz and Blues Festival, Burton Agnes Hall 30 June - 2 July

Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Burnby Hall & Gardens 30 August

JULY

SEPTEMBER

The Humber Bridge Soapbox Derby 1 July Beside the Seaside, Burnby Hall & Gardens 1 July - 10 September Malton Show 2 July Howden Agricultural Show 2 July Staxonbury Music Festival, Staxton 7 – 9 July Platform Festival, Pocklington 12 – 15 July Ryedale Festival, various venues 14 – 30 July Driffield Agricultural Show 19 July Folksail Festival, Waterways Museum, Goole 29 – 30 July

OCTOBER

Beverley Food Festival 1 October Heritage Walks, Snaith 22 – 29 October Musical Firework Spectacular, Sledmere House 28 October Michaelmas Fair, Burton Agnes Hall 28 & 29 October Bridlington Scooter Rally 27 – 28 October

NOVEMBER

Spooky Woodland Trail, Burton Agnes Hall 1 - 5 November Robert Fuller Winter Art Exhibition, Thixendale 4 – 25 November Festival of Food & Drink, Beverley Minster 25 November

Snaith and Cowick Heritage Day 9 September

DECEMBER

Malton Harvest Food Festival 9 September

Beverley Festival of Christmas 10 December

Snaith Christmas Market 2 December

Yorkshire Wolds Walking and Outdoor Festival 9 -17 September Festival of the Horse, Sledmere House 10 September Cornucopia Music Festival at Burton Constable Hall 22 - 24 September Beverley Chamber Music Festival 27- 30 September Cottingham Food and Drink Festival 17 September

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Bitterns, bearded tits and marsh harriers all make their homes in the reedbeds at Blacktoft Sands, alongside the resident conservation grazing Konik ponies.

Home to some of Britain’s most iconic wildlife, East Yorkshire is the natural destination for any wildlife lover. With a huge array of Springwatch worthy wildlife encounters to choose from, when will you discover Yorkshire’s wild side? www.yorkshirenaturetriangle.org.uk

Between April and July, marvel at over 250,000 seabirds at RSPB Bempton Cliffs and YWT Flamborough Cliffs. Colourful puffins, raucous kittiwakes and soaring gannets all top the bill at one of the most accessible seabird colonies in the UK.

Avocet

Having successfully colonised the Yorkshire Wolds, red kites are a regular sight on the skyline.

Underfoot, the chalky soil is perfect for wildflower displays, at their most impressive in June and July. Top spots for orchids include Flamborough Cliffs and the Hudson Way footpath.

Wetland wonders

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Nestled in the heart of the countryside, Tophill Low is a haven for otters, water voles, kingfishers and barn owls.

While away the day exploring the many viewing hides and the watery panorama from the new welcome centre, or tread your path amongst the orchid meadows and butterfly-filled woodland glades.

Take a boat trip and peer up at the towering chalk cliffs – the Yorkshire Belle or North Landing Boat Tours.

Hop over the headland to the Living Seas Centre at South Landing for the latest whale and dolphin sightings, or take part in a rockpooling seashore safari with a friendly marine expert.

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Go on puffin patrol or a seashore safari

Just a half hour’s drive away, the ever growing North Cave Wetlands has an impressive reputation for wildlife, offering close up views of breeding avocet and dragonflies during spring and summer, with huge flocks of waders and waterfowl during winter.

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Booming bitterns and awesome avocets

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Hull isn’t just on the map for 2017 – every spring and autumn, thousands of birds use the Humber Estuary as a vast aerial motorway, with YWT Spurn acting as the last stop before the continent.

Visit this unique peninsula to seek out amazing wildlife, climb to the top of the Spurn lighthouse (pictured) or even go on safari on one of the 4x4 guided trips. YWT Kilnsea Wetlands, just 5 minutes up the road, is a natural stop off in your day.

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Very close to Spurn, a great spot for roosting waders in winter and breeding waders in summer, along with the neighbouring rare little tern colony.

With something to see all year round, this large nature reserve is home to otters, kingfishers and barn owls and is a magnet for huge numbers of overwintering birds.

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Local Nature Reserve is a haven for people and wildlife set amongst woods, meadows, ponds and cliffs with views over the River Humber and towering Humber Bridge. The reserve supports a wide and varied range of wildlife.

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LOVE TO BE ACTIVE? The Yorkshire Wolds and Beyond isn’t just beautiful: its also a destination for those who love to be active.

The Wolds is perfect for walking, cycling or horseriding, and also offers great watersports, notably at Allerthorpe Watersports Activity Centre, near Pocklington, and at Hornsea Mere, Yorkshire’s largest freshwater lake, offering sailing, rowing, fishing and motor boat trips. It’s also an RSPB reserve, so great bird watching is pretty much guaranteed.

Active Coast

Whether you want to hit the beach for some volleyball, follow the Mile Marker trails, or enjoy one of the many exciting events, there’s something for everyone.

Check out the new’Active Coast’ initiative, launching at Easter 2017 – keep an eye on www.visithulland eastyorkshire.com/ activecoast to see what’s on.

Or for fantastic aerial views of that patchwork landscape, why not take to the skies in a glider?

The Wolds boasts several superb trail rides, and a variety of equestrian centres. For all the info you need, check out: www.rideyorkshire.org/ region/east-yorkshire-andwolds Wolds Riding located between the East Yorkshire villages of Huggate and North Dalton offer superb hacking in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds countryside. Hacks can be tailored to your wishes; introductory quiet walk rides through woodland and on farm tracks for the less confident, to exhilarating long canters for the more adventurous. www.woldsriding.co.uk Who doesn’t love messing about in boats? At Beverley Boat Hire, you can do just that on one of the most peaceful navigable stretches of water in the county, whether you prefer a leisurely rowing boat or a more highoctane motor boat: www.beverleyboathire.co.uk

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The Wolds from the air has to be one of nature’s most beautiful sights. Make sure you see the landscape from above with a thrilling session in a glider. The Wolds Gliding Club is widely regarded as being one of the best in Europe, and offers everything from individual trial lessons to summer evening parties for up to 30 with a professionally catered barbecue after the flights: www.wolds-gliding.com Golf Passport If golf is your thing, then the Wolds and surrounding area is definitely the place for you. The innovative East Yorkshire Golf Passport is a great way to play the four premium courses in the area, at Hainsworth Park, Hornsea, Beverley and Driffield. And the Golf Coast Passport, administered by the Bridlington Belvedere Golf Club, offers a similar deal with six of Yorkshire’s finest golf courses, all within a short distance of each other.

