Guinea fowl eggs are also good to use for baking as they give a real golden colour to cakes, buns and yorkshire puddings.Do you have a favourite type of egg you like to eat?
Sunday, 31 May 2009
Guinea Fowl Eggs
I was recently given some guinea fowl eggs. These eggs are not as large as hen eggs but they are very flavoursome. The yolks are very yellowy orange and make great soft boiled eggs, although the shells are extremely hard. 
Guinea fowl eggs are also good to use for baking as they give a real golden colour to cakes, buns and yorkshire puddings.
Do you have a favourite type of egg you like to eat?
Guinea fowl eggs are also good to use for baking as they give a real golden colour to cakes, buns and yorkshire puddings.Do you have a favourite type of egg you like to eat?
Saturday, 30 May 2009
Rievaulx Terrace And Temples
Visit the Rievaulx Terrace and Temples where you can take leisurely walks and picnics.
The grass terrace spans half a mile and you can enjoy superb views over Rievaulx Abbey to Ryedale and the Hambleton Hill.
In the Spring and Summer months you can see the wild flowers that fill the terrace and adjoining wood.
There are two 18th century classical temples at either end of the terrace. The ceilings on the temples depict mythological scenes.
So why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and plan a visit to Rievaulx Terrace and Temples which is only 2.8 miles by car. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
The grass terrace spans half a mile and you can enjoy superb views over Rievaulx Abbey to Ryedale and the Hambleton Hill.
In the Spring and Summer months you can see the wild flowers that fill the terrace and adjoining wood.
There are two 18th century classical temples at either end of the terrace. The ceilings on the temples depict mythological scenes.
So why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and plan a visit to Rievaulx Terrace and Temples which is only 2.8 miles by car. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Friday, 29 May 2009
In Search Of England's Green And Pleasant Land
The beautiful Yorkshire countryside will feature in a BBC programme in June. “In Search of England’s Green and Pleasant Land” explores the Yorkshire villages which seem to offer the perfect rural idyll. The programme will air on BBC4 at 7.30pm on the 19th June.Here at Old Byland you will find your very own perfect rural idyll with a stay at Valley View Farm Cottages. We are located in stunning scenery with hillside views and the village is steeped in local history.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Thursday, 28 May 2009
The National Trust Lists 25 Things That Make Britain Great
The National Trust have listed 25 things that make Britain great. Using comments from twitter they have complied a list with rockpools featuring at number one. Check out the full National Trust list of 25 things that make Britain great.
My suggestions when I saw their request on twitter were,
My suggestions when I saw their request on twitter were,
"The village produce show, the green, scenic countryside and beautiful old country houses makes Britain great."So what do you think makes Britain great, leave a comment, I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Wednesday, 27 May 2009
Great Yorkshire Show
The Great Yorkshire Show will take place this year at the Great Yorkshire Showground on Tuesday, 14 July 2009 - Thursday, 16 July 2009.
2009 marks the 151st Great Yorkshire Show and as always will be a celebration of agriculture and country life.
The 250-acre site is filled with animals, country demonstrations, have-a-go activities and the Great Yorkshire Cheese & Dairy Show. Plus there's fashion, rural crafts and shopping!
To get a true flavour of Yorkshire country life and farming, why not visit the Great Yorkshire Show this year and make Valley View Farm your base. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
2009 marks the 151st Great Yorkshire Show and as always will be a celebration of agriculture and country life.
The 250-acre site is filled with animals, country demonstrations, have-a-go activities and the Great Yorkshire Cheese & Dairy Show. Plus there's fashion, rural crafts and shopping!
To get a true flavour of Yorkshire country life and farming, why not visit the Great Yorkshire Show this year and make Valley View Farm your base. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Tuesday, 26 May 2009
Travelling Around The North Yorkshire Moors For Less
With a stay at Valley View Farm Cottages in the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors you will want to make the most of travelling around this beautiful and interesting national park but why not take a break from the car and save yourself some money by travelling around the area using a Moorslink Gold ticket. Moorslink Gold offers unlimited travel for one day on the Moorsbus network and between Pickering and Grosmont on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. It also entitles you to some great savings at attractions, cafes, pubs and shops in the North York Moors.
Moorslink Gold tickets cost;
£18 (adult),
£9 (child aged 5 to 15)
and £36 (family: two adults and up to four children) .
Tickets can be purchased from North Yorkshire Moors Railway stations, on the train or on a Moorsbus.
Moorslink Gold tickets are valid throughout the Moorsbus 2009 season which runs on Sundays and Bank Holidays from 5 April until 25 October with a more frequent service in the summer months.
More information on Moorslink Gold and the Moorsbus network can be found at www.visitthemoors.co.uk/moorsbus or by calling 01845 597 000. For information on the NYMR visit www.nymr.co.uk
Moorslink Gold tickets cost;
£18 (adult),
£9 (child aged 5 to 15)
and £36 (family: two adults and up to four children) .
Tickets can be purchased from North Yorkshire Moors Railway stations, on the train or on a Moorsbus.
Moorslink Gold tickets are valid throughout the Moorsbus 2009 season which runs on Sundays and Bank Holidays from 5 April until 25 October with a more frequent service in the summer months.
More information on Moorslink Gold and the Moorsbus network can be found at www.visitthemoors.co.uk/moorsbus or by calling 01845 597 000. For information on the NYMR visit www.nymr.co.uk
Sunday, 24 May 2009
Short Breaks In Yorkshire In June
Valley View Farm Cottages located in North Yorkshire, can offer some short breaks in June 2009.
We have short breaks available in the following cottages:
Couch - a charming ground floor cottage.
Formicary - a cosy single storey cottage.
