Tuesday 30 November 2010

Late Holiday Deals For Christmas

Here are the 7 night breaks Valley View Farm Cottages has available for Christmas week, here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 24th December 2010

Form (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from 24th December for £411.
Formicary (Sleeps 2+2) is available for 7 nights from 24th December for £411.
Granary (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 24th December for £625.

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Monday 29 November 2010

Late Availability From 3rd December 2010

Here are the 7 night breaks Valley View Farm Cottages has available from 3rd December 2010, here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 3rd December 2010

Couch (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from 3rd December for £234.
Form (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from 3rd December for £234.
Holt (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 3rd December for £437.
Granary (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 3rd December for £469.

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Sunday 28 November 2010

Short Breaks In North Yorkshire In December 2010

Here are the short breaks Valley View Farm Cottages has available for the month of December, here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 11th December 2010

Formicary (Sleeps 2+2) is available for 6 nights from 11th December, phone for a price.

From 13th December 2010

Formicary (Sleeps 2+2) is available for 4 nights from 13th December for £156.

Drey (Sleeps 4) is available for 4 nights from 13th December for £257.

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Saturday 27 November 2010

Family Christmas Break For 10 People

Why not spend a family Christmas at Valley View Farm in North Yorkshire. We have two cottages available, Holt and Drey and they can be connected as the door between them can be open, so in both cottages we can accommodate up to 10 people.
Holt Cottage sleeps up to 6 people and Drey Cottage sleeps 4 people, so if there are 10 of you why not think about making Christmas extra special with a festive break away.

Christmas services can be attended at the local Church or if you would like something a little more formal Ampleforth College is a short drive away where you will be able to listen to the beautiful and moving choir of the Benedictine Monks at the College.

Helmsley is just 5 miles away and is a lovely market town with quaint gift shops and York is not too far away with plenty of Christmas events taking place and the ice rink as well and don't forget Castle Howard! There are lots of pantos on in the area to entertain the whole family!

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Friday 26 November 2010

Short Breaks At Christmas In North Yorkshire

There is so much to do in Yorkshire this Christmas time, so why not take a short break over the festive season and relax here at Valley View Farm with friends and family.

At the moment we have the following cottages available and we have just reduced the prices of the short breaks so grab a late deal.

Drey Cottage – week start from 22/12 to 28/12 – was £602.00 – now £542.00

Holt Cottage – week start from 22/12 to 28/12 – was £659.00 – now £593.00

Granary Cottage – week start from 24/12 to 30/12 – was £694.00 – now £625.00

Form Cottage
and Formicary Cottage – week start from 24/12 to 30/12 – was £457.00 – now £411.00

Christmas services can be attended at the local Church or if you would like something a little more formal Ampleforth College is a short drive away where you will be able to listen to the beautiful and moving choir of the Benedictine Monks at the College.

Helmsley is just five miles away and is a lovely market town with quaint gift shops and York is not too far away with plenty of Christmas events taking place and the ice rink as well and don't forget Castle Howard! There are lots of pantos on in the area to entertain the whole family!

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Thursday 25 November 2010

Victorian Mill Open For Tours, Hawes 5th December 2010

The sights and sounds of Victorian woodworking machinery will fill Gayle Mill, near Hawes, on a special demonstration day which is being staged for visitors.

On 5th December, visitors will be given an insight into life in a woodworking mill that served the local community for over a century with the chance to see and hear the original 1879 water-powered Victorian woodworking machinery being used. The two special guided tours start at 11am and 2.30pm.

Hawes is approximately 50 miles away from Valley View Farm so why not book a stay here at one of our 4 star holiday cottages in the beautiful village of Old Byland and take a leisurely drive to Hawes and spend the day visiting Gayle Mill's demonstration day, meandering in and out of the pretty shops in Hawes and taking in the beautiful Yorkshire landscape on one of the many walks in and around Hawes.

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Wednesday 24 November 2010

Visit A Spa For A Spot Of Pampering

Why not treat yourself to a spa treatment at the Feversham Arms in Helmsley when you stay here at Valley View Farm, as we are just 5 miles from Helmsley.

The Verbena Spa uses Elemis and Anne Semonin products in their day spa packages and individual spa treatments. Go on treat yourself, your worth it!