More than just a day out in Bridlington

Sewerby Hall and Gardens

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A day on the beach

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Walking & outdoors festival 9th - 17th September 2017

Snaith & Cowick

The Gateway to East Yorkshire The Manor of Snaith and Cowick was in existence by the time of the Domesday Book (1086) although, whilst Snaith is mentioned three times – as Esneid, Esnoid and Esnoit – there seems to be no reference to Cowick. Unfortunately, there is also no detailed entry for Snaith, possibly because it was a royal manor and reserved for the support of William’s household at the time of Domesday.

In medieval times, Cowick continued to belong to the King and, in fact, was Edward II’s centre of Government for a time, with the Ordinance of Cowick being signed there in the 1300’s.

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(The Kings moat, site for the hunting lodge can still be seen today) It subsequently became part of the estates of the Duchy of Lancaster and then of the Dawney family.

An entry in the Universal British Directory of 1791 lists Cowick as being a large village near the conflux of the Don and Aire Rivers. It was the seat of the Right Honourable Lord Viscount Downe and was within half a mile of a moat, cellar and small remains of a castle, said to be a seat of John of Gaunt, Duke of Lancaster.

This fabulous festival offers superb activities that will appeal to families, casual walkers and enthusiasts alike, all in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds.

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Take your pick from guided walks, cycle rides, horse rides, special interest walks and activities.

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www.theyorkshirewolds.com Wolds Gliding Club The Airfield, Pocklington, YO42 1NP Tel: 01759 303579 (office open Wed, Sat, Sun 10.00 – 16.00) Email: office@wolds-gliding.com Web: www.wolds-gliding.com Yes, you can fly like a bird! Enjoy the thrill of soaring over the Vale of York and Yorkshire Wolds at the controls of one of our modern two-seater training gliders with a BGA qualified gliding instructor.

We fly Wednesday to Sunday all year round and every day in summer, weather permitting.

As a visitor you can fly • a s a Day Member (from £45, includes 3 months trial club membership**) – no booking, just come in and get your name on the flying list • w ith a Voucher (from £90, includes 3 months trial club membership**) – with a booked time/date at weekends - and a Voucher makes a great gift for a special person • o n an Evening Visit (£22) – if you book with a group of 10 or more

Pocklington On the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds and the Vale of York, Pocklington is an ancient settlement with a weekly Tuesday market dating back to 1245 and a noted selection of independent shops.

Pocklington has a vibrant cultural scene with events and festivals occurring throughout the year. The festivals include Flying Man, Little Fest, Platform and Tulip at Burnby Hall Gardens and Museum. There are sporting events such as Rugby 7’s, The Snake 10 mile run and the Pock Pedal.

Pocklington Arts Centre has a programme of live music, comedy and theatre and has recently undergone a major refurbishment in time for 2017.

Known as the Gateway to the Wolds. It is a Walkers are Welcome town and cycling centre, with numerous short and long distance routes to enjoy; including the Yorkshire Wolds Way national trail and the Way of the Roses cycle route.

The town prides itself on its rich heritage, warm welcome and excellent facilities for visitors and residents alike.

For more information go to www.pocklington.gov.uk

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With our own airfield at the foot of the Wolds, an extensive fleet of aircraft and a modern clubhouse and facilities conveniently situated on the A1079 Hull-York road at Pocklington, Wolds Gliding Club is the perfect place to try gliding.

Just call us, call in or book through our website and you could soon be flying like a bird! And who knows? – it’s how many of our members got started..... **trial club membership - up to five further visits

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This Spring discover the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds for yourself.

Choose from a wide variety of superb activities and events that will appeal to families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Howden is charmingly quaint, with a wealth of history and its awe-inspiring Minster, historical buildings, cobbled streets, a selection of smaller independent shops, along with a Friday Market at the Shire Hall - for a relaxing browse or a night of entertainment regularly hosted here.

There are a number of beautiful tea rooms, cafes, public houses and eateries. The Ashes playing field, Howden Marsh Local Nature Reserve and Heritage Trails offer a tranquil break from the bustle - there really is something here for everyone.

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Meet & Eat at The Wheel The Waterwheel Tearoom this amazing new

venue in Howden overlooking a 19th Century Waterwheel.

The Waterwheel Tearoom owned and designed in 50’s Retro by committed car enthusiasts is perfect for car club meetings, rally waypoints or just great food when you’re out on a run.

Opens in February 2017 for breakfast, lunch, high teas and the Tearoom will have its own fresh bakery. Located just 3 miles from the M62 junction 37 call us to book or just turn up there’s plenty of parking.

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The Waterwheel Tearoom A63 Howden Rd

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EAST YORKSHIRE ATTRACTIONS Turn your break into an experience you won’t forget with a visit to one of the areas fantastic attractions or try out a new activity.

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Magnificent 18th century architecture | breathtaking parkland with lakes, fountains, temples and statues | walled

From easy going to exhilarating, you are bound to find something that appeals to you.

garden with rose collection and potager | stunning vistas and secluded woodland walks | exhibitions and events | lakeside adventure playground |

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a choice of cafés | gift shops,

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farm shop and garden centre.

Burton Agnes Hall & Gardens Burton Agnes, Driffield, YO25 4NB Tel: 01262 490324 Email: office@burtonagnes.com Magnificent Elizabethan house filled with treasures collected over four centuries. Award winning gardens offering something for everyone – maze, giant games, plants galore. Café, shops, plant sales, children’s corner.

