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Some of our favourite local attractions have now reopened following a pause over the winter months. All fantastic for both the young, and the young at heart.

Looking for family activities this Easter? A selection of local attractions have organised Easter Trails to entertain our younger guests. Check out individual websites for more information: Castle Howard, Rixeaulx Abbey, Nunnington Hall all have their own version of an Easter Egg Hunt with a chocolatey prize to be won!

From February 10 – February 18, 2024  the NYMR is running 2 daily excursions showcasing the Royal Scot – a visiting iconic steam locomotive built in 1927.  With services departing Pickering at 11am and 2pm every day of half term week – hop on and enjoy a round trip journey…

We now have a new and improved online booking system, which is stage one of an exciting website update which is underway.. more to follow on this soon.

If you have an existing booking with us, contact Rachel at Hungate for access to our new Guest Log In area where…

Our new brochure will be landing on doorsteps this week.  If you’re not on our mailing list and would like a copy, give us a ring or send us an email.  2024 dates are already booking fast, and we have also opened 2025 dates at 2024 prices.  All current prices…

We are thrilled with our new look customer information folders which we think make an excellent addition to our cottages, providing not only information on each individual cottage, but also the local area and the wider North Yorkshire Moors .  Inside you will find a whole host of suggestions for…

Moorsbus offers a really reliable and friendly service, run by volunteers.  Great for accessing the Moors and Coast if you wish to leave your car behind.  Also a good way to organise a linear walk or to get to Whitby from Pickering across the Moors on what has been called…

More steam services will be re-introduced this week although weather conditions will continue to be monitored.

The Grosmont to Whitby section will continue to be steam hauled and steam services will be introduced from June 22nd on the following:

1055 Pickering-Grosmont – Standard Service

1240 Grosmont – Pickering –…

It’s May Half Term already, and with the sun set to stay around, Hungate’s gardens are a perfect place to stop and enjoy a quiet moment.

Or if you’re looking for action, there’s plenty on offer on our doorstep. A few of our favourite fine weather suggestions:

May 27-…

This weekend May 20th & 21st will see the return of the Whitby Fish & Ships Festival, celebrating Whitby’s fishing heritage, and showcasing culinary skills of local and celebrity chefs. Children’s activities, live music and local produce. Should be a great day out!

Glaisdale and Danbydale Cottages are situated side by side, perfect for two families who wish to holiday together but enjoy the benefit of their own private space.

Glaisdale sleeps 5 (1 king, 1 twin, 1 single) and Danbydale sleeps 4 (1 king, 1 twin), and both cottages share exclusive…

Ryedale has been named “happiest place in UK for a mini break” in a study conducted by Verdant Leisure.

With many guests asking about the possibility of shorter stays, we have extended Monday-Friday mid week breaks to the end of June 2024. Feel free to contact us to see…

There’s a buzz in the air at this time of year, as we prepare for the busy days of spring and summer, and many of the attractions which have been closed over the winter begin to re-open.  Here’s our top picks for attractions opening again in the coming weeks..

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway reopens for 2023 on March 27th.

New for 2023, adults pay £40 for your first journey and then benefit from FREE travel for 12 months from your date of travel.  Plus kids (0-15 years) travel for free in 2023! Explore the entire Heritage Railway for…

Following a recent Visit Britain inspection, Lockton and Levisham Cottages have both been awarded a 4* Gold accommodation rating.

Lockton and Levisham both have 3 bedrooms, one ensuite, and with a separate bathroom and shower – perfect for families. Both have open plan living, kitchen and dining with open wood…

New for this spring – we have added new Nespresso machines in Danbydale and Bransdale. These in addition to DeLonghi ground coffee machines in Hungate Garden Cottage, Levisham, Lockton, and Saltersgate and Rosedale and Bransdale.

Are you visiting Hungate this February half term? Looking for ideas of things to do? See our list of favourites which includes so much to suit all ages and interests. 

Piglets Adventure Farm, near York – lambing, bottle feed the lambs, indoor and outdoor play

FlamingoLand, near Pickering –…

Dog Friendly Days Out

Beaches where your dog is welcome year round

Pubs and Restaurants where your dog can tag along

Walks both from our doorstep and further afield

We always love to…

Do you enjoy walking in beautiful surroundings? Visit www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/walking to download routes around North Yorkshire. Need a printer? Just ask us when you arrive or during your stay and we will print the routes off for you.

Taking your pet on holiday? Wondering which local attractions accept pets? Below is a list we have compliled of dog friendly attractions in North Yorkshire.

Ryedale Folk Museum

Eden Camp WWII Museum

Helmsley Castle

Whitby Abbey

Burton Agnes Hall

Rievaulx Abbey

Scarborough Castle

Kirkham Priory

Mother Shipton’s Cave

There are…