For more information about the Verbena Spa, visit http://www.verbenaspa.co.uk/

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Tuesday 23 November 2010

Christmas Events At Castle Howard 2010

Here is a list of the Christmas events taking place at the beautiful Castle Howard on the run up to Christmas 2010.
  • Saturday 27th November - Sunday 19th December 2010 - Christmas opening.
  • Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th November, Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th December, Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th December & Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th December - A fireside audience with Father Christmas.
  • Monday 29th November – Tuesday 30th December - Christmas Craft and Produce Market.
  • Tuesday 7th December - Wednesday 8th December 2010 - Christmas Craft and Produce Market.
  • Wednesday 8th December & Wednesday 15th December 2010 - A Classical Christmas Dinner.
  • Tuesday 14th December 2010 - Christmas Craft and Produce Market.
Castle Howard is just 18 miles from Old Byland and less than a 40 minute drive, so why not treat yourself to stay at one of the Valley View Farm Cottages and combine it with a visit to Castle Howard and one of the Christmas events taking place in November and December.

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Monday 22 November 2010

Farmers Markets North Yorkshire December 2010

What better time to visit a farmers market than in December so that you can pick up some Christmas fayre. Love em or hate em you'll surely be able to pick up some sprouts at a farmers market this December and stock up on your favourite meat and veg for the holiday season at a local stall as well as treat yourself to some chutneys, relishes and preserves that go well with your cold meat platters and cheese for afters, if you can manage to squeeze in a cheese course!

Guests often ask about visiting a farmers market whilst they stay at Valley View Farm and we are lucky to have alot in the local area. So ere are some of the dates for local farmer's markets in North Yorkshire.

Harrogate: Thursday 9th December 2010

Leyburn: Saturday 25th December 2010

Malton: Sunday 19th December 2010

Northallerton: Wednesday 22nd December 2010

Richmond: Saturday 18th December 2010

Ripon: Sunday 19th December 2010

Settle: Sunday 12th December 2010

Skipton: Sunday 5th December 2010

Stokesley: Saturday 4th December 2010

We have some late deals available in our cottages so why not treat yourself to a week away at this busy time or even a short break and check out the local fayre at some of the North Yorkshire Farmer's Markets.

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Sunday 21 November 2010

York Ice Factor Ice Rink At Designer Outlet

The Ice Factor, York’s open-air real ice rink returns for another year but this time at a different venue. This year York's Christmas ice rinkis based at the Designer Outlet in Fulford. A village square, featuring log cabins and an illuminated forest with reindeer, has been created to give a scenic setting for the rink and the rink itself is 50% bigger.

Thursday night(18th November) was the official opening of the Ice Rink and the original Calendar Girls, switched on the lights on a giant Christmas tree in the middle of the ice and top junior skater Toni Murray, officially opened the rink with a wonderful display of skating.

The Ice Factor will be open from 9.30am until 9.15pm daily, except Christmas Day, until January 9. Tickets for a one-hour session cost £9.50.

This is a great way to entertain the children and all the family, so why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages, we are just just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and spnd a day in York.

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Saturday 20 November 2010

Spa Treatments At The Feversham Arms

Why not treat yourself to a spa treatment at the Feversham Arms in Helmsley this December, you could even combine it with a break away here at Valley View Farm, as we are just 5 miles from Helmsley.

So why not pamper yourself for a few hours as the offer includes:

Anne Semonin Tailor Made Facial OR Elemis Skin Specific Facial (1 hour)
Deep Tissue Back Massage (30 mins)
Lunch from our spa-tisserie menu
Glass of champagne
Full use of the spa facilities

All for £99 per person (usually £140)

Offer valid Sunday – Friday for the month of December, excepting 23rd – 26th December

For more information about this, visit the Feversham Arms website.

Go on treat yourself, your worth it!

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Friday 19 November 2010

Farmhouse Breakfast Week 2011

I just wanted to let you know that Farmhouse Breakfast week is between 23rd and 29th January 2011. Farmhouse Breakfast Week has a new theme for 2011 that urges people to Shake Up Their Wake Up by eating a healthy balanced breakfast every day.

Lots of breakfast events will be taking place between 23rd – 29th January 2011 and you can find out more at http://www.shakeupyourwakeup.com/about

If you fancy spending time on a farm then why not take a break here at Valley View Farm.

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Thursday 18 November 2010

Late Availability From 26th November 2010

Here are the late deals from 26th November 2010 for Valley View Farm Cottages here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 26th November 2010

Couch Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 26th November for £260, now £234.

Form Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 26th November for £260, now £234.