For opening times and prices please visit our website www.burtonagnes.com

‘One of the world’s top ten greatest mansions and grand houses’

www.castlehoward.co.uk Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA

LONELY PLANET

Burton Constable Hall and Gardens Skirlaugh, Nr Hull, HU11 4LN Tel: 01964 562400 Web: www.burtonconstable.com Whales, Wonders and Woodland Wildlife: East Yorkshire’s ‘hidden gem’. Meander upstairs and downstairs through 30 evocative grand rooms filled with fine art and furniture, visit the stable lad’s bedchamber, blacksmith’s shop, tack rooms and the restored workings of the 18th century stable clock and of course see the skeleton of a 60’ sea monster. Explore the historic grounds, with their woodland and parkland walks, follow the wildlife trail or just find a favourite spot to relax in this glorious setting.

The Stables Tearoom and Gift shop - the perfect place to start and end your visit with delicious homemade food and quirky gifts.

Burnby Hall Gardens and Museum The Balk, Pocklington, East Yorkshire, YO42 2QF Tel: 01759 307125 Web: www.burnbyhallgardens.com Email: info@burnbyhallgardens.com Situated of the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds, the Gardens’ lakes are home to a National Collection of over 100 varieties of Hardy Water Lily and ornamental fish. The 9 acre Gardens include a Victorian garden, a rock garden, a stumpery and a secret garden.

The Stewart Museum contains a variety of fascinating artefacts collected by Major Percy Stewart, many of which are recognised

by UNESCO as being of national and international importance.

Events days and Brass Band concerts are held throughout the year.

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Allied Air Forces Memorial

The Robert Fuller Gallery Fotherdale Farm, Thixendale, North Yorkshire, YO179LS Tel: 01759 368355 Email: mail@robertefuller.com Web: www.robertefuller.com Browse exquisite paintings and bronze sculpture at top UK wildlife artist Robert E Fuller’s stunning Wolds gallery. Also see displays of his award-winning photographic and video studies of birds and animals from around the world. Robert E Fuller goes to extraordinary lengths to watch wildlife. Visitors gain an insight into this process via live screens relaying action from inside the nests of weasels, stoats, barn owls, kestrels and tawny owls and information boards telling their stories. The artist also holds guided nature walks to see the badgers and owls that have inspired his paintings, as well as falconry and children’s bush craft events.

RSPB Bempton Cliffs Bempton Cliffs, Cliff Lane, Bempton, East Yorkshire YO15 1JF Tel: 01262 422212 Email: bempton.cliffs@rspb.org.uk Web: www.rspb.org.uk/bemptoncliffs

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One of the UK’s top wildlife spectacles and the most accessible seabird colony in the country. In spring and summer, over 250,000 nesting seabirds including puffins and gannets. Visit the Seabird Centre with its exhibition area, shop, food/drink counter and toilet facilities. Six cliff edge viewpoints, nature trail, dramatic cliff top walks, events and activities throughout the year including seabird cruises. See website for details. Centre open: 9.30am-5pm (summer), 9.30am-4pm (winter). Entry: £4.00 adult, £2.00 child, £10.00 family (2 adults, 2 children). RSPB members free. 2-4-1 entry with this ad.

Skidby Mill Beverley Road, Cottingham HU16 5TF, T: 01482 848405 F: 01482 842889 Email: nial.adams@eastriding.gov.uk A working 19th century four-sailed tower mill, a significant heritage landmark; Skidby windmill commands impressive views across the rural countryside of the East Riding of Yorkshire. Family friendly, with fun activities for children. The mill warehouses have been converted to display and explain village life and agricultural practices at the time the windmill was built in 1821. A range of hot and cold food and drinks are available in the cafe, or simply have a relaxed picnic on our landscaped meadow while the children play on the park. Please see our website for opening hours and admission prices. www.museums.eastriding.gov.uk/skidby-mill

Wolds Way Lavender Wintringham, Malton, YO17 8HW Tel: 01944 758641 Email: admin@woldswaylavender.co.uk Web: www.woldswaylavender.co.uk Set on the edge of the picturesque Wolds Way Trail our twelve acre lavender farm is a haven for wildlife. As seen on BBC’s “Million Dollar Intern” our bespoke Lavender Collection is produced from our working distillery. Wander round the nature and wildflower sculpture walk, ride on our miniature railway or simply sit and inhale the intoxicating fragrance of lavender. Giant games maze.

Tea-room, gift shop and plant sales. Fully accessible. Cycle friendly.

Dogs on leads. FREE ADMISSION

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More than just an air museum!

Great for Families / Groups / Schools

• Evocative, authentic wartime airbase NEW • 60 historic aircraft and vehicles FOR 2017: • The only Halifax bomber in Europe Hands-on area with open • Informative, educational exhibitions cockpits!

• 20 acre aircraft park and gardens • Shop and Restaurant

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The Yorkshire Air Museum & Allied Air Forces Memorial has become a favourite destination for visitors to the region and has been regularly awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.

Our extensive exhibitions includes ‘Pioneers of Aviation’, which explores Yorkshire’s aviation heritage as the birthplace of manned flight with Scarborough born Sir George Cayley’s mancarrying glider of 1853. It also features Leeds born Robert Blackburn, who established the first flying school at Filey and then his aircraft factory at Brough, near Hull, thus beginning a long history of aviation manufacture in the region.

We could not forget the amazing, record-breaking Hull born aviator Amy Johnson’s epic solo flights to South Africa and Australia and the exhibition provides a fascinating insight into her exploits. The work of the legendary Sir Barnes Wallis is covered, including a striking interpretation of the ’Bouncing Bomb’ and Dambuster Raids, plus his early connection to Yorkshire with airship building at Howden.

During WWII, East Yorkshire airfields were the backbone of 4 Group Bomber Command, with Halifax bombers taking the war to the German industrial heartland. The Museum houses the definitive national exhibition on Bomber Command, ‘Against the Odds’, which has become a focal point of our many displays.

Pride of place in the collection of over 60 aircraft and vehicles is the unique reconstruction of the Halifax bomber “Friday the 13th”, which flew 128 successful missions with 158 Squadron, based at RAF Lissett, near Bridlington. From the pioneering Cayley Glider, Wright Flyer and Blackburn Mercury Monoplane to the supersonic Mirage III and Tornado jets, the superlative collection spans the history of flight! Seven of our aircraft are in live, engine running condition and perform in our exciting “Thunder Days” and other events and these include the mighty Nimrod MR2 and Victor V-Bomber jets.

New for 2017 is the arrival of the huge Dassault Mirage IVA, which has been gifted to the Museum by the French Government. This iconic Cold War aircraft will be unveiled to the public on 12th April. It will be the only example to be seen outside France and will make a unique pairing with the Mirage III.

Mirage IVA as seen at Musée de la Citié des Sicences.

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Yorkshire Wolds & Beyond Millers Tea Rooms & Farm Shop

EAST YORKSHIRE FOOD & DRINK After building up an appetite in the great outdoors enjoy some great tasting food and a refreshing drink at one of our charming tea rooms, cosy cafes, award

Raywell Park Lodge, Riplingham Road, Raywell, HU16 5YL Tel: 01482 631702 Web: www.millerstearoomandfarmshop.co.uk For a taste of home cooked food freshly prepared from natures table why not drop in on Triple REYTA award-winning Tea Room and Farm Shop in the tranquil setting of Raywell near Cottingham.

Relax and enjoy the comfortable atmosphere of the tea room or enjoy the fresh air on our lovely terrace. Pick up some fresh produce to take home or browse for that perfect gift. Millers is a favourite with walkers and cyclists with a reputation for deliciously indulgent cakes!

winning restaurants and friendly pubs or pack up a picnic full of treats and enjoy a taste of the Yorkshire Wolds.

Goodmanham Arms

Seaways Café Main street, Goodmanham YO43 3JA Tel: 01430 873849 Mob: 07515 535348 Email: abbielogo@aol.co.uk Web: www.goodmanhamarms.co.uk

Fimber Road, Fridaythorpe, Driffield, YO25 9RX Tel: 01377 288203 Fax: 01377 288203 Email: thatcherseaways@btinternet.com Web: www.seawayscafefridaythorpe.co.uk

A traditional Yorkshire country pub at the heart of rural life, serving real ales (some brewed on site) and hearty home cooked food served every lunchtime. Locals, visitors and passing walkers and cyclists all receive a warm welcome and good service. With the addition of a micro brewery and motor bike museum, it’s well worth a visit.

Based in Fridaythorpe close to the Wolds Way Walk 150mtrs along the road to Driffield. A refreshing cup of Yorkshire Tea, homemade cakes, and fruit pie await you. Also hot and cold meals, jackets, sandwiches and all day breakfasts. Locally sourced pies and pasties available. Open everyday 8am until 4pm

NEW FOR 2017 - The Bay Horse, Burythorpe, Nr Malton, YO17 9LJ. Now re-opened serving 8 real ales. Tel: 01653 658302.

The Star @ Sancton The Star, King Street, Sancton, Market Weighton, YO43 4QP Tel: 01430 827269 Email: info@thestaratsancton.co.uk Web: www.thestaratsancton.co.uk Everything that’s great about Yorkshire, under one roof!

A Traditional village pub for drinking & dining. We serve local, high quality food in a relaxed atmosphere. You can pop in for a pint of local micro brewed beer and a local hand raised pork pie, call in for lunch, or spend the evening with us and dine in the restaurant or bar. Much of our menu consists of produce from village allotments and from our own vegetable gardens. We are, and have been since the beginning, devoted to sourcing and using local produce from the East Riding of Yorkshire.

Now at Sheffield, Loxley, West Lane, Loxley Road S6 6SN. Email: sales@langlands-nurseries.co.uk Featuring the award winning “Old Glasshouse Café” www.langlandsgardencentre.co.uk

The Mile - Farm Shop, Smile Cafe & Farm Shop Camping Pocklington, York YO42 1TW Tel: 01759 305420 Mob: 07970 663975 Email: info@themilefarmshop.co.uk Web: www.themilefarmshop.co.uk Facebook pages: www.facebook.com/themilefarmshop /smileplaycafe /famshop camping /fairview apartment We specialise in locally produced and sourced Yorkshire products.

Our Smile Café serves snacks, lunches & scrummy cakes. We have a fantastic play area designed for children under 5 which includes, a play frame with double slide, ball pool & soft mat and an outside seating & play area. Plus an indoor seating within the farm shop.

We can now offer camping and caravanning. Open 7 days a week, please check our facebook pages for up to date opening times.

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Wolds Village Wolds Village, On the Roundabout, Bainton, Nr Driffield YO25 9EF Tel: 01377 217698 Email: info@woldsvillage.co.uk Web: www.woldsvillage.co.uk • Seven award winning ensuite bedrooms with views over open countryside • Lovingly Converted Georgian Farm • Superb locally renowned tearoom & restaurant • Traditional English Fayre with locally sourced ingredients

• Al fresco dining in large attractive courtyard • Gift & food shop in converted stables • Stunning art gallery featuring local artists • Short woodland walk & art trail

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www.theyorkshirewolds.com Highfield Farm & The Yorkshire Wolds Cookery School

EAST YORKSHIRE ACCOMMODATION You will find the Yorkshire Wolds offer so much to see and do, a day is often not enough. Have a relaxing break by choosing from an excellent selection of quality BED & BREAKFAST

SELF CATERING

Highfield Farm, Southburn, Driffield Tel: 01377 270607 Email: info@highfieldfarm.co.uk Web: www.highfieldfarm.co.uk

accommodation including luxury bed and breakfast establishments, beautiful county cottages and farmhouses to caravan and campsites in stunning rural locations.

CARAVAN PARK

Surrounded by farmland and the rolling Yorkshire Wolds, Highfield Farm is the perfect place to relax and unwind. Our 4* Silver accommodation comprises of 9 twin/double rooms a comfortable lounge and private dining room – ideal for private functions and celebrations. Highfield Farm is also home to the award winning Yorkshire Wolds Cookery school – why not combine your stay with a fun and informative cookery lesson!