Formicary Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 26th November for £260, now £234.

Drey Cottage (Sleeps 4) is available for 7 nights from the 26th November for £428, now £385.

Holt Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 26th November for £486, now £437.

Granary Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from the 26th November for £521, now £469.

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Monday 15 November 2010

Late Deals From 19th November 2010

Here are the late deals from 19th November 2010 for Valley View Farm Cottages here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 19th November 2010

Couch Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 19th November for £260, now £208.

Formicary Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 19th November for £260, now £208.

Drey Cottage (Sleeps 4) is available for 7 nights from the 19th November for £428, now £342.

Holt Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 19th November for £486, now £388.

Granary Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from the 19th November for £521, now £417.

From 20th and 22nd November 2010

Form Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 6 nights from the 20th November, ring for a price, or for 4 nights from 22nd November for £125.

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Thursday 11 November 2010

Farmstay AGM & Tourism Conference 2010

Went to the Farmstay AGM & Tourism Conference earlier this week. A very informative, interesting and enjoyable two days spent at Newmarket. On the first day we saw the home of horseracing and the 2500 acres of Jockey club gallops where the horses exercise and had lunch at the National Stud.

Day two was filled with a series of talks about tourism by key speakers from Farmstay, Visit England and other Farmstay members.

If you would like to experience a farm stay then why not stay at Valley View Farm cottages.

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Wednesday 10 November 2010

Santa Specials North York Moors Railway December 2010

Just wanted to let you know about the Santa Specials on the North York Moors Railway this December. These special excursions are ideal for families with small children. You can choose from 4 shuttle services each day, either departing from Pickering to Levisham and back, or from Grosmont to Goathland and back.

They run on the dates below, and
4-5 December 2010
11-12 December 2010
18-19 December 2010
21-22 December 2010

The fare of £12.50 per person includes a present from Santa for each child, and seasonal refreshments including mince pies, served in our marquees at Pickering or Grosmont stations. Just show your ticket at the marquee. Each excursion can take up to 90 minutes, to allow for each child to meet Santa in his grotto. The train may be stationery for part of the journey.

You can reserve seats by phone, on 01751 472508 or alternatively why not go to www.nymr.co.uk to book online.

So why not visit Santa on the NYMR and combine it with a stay at Valley View Farm cottages.

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Monday 8 November 2010

Late Availability From 12th November 2010

Here is the late availability from the 12th November 2010 for Valley View Farm Cottages here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 12th November 2010

Couch Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 12th November for £260.

Form Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 12th November for £260.

Formicary Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 12th November for £260.

Drey Cottage (Sleeps 4) is available for 7 nights from the 12th November for £428.

Holt Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 12th November for £486.

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Sunday 7 November 2010

International Christmas Fayre York December 2010

The International Christmas Fayre at Parliament Street, York runs from Wednesday 1st December to Sunday 19th December daily from 9am. It is free entry to the fayre and the fayre offers a festive market bringing gifts, smells and tastes from around the world. Liveried chefs offer the best in continental fayre for your Christmas larder, along with tasty snacks to fuel your festive shopping expedition!

Why not treat yourself to a stay at one of the Valley View Farm Cottages and combine it with a visit to the York Christmas Fayre.

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Saturday 6 November 2010

Christmas Fair At Duncombe Park November 2010

Just wanted to let you know about the Christmas Fair at Duncombe Park on Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th November 2010 from 10:30am - 4:30pm.

Duncombe Park is just a 13 minute drive from Valley View Farm Cottages, so you can always call in to Duncombe Park for your Christmas tree at the end of your stay at our cosy and get away from it all cottages where you can treat yourself to a break away from all the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the North York Moors.

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Friday 5 November 2010

Pets & Bonfire Night Safety

If you have pets then Bonfire Night can be a stressful time.

Here are some guidelines the RSPCA has put together:
  • If you are able to, why not walk your dog during the day so you don't have to take your dog out after dark when the fireworks will be going off.
  • You could play music to drown out the noise of the fireworks.
  • Let your dog hide behind the furniture if they want to!
  • Keeping your cat and dog occupied can help to distract them from the noise of the fireworks. Why not give them a treat or toy to play with.
  • Cat owners are instructed to close all windows and doors to keep them inside the house.
  • Those who have small animals such as guinea pigs should bring them inside the house.
  • Horses should be stabled while fireworks are being let off.
  • For those of you having a bonfire then please check the bonfire before lighting to check for animals - hedgehogs often htry to hibernate at the base of a bonfire.
Hope you and your pets have a safe Bonfire night.