GLAMPING

The Cross Keys Inn

Thixendale

Laburnum Cottage Bed & Breakfast

Thixendale, Nr Malton, North Yorkshire, Y017 9TG Tel: 01377 288272 Web: www.thixendale.org.uk

North Ferriby

Comfortable accommodation in Millington Village (near Pocklington). Ideal for walkers and cyclists offering guest lounge, en-suite bedrooms with TV/hospitality trays. Diets catered for, washing/drying facilities. Off-road parking, secure cycle store.

Huge garden to enjoy. Free Wi-Fi. Perfect base for great holiday.

The Gait Inn nearby, reduced rates for 2 or more nights.

A warm welcome awaits you!

The Londesborough Arms

Built in the 18th Century this fabulous, family run B&B has 10 ensuite bedrooms (ranging from twin bed to family room). All of our rooms have been renovated whilst keeping the beautiful historical features that set this building apart from others. We offer continental breakfast only which is served “breakfast in bed” style which provides a large selection and allows for a relaxed stay. Our 2 bars serve a variety of Local Real Ales and a selection of Lagers. Dogs, walkers and cyclists all welcome!!

Hull area bed and breakfast, situated in the West Hull village of Melton. Very clean, comfortable rooms with breakfast included.

A good location for easy travel into Hull, East Yorkshire and even further afield. Convenient for Wolds Way and Trans Pennine Trail.

Eastdale Bed and Breakfast offers kingsize, twin and single bedded rooms. Look forward to an enjoyable and comfortable stay with us!

Bishop Wilton Pocklington Road, Bishop Wilton, YO42 1TF Tel: 01759 368251 Email: info@thefleeceinn.info Web: www.thefleeceinn.info A warm welcome awaits at The Fleece Inn, Bishop Wilton.

The Fleece has a wealth of atmosphere with open fires and accommodation in a quaint village in the Yorkshire Wolds.

We offer cask ales, including Black Sheep, Wold Top Bitter and Theakston’s and a forever changing locally brewed guest ale, a home made menu (using the freshest local produce) and ensuite accommodation. We are open for food Wed – Sat lunchtimes (12 – 2.30pm) and evenings (5 – 9pm) We offer a traditional Sunday Roast 12 – 4pm. Monday evening Fish Night, Tuesday evening Pie Night.

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Market Weighton 44 High Street, Market Weighton YO43 3AH Tel: 01430 872214 Email: thelondesborougharms@outlook.com Web: www.thelondesborougharms.com

3 Melton Bottom, Melton, North Ferriby. HU14 3HU Tel: 01482 632870 Email: liztaylor3@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.eastdale-bed-and-breakfast.co.uk

The Fleece Inn

Millington Laburnum Cottage Millington, East Yorkshire, YO42 1TX Tel: 01759 303055 Email: mdykesbb@gmail.com Web: www.millingtonbandb.co.uk

The Cross Keys Inn is a small traditional inn in the peaceful heart of the Yorkshire Wolds, offering restful accommodation, homemade food and a variety of cask ales. We are actually situated on several long walks including the Wolds Way, Centenary Way and Chalklands Way, shorter circular walks and the Yorkshire Wolds Cycle route. Thixendale is four miles from the deserted Medieval village of Wharram Percy and also handy for stately homes such as Castle Howard and Sledmere House. York, Beverley, the Moors and the coast are within an hour’s drive if you want a change from the tranquility of the countryside! B&B from £37.50P.P.P.N.

Eastdale Bed & Breakfast

Southburn

Rudstone Walk

South Cave South Cave, Nr Beverley, East Yorkshire HU15 2AH Tel: 01430 422230 Email: rooms@rudstone-walk.co.uk Web: www.rudstone-walk.co.uk Set in 80 acres, adjacent to the Wolds Way, enjoying expansive views over the Vale of York. Relax at the end of the day with our delicious Bistro dining. A country retreat, walking boots, wellies, cycles and dogs all welcome!

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The Ramblers Rest

Millington

The Wold Cottage

Wold Newton

Main Street, Millington, YO42 1TX Tel: Restaurant and Tea Room, Angela on 01759 305220 Accommodation, Zoe on 01759 303292 Web: www.ramblersrestmillington.co.uk

Wold Newton, Driffield, YO25 3HL Tel: 01262 470696 Mob: 07811 203336 Email: katrina@woldcottage.com Web: www.woldcottage.com

Nestling in the charming Yorkshire Wolds village of Millington in East Yorkshire, the Ramblers’ Rest has been a haven for walkers, cyclists, locals and visitors for over 24 years. Renowned for its charming, cosy ambience and freshly cooked, homely food using family recipes and seasonal, local food, the Ramblers’ Rest offers guests a spacious tea room, a licensed restaurant with a large, private dining area and luxury guest accommodation with stunning Wolds views.

The tea room serves an extensive range of home cooked cakes,

Enter our tree lined drive & be pleasantly surprised by our Georgian Manor House, set within 200 acres of beautiful wold land. Enjoy tea & cake on arrival 4-6pm. Relax in our spacious en-suite rooms, characteristically furnished with lots of thoughtful extras. Enjoy an award winning deliciously Yorkshire breakfast, all food sourced locally when possible. Explore the Yorkshire Wolds, coast, moors & historic houses. Katrina & Derek look forward to welcoming you.

Self catering cottages also available, one with private hot tub.

PRICE B&B £55- £90pppn

snacks and light meals including Ramblers’ Rest Rarebit, homemade soup and our popular Black Pudding special all served in a warm, cosy and welcoming environment.

The luxury guest accommodation comprises four spacious double bedded rooms. Tastefully furnished to a very high specification, the rooms, including a ground floor room for elderly and less mobile visitors, have great views and make an ideal base for exploring the magic of the Yorkshire Wolds.

Wolds Inn

Huggate Driffield Road, Huggate, East Yorkshire YO42 1YH Tel: 01377 288217 Email: woldsinn@gmail.com Web: www.woldsinn.co.uk Sixteenth-century family run coaching inn. We serve an excellent a la carte menu, bar menu and Sunday roast. All our food is home made from local produce. Hand pulled beers, gin and wine menu’s, all our wines available by the glass. 3 star en-suite accommodation available.

P.P.P.N. from B&B £35.00 - £53.00 B&B&EM £45.00 - £75.00 Food times: Tuesday to Saturday 12 - 2pm 5.30 - 8.30pm, Sunday 12 - 8pm, Bank holidays 12 - 2pm 5.30 - 8pm.

The Toll Cottage

Cottingham

Bainton, Nr Driffield

297 Northgate, Cottingham, East Yorkshire, HU16 5RL Tel: 01482 840263 Mob: 07834 606509 Email: enquiries@thetollcottage.co.uk Web: www.thetollcottage.co.uk

Wolds Village, On the Roundabout, Bainton, Nr Driffield YO25 9EF Tel: 01377 217698 Email: info@woldsvillage.co.uk Web: www.woldsvillage.co.uk

The Toll Cottage offers superb relaxing, comfortable luxurious bed and breakfast accommodation with optional fine dining experience.

Set in the village of Cottingham, near to Hull the ideal location for visiting the East Riding and the Yorkshire Wolds. Located opposite the Lawns University accommodation, The Toll Cottage is ideal for families visiting student relatives. Catering for small parties also available.

REYTA finalist 2016.

• Seven award winning ensuite bedrooms with views over open countryside • Lovingly Converted Georgian Farm • Superb locally renowned tearoom & restaurant • Traditional English Fayre with locally sourced ingredients

We would love to hear about your visit to the Yorkshire Wolds, share your experiences with us on www.thetollcottage.co.uk

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• Al fresco dining in large attractive courtyard • Gift & food shop in converted stables • Stunning art gallery featuring local artists • Short woodland walk & art trail

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Broadgate Farm Cottages

Beverley

High Barn

Broadgate Farm, Walkington, Beverley, HU17 8RP Tel: 01482 888111 Email: broadgatefarm@btinternet.com Web: www.broadgatefarmcottages.co.uk

Five superb, multi award-winning barn conversions, less than 3 miles from Bridlington’s beaches, stunning Flamborough Head and Bempton Cliffs. Our luxurious cottages offer a delightful, private country setting, complete with wildflower meadow and established pond, surrounded by mature trees and rolling fields.

High Barn is a wildlife haven. Hare and deer are regular sightings.

Watch Barn Owls in their nest, via our webcam to your cottage.

Easy access to York, Beverley, the Yorkshire Wolds.

Sunk Island

• Each sleeping four with 2 en-suite bedrooms. Twin/zip-link beds • Open views • Secure parking • Ground floor Cake House & Spinney with wetrooms • Walkers and cyclists welcome • Complimentary local produce hamper • Free wi-fi • Wood burners. Underfloor eco-heating • REYTA Winners 2012, 2013, 2014. Finalists Visit England 2015

3 Coastguard Cottage, Stone Creek, Sunk Island HU12 0AP Tel: 01964 631814 Email: enquiries@coastguardholidaycottage.co.uk Web: www.coastguardholidaycottage.co.uk Our self catering country cottage has three double bedrooms, traditional living areas with log burner, beautiful private garden and secure parking. Nestled on the banks of the Humber estuary our cottage is surrounded by beautiful open countryside teaming with wildlife. If you are a keen walker, birdwatcher, photographer or nature enthusiast than you have chosen the perfect place to stay.

Estate Escapes

Hotham Clitherow, Stracey & Park Cottages, 69-73 Main Street, Hotham, YO43 4UA Tel: 07770 793370 Email: victoria@estateescapes.co.uk Web: www.estateescapes.co.uk

Hull easily reached by road or rail. Combine a city and countryside break. Capture the best of urban and rural experiences.

Nordham Cottages

South Dalton, Beverley Holme Wold Farm Cottage, Holme on the Wolds, South Dalton, Beverley, East Yorkshire HU17 7PX Tel: 01430 810535 Email: holmewoldcottage@btinternet.com Web: www.yorkshirewoldscottage.co.uk Offering lovely views of the Yorkshire Wolds, our character cottage is a peaceful base for your holiday in East Yorkshire. Within easy reach of Hull, York and the Yorkshire Coast. Ideal location for walking and cycling. The 3 bedrooms can comfortably sleep 6 people with a sofa bed available in the dining room. Log fire – Large garden – Parking for 3 cars – Pets welcome – Secure shed – Online booking – Flexible short breaks and lower occupancy discounts available. Open all year round. Prices from £400 to £1,155 per week.

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North Cave 9&11 Nordham, North Cave, East Yorkshire, HU15 2LT Tel: 07951 745033 / 01430 422266 Email: louisem200@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.nordhamcottages.co.uk

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A recent finalist in REYTA Tourism Awards, the gardener’s cottages to Fawley House lie in quiet Nordham. On the edge of beautiful Wolds countryside, they are well located for a varied holiday, within easy reach of coast & city. Shops/pub/playground, just 5 mins walk, & wetlands with migrating birds, for an evening stroll. Stream & lake nearby & lovely walks from the door. Easy access: M62 only 2 mins by car. 4* Bay Tree sleeps 2: king room, upstairs bathroom, sitting room & beamed kitchen. 4* Gold Horseshoe sleeps 5 (with room for 7): king room, 1 large twin with pull out bed, 1 single room with pull out bed, 2 bathrooms (1 downstairs), kitchen, larder, dining & sitting rooms.

Off-road parking & courtyard garden. Cycle lock up. Function room.

The picturesque village of Hotham makes the perfect base for exploring Yorkshire’s historic cities, beautiful countryside and magnificent Yorkshire Coast. Our award-winning, gorgeous cottages are considered a ‘home from home’ by guests, appealing to families and friends. Cottages sleep 2-6 people. Guests may arrive any day of the week. All cottages have wood burning stoves, free wifi and immaculate gardens to enjoy. Available for short breaks and longer stays, larger parties welcome. Hot Tub optional. Ample private parking.