If you don't like all the noise of the fireworks over Bonfire night and your pets don't either, then why not consider getting away from it all.

Come away with your pet for a quiet time at Old Byland, no loud noises here only peace and quiet awaits both you and your four legged friend/s.

From 5th November 2010

Form Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 2 nights from the 5th November, phone for a price.

Drey Cottage (Sleeps 4) is available for 7 nights from the 5th November for £385.

Holt Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 5th November for £437.

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Thursday 4 November 2010

Christmas Week 2010

This year christmas eve (24th December) is a Friday and Christmas day (25th December) falls on a Saturday.

We still have some availability left for Christmas week so why not treat yourself and your loved one or your family to a festive week away over Christmas!

Christmas is the perfect time to get away from it all, so why not book a stay at Valley View Farm where you can relax and unwind in beautiful surroundings in the North York Moors.

Couch Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 24th December for £457.

Form Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 24th December for £457.

Formicary Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 24th December for £457.

Granary Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from the 24th December for £694.

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Wednesday 3 November 2010

Holiday Cottages For New Year 2010

Plan ahead for New Years Eve and book a break away to see in the new year! Make the start of the new year a romantic one with a romantic break for two!

We currently have 2 cottages available for the New Year period. They are Form and Couch, both cosy, warm, one bedroom properties, ideal for a romantic, quiet time away.

Form Cottage

Delightful ground floor cottage has a kingsize bedroom and separate bathroom. This cottage has the added benefit of a raised patio area facing onto the communal South facing patio.

The sitting / dining room is flooded with light from the large open aspect window which has fabulous views over the patio and onto the countryside beyond. The sitting area is comfortably furnished for relaxing in and fully equipped with TV, freeview, dvd, video and the open fireplace has a coal effect gas stove.

The kitchen is fully equipped with integrated appliances - fridge, dishwasher, microwave, cooker and washer / dryer.

Bedroom 1

Kingsize bedroom.

Bathroom

Modern suite with bath, shower, toilet and hand basin.

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Couch Cottage is a one bedroom cottage (sleeps 2) which opens onto a courtyard with an amazing view.

A charming ground floor cottage has one double bedroom and opens up onto the
the bright south facing communal patio area.

Good sized open plan living area incorporates sitting and dining area and kitchen.
The sitting area is comfortably furnished for relaxing in and fully equipped with TV, freeview, dvd, video, the open fireplace has a log effect gas fire.
The kitchen is fully equipped with intergrated appliances fridge, dishwasher, microwave, cooker and washer/dryer.

Bedroom 1
Kingsize (can be split into 2 singles on request) ensuite which has a large fully tiled ’wet room’ type shower room.

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We can make your stay even more special as Valley View Farm Cottages can offer special arrangements for you and your loved one this NewYears Eve.
We can arrange for such treats as;
  • Bouquet of flowers in the cottage.
  • Bottle of Champagne/wine/chocolates in the cottage.
  • Dinner reservations at any of our local excellent restaurants.
  • Book a pampering treatment at the local beautician.
  • A hamper of Yorkshire fare in the cottage.
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Tuesday 2 November 2010

Festive Getaway Breaks

Christmas is the perfect time to get away from it all, so why not book a stay at Valley View Farm where you can relax and unwind in beautiful surroundings in the North York Moors.

It may seem a long way off but we will soon be caught up in all the preparations, shopping and excitement, so why not plan ahead and take a few days relaxing in the peace and tranquility you will find here at Valley view Farm Cottages.

Take a well earned break from the hustle and bustle of Christmas preparations and enjoy the peace and quiet, the local food and the general pace that rural village life has to offer here on the farm at Old Byland.

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Monday 1 November 2010

Late Deals From 5th November 2010

Here are the late deals we have available from the 5th November 2010 for Valley View Farm Cottages here in the beautiful North York Moors.

From 5th November 2010

Form Cottage (Sleeps 2) is available for 7 nights from the 5th November for £234.

Drey Cottage (Sleeps 4) is available for 7 nights from the 5th November for £385.

Holt Cottage (Sleeps 6) is available for 7 nights from 5th November for £437.

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Valley View Farm, Old Byland, Helmsley, York YO62 5LG
Tel. 01439 798221 or +441439 798221 mailto:sally@valleyviewfarm.com
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