Holme Wold Farm Cottage

Bempton Newsham Hill Lane, Bempton, Bridlington, YO16 6XE Tel: 01262 674932 Mob: 07714 726675 Email: stay@fieldhousefarmcottages.co.uk Web: www.highbarncottages.co.uk

Six award winning barn conversions minutes from historic Beverley with easy access to the Yorkshire Wolds, the coast, York and the areas attractions. Set in 19 acres of grass and woodland. These luxury cottages have wood burning stoves, free WIFI, Freesat, flexible zip and link bedrooms and eco friendly heating. 2,3,4 & 6 bedroom cottages, some with ground floor bedrooms and wetrooms. Arrive any day – short breaks welcome. REYTA Winner Remarkable Self Catering Winner 2016. Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.

Coastguard Holiday Cottage

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Old Cobblers Cottage

North Dalton 3 Mere Cottages, Star Row, North Dalton, Driffield, East Yorkshire, YO25 9UX Tel: 01377 219901 / 217523 Mob: 07801 124264 Fax: 01377 217754 Email: chris.wade@adastra-music.co.uk Web: www.waterfrontcottages.co.uk 19th - century oak beamed cottage, overlooking picturesque village pond. Situated between York and Yorkshire’s heritage coast. Ideally located for walking, the coast and York. Adjacent to excellent village pub with food. Prices from £265 - £445 per week.

Sleeps 1-4 in 2 bedrooms.

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The Old Forge

West Lutton Main Street, West Lutton, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 8TA Tel: 01944 738828 Email: info@forgeholidaycottages.co.uk Web: www.forgeholidaycottages.co.uk Set in the heart of the stunning Yorkshire Wolds, with easy access to the coast, North York Moors & York is our luxury single storey 4 bed barn conversion. Equipped to the highest standards the cottage retains many traditional features within a spacious modern interior.

It features beautiful bathrooms, traditional bedsteads, luxury linen, underfloor heating & a cosy woodburner.

Rockville Farm Cottages & Richard Burton Gallery and Tearoom

Buckton

19 Main Street, Buckton, Bempton, Bridlington, East Yorkshire, YO15 1HU Tel: 01262 850296 Mob: 07719 705113 Email: info@rockvillefarmcottages.co.uk Web: www.rockvillefarmcottages.co.uk Luxury self-catering holiday cottages located 3 miles north of Bridlington on the East Yorkshire coast within easy walking distance of Bempton Cliffs; the recently converted farm buildings provide high quality family holidays and romantic breaks for couples. Guests can enjoy the games room, summer house and field where children can safely play. Flamborough Head, Bridlington Bay and Sewerby Hall are all on the doorstep to be explored. One pet is allowed per cottage.

The Art Gallery has Original Painting and prints for sale by award winning artist Richard Burton.

The gallery regularly holds exhibitions by guest artists and runs popular art workshops. The tearoom specialises in a full range of hot drinks, homemade cakes and light lunches.

Swallow’s Nest

Thorpe Hall Cottages

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Driffield udston, Driffield, East Yorkshire YO25 4JE R Tel: Jayne Chatterton, 01262 420 393

or Office 01262 420 302 Email: office@thorpehallestate.co.uk Web: www.thorpehallestate.co.uk, www.laundrycottage.co.uk The Laundry and Stable Cottages are set amongst the beautiful grounds of Thorpe Hall estate, Rudston, near Bridlington. The Hall is a Grade II* building which was built in the late 1600’s and is still very much a working estate and forms an important part of the local community.

The Laundry Cottage, situated in the gardens of Thorpe Hall. Comfortable sleeping six, gas central heating, wifi and private garden is the ideal destination for those looking to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the Yorkshire Wolds.

No 1 and No2 Stable Cottage, both sleeping six, form part of the original Stables of the Thorpe Hall and retains many of it’s original features. Pets allowed and stabling for those who wish to bring their horses, free grazing and access to miles of bridle paths via the estate. Wifi in both Stable Cottages.

Private tours of the grounds can be arranged pending availability of the owner.

Escape to the Yorkshire Wolds Our peaceful haven is tucked away at the foot of the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds, on the edge of the village of Bishop Wilton, not far from the historic city of York.

Brandesburton Mill Lane, Brandesburton, East Yorkshire, YO25 8LX Tel: 01964 545998 Email: swallowsnest@myphone.coop Web: www.swallowsnestcottages.co.uk Luxury accommodation for up to 6 people with easy access to stunning coastline, Yorkshire Wolds, Beverley and York. Formerly a stable block and cart shed, this historic building has been lovingly restored using reclaimed and sustainable materials. Private patio area with views of woodland and open fields. Situated all on one level, Swallow’s Nest is wheelchair accessible. Large open plan living space with hand crafted country kitchen, oak wood flooring, underfloor heating and log burning stove. 2 bedrooms can be twin / double, the third has a Victorian double brass bed. 2 bedrooms have en suite shower and toilet and there is a family bathroom. Pets and short breaks welcome.

Nestled amongst wildlife are six uniquely designed lodges, all with en-suite bathrooms. They are complemented by two delightfully crafted shepherd’s huts, each with their own private shower room and a choice of breakfast basket included.

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Free WiFi Hot tub (only in Honey Dale and Lily Dale) Dogs welcome (Mill Pond Lodge only) Good pub and small shop a short walk away Yorkshire Wolds on your doorstep Nordic walking and wellbeing breaks available

T: 07768 534434 E: info@woldsedge.co.uk www.woldsedge.co.uk www.snughuts.co.uk

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Brenda House Touring Caravan Park

Howden

Acorn Glade

North Howden, East Yorkshire, DN14 7LD Tel: 01430 431189 / 07939 313721 Email: fiona@brendahouse.co.uk Web: www.brendahouse.co.uk

Kidd Lane, Melbourne, Pocklington, YO42 4QF Tel: 01759 319151 Email: reservations@acornglade.co.uk Web: www.acornglade.co.uk

Exclusively for adults only which includes all visitors to the site.

Acorn Glade is a romantic grown-ups only glamping retreat, located on a beautiful lake-side meadow and woodland site on the fringes of the Vale of York and the Yorkshire Wolds. Our compact glamping site only has one log cabin, two yurts and one gypsy wagon and is set in about three acres of land. Acorn Glade is a designated Local Wildlife Site, with a private still water fishing lake (for use exclusively by guests).

The accommodation is ideal for couples and offers a haven of backto-basics bliss away from the stresses of modern day life.

Brenda House provides a tranquil rural location enabling visitors to relax and enjoy a peaceful break. We take pride in providing a peaceful and secluded site located in the idyllic countryside at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds. The historic market town of Howden only 1.5 miles away, which offers a wide range of services and facilities for all your grocery requirements. Situated 18 miles from York, 40 miles from the East coast.

Butt Farm Caravan & Campsite

Beverley

Little Otchan Shepherds Hut

Butt Farm, Victoria Road, Beverley HU17 8PJ Tel: 01482 870984 / 07779 151014 Email: butt.farm@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.buttfarm.co.uk

Wolds Way Caravan Park

West Knapton

The hut is south facing and over looks an idyllic and mature pond which is teaming with wildlife and plants; behind the hut is sheltered by a mature woodland with views over the Holderness countryside.

In addition to the pretty surroundings of the hut the outside offers you rustic cooking facilities on the fire pit or stretching out on the hammock to relish the opportunity for some pure relaxation!

North Star Club

There are several public footpaths throughout our farm and neighbouring woodland available for pleasant walks and bike rides. This area of Yorkshire The park is peacefully located has something for everyone be it to relax in the beautiful adjacent to Wolds farmland and large areas of woodland countryside, explore stately homes, abbeys and market providing peace and towns or to enjoy the sports tranquillity, meaning visitors of horse racing, golf, fishing, are able to relax amidst wildlife, flora and fauna. With or sailing. easy access to East Coast The owners are here to give a resorts and the historic City warm welcome and helpful of York. advice on the local events and attractions to make your stay in Yorkshire a truly memorable and enjoyable experience.

Market Weighton Houghton Moor Wood, Nr Sancton, Market Weighton, YO43 4RE Tel: 01439 748 457 Email: hello@northstarclub.co.uk Web: www.northstarclub.co.uk

West Knapton, North Yorkshire YO17 8JE Tel: 01944 728180 Email: derek.watson@cundalls.co.uk Web: www.ryedalesbest.co.uk

Situated amongst glorious countryside, in the heart of Ryedale. The site enjoys panoramic views over the vale of Pickering to the North Yorkshire Moors.

Halsham Hall Farm, Halsham, Hull, HU12 0BU Tel: 01964 612201 Email: bookings@littleotchan.co.uk Web: www.littleotchan.co.uk

Butt Farm is a working family farm situated 2 miles from the historic market town of Beverley. The farm is located on a footpath and cycleway network enabling you to walk and cycle into Beverley and the surrounding areas. Butt Farm is the perfect place for a camping or caravanning trip to East Yorkshire. The site has electric hook ups and a new heated shower and toilet block which makes it ideal for walkers, cyclists and families. Oly and Jen look forward to welcoming you soon.

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Melbourne Nr Pocklington

The North Star Club nestles within 500 acres of native English woodland in the peaceful Yorkshire Wolds, near the village of Sancton. With 8 woodland suites, North Star Club offers a ruggedly cosy and indulgent escape; each suite with their own unique interior design, inspired by people and places of Yorkshire. The magical woodland retreat is open all year round, each suite comes complete with a wood burning stove, large veranda, four-poster bed, sitting room, second bedroom and a spacious bathroom, accommodating up to 6 people.

West Hale Gate Glamping

Driffield West Hale Gate Farm, Grindale Road, Burton Fleming, Driffield, East Yorkshire YO25 3HR Tel: 01262 470336 Email: mandy@westhalegateglamping.co.uk Web: www.westhalegateglamping.co.uk Set on a working farm in the beautiful Yorkshire Wolds, our luxurious shepherd’s huts are ideal for a break away from it all. Relax in our deluxe hot tub with a complimentary bottle of bubbly, enjoy a continental breakfast delivered to you in the morning, or join us in the farmhouse for a full Yorkshire breakfast sourced from local suppliers. A bespoke shower cabin and WC is just a few steps away and is stocked with towels and toiletries. Located on the outskirts of the village of Burton Fleming, you can explore the coastal towns of Bridlington, Filey and Scarborough, by bike or car.

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Tourist Information Tourist Information Centres offer information on everything you need to get the most from your visit, including where to stay, attractions and local events.

We also provide transport information, maps and guide books, information on eating out and much much more! An accommodation booking service is available by telephone, online and at all centres.

A warm welcome awaits you!

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Humber Bridge Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) North Bank Viewing Area, Ferriby Road, Hessle HU13 0LN 01482 640852 humberbridge.tic @eastriding.gov.uk

Beverley Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) 34 Butcher Row, Beverley HU17 0AB 01482 391672 beverley.tic @eastriding.gov.uk Bridlington Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) East Riding Leisure – Bridlington, The Promenade, Bridlington YO15 2QQ 01482 391634 bridlington.tic @eastriding.gov.uk

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Hull Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) City Hall, Paragon Street Hull, HU1 3RQ 01482 300300 (option 2) boxoffice@hullcc.gov.uk Tourist Information at Withernsea Lighthouse Museum Open Easter to end of September.

01482 640852 withernsea.tic @eastriding.gov.uk Tourist Information at Hornsea Museum Open Easter to end of September.

01482 640852 hornsea.tic @eastriding.gov.uk

Tourist Information Points Bainton, Wolds Village, YO25 9EF Hornsea Leisure Centre, HU18 1PZ Malton, Ryedale District Council Offices, YO17 7HH Market Weighton, Langlands Gardens Centre, YO43 3PN Pocklington Arts Centre, YO42 2AR Warter, Wolds Heritage Centre, YO42 1SR Withernsea Leisure Centre, HU19 2QA

Click on visithullandeastyorkshire.com for more information, downloadable brochures and maps of the area including:• brochures Beverley •Wording Walking for TIC • Bridlington • Cycling • Hull • Wolds

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www.williamsden.co.uk @williamsdenplay Castle Farm, North Cave, East Yorkshire. HU15 2LS