Holt - a lovely 3 double bedroomed cottage.
Granary - a fabulous 3 double bedroomed cottage with well laid out spacious accommodation.
If you would like to book a short break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
We have short breaks available in the following cottages:
Couch - a charming ground floor cottage.
Formicary - a cosy single storey cottage.
Holt - a lovely 3 double bedroomed cottage.
Granary - a fabulous 3 double bedroomed cottage with well laid out spacious accommodation.
If you would like to book a short break at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Saturday, 23 May 2009
English Heritage Events In Yorkshire In August 2009
English Heritage are holding many exciting and interesting events at English Heritage sites across the county in August 2009.
Sat 1 – Fri 7 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go …Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00,Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members Free
Sat 1 & Sun 2 Aug Conisbrough Castle What Ho Henry!
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members Free
Sat 1 & Sun 2 Aug Whitby Abbey Medieval Courtly Combat
11am – 5pm
Adult £6.00, Conc £5.00,Child £4.00, Family £16.00 Members Free
Sun 2 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to the Hall
Mon 3 – Fri 7 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free £1 extra admission per child
(non member and member)
Wed 5 Aug Mount Grace Priory Emma Written by Jane Austen
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm
In advance: Adult £10, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13, Conc & Child £11
Sat 8 & Sun 9 Aug Scarborough Castle All the Kings Guns
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00, Family £14.00 Members Adult £1.00, Conc £1.00, Child £0.50, Family £2.50
Sat 8 – Fri 14 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc, £4.70,Child £2.80, Family £14.80Members free£1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Sat 8 – Fri 14 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
Sun 9 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members Free Extra admission to Hall
Sat 15 & Sun 16 Aug Richmond Castle Victorian Gymkhana
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00, Members free
Sat 15 & Sun 16 Aug Whitby Abbey Medieval Legends Alive
11am – 5pm
Adult £6.00, Conc £5.00, Child £4.00, Family £16.00 Members free
Sat 15 – Fri 21 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
Sun 16 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Mon 17 – Sun 23 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Wed 19th August Mount Grace Priory Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame
Gates open at 6.15pm Performance starts at 7.00pm
In advance Adult £11, Conc £9, Child £7
On the Night Adult £13, Conc £11, Child £9
Sat 22 & Sun 23 Aug Conisbrough Castle Time Travellers Go….Knight Academy
11am – 4.30pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members free
Sat 22 – Fri 28 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
Sun 23 Aug Helmsley Castle Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm
In advance: Adult £11, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13, Conc & Child £11
Sun 23 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50 Extra admission to Hall Members Free
Mon 24 – Fri 28 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Mon 24 – Fri 28 Aug Scarborough Castle Time Travellers Go…Pirate Academy
11am – 5pm
Adult £4.50, Conc £3.80, Child £2.30, Family £12.30 Members free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug Scarborough Castle The Pirate Castle
From 11.00am
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.00, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members free
Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70,Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free
(Bank Holiday) Myths & Legends
Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc£3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
(Bank Holiday) Medieval Makeover
Sun 30 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Concert Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Sun 30 & Mon 31 August (Bank Holiday)Richmond Castle The Medieval Pageant
From 11am
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00 Members free
So plan ahead and why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and your family enjoy the English Heritage events. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Sat 1 – Fri 7 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go …Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00,Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members Free
Sat 1 & Sun 2 Aug Conisbrough Castle What Ho Henry!
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members Free
Sat 1 & Sun 2 Aug Whitby Abbey Medieval Courtly Combat
11am – 5pm
Adult £6.00, Conc £5.00,Child £4.00, Family £16.00 Members Free
Sun 2 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to the Hall
Mon 3 – Fri 7 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free £1 extra admission per child
(non member and member)
Wed 5 Aug Mount Grace Priory Emma Written by Jane Austen
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm
In advance: Adult £10, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13, Conc & Child £11
Sat 8 & Sun 9 Aug Scarborough Castle All the Kings Guns
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00, Family £14.00 Members Adult £1.00, Conc £1.00, Child £0.50, Family £2.50
Sat 8 – Fri 14 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc, £4.70,Child £2.80, Family £14.80Members free£1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Sat 8 – Fri 14 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
Sun 9 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members Free Extra admission to Hall
Sat 15 & Sun 16 Aug Richmond Castle Victorian Gymkhana
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00, Members free
Sat 15 & Sun 16 Aug Whitby Abbey Medieval Legends Alive
11am – 5pm
Adult £6.00, Conc £5.00, Child £4.00, Family £16.00 Members free
Sat 15 – Fri 21 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
Sun 16 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Mon 17 – Sun 23 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Wed 19th August Mount Grace Priory Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame
Gates open at 6.15pm Performance starts at 7.00pm
In advance Adult £11, Conc £9, Child £7
On the Night Adult £13, Conc £11, Child £9
Sat 22 & Sun 23 Aug Conisbrough Castle Time Travellers Go….Knight Academy
11am – 4.30pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members free
Sat 22 – Fri 28 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
Sun 23 Aug Helmsley Castle Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm
In advance: Adult £11, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13, Conc & Child £11
Sun 23 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50 Extra admission to Hall Members Free
Mon 24 – Fri 28 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…Myths & Legends
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Mon 24 – Fri 28 Aug Scarborough Castle Time Travellers Go…Pirate Academy
11am – 5pm
Adult £4.50, Conc £3.80, Child £2.30, Family £12.30 Members free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug Scarborough Castle The Pirate Castle
From 11.00am
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.00, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members free
Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go…
11am – 5pm
Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70,Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members free
(Bank Holiday) Myths & Legends
Sat 29 – Mon 31 Aug Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go….
11am – 5pm
Adult £3.50, Conc£3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members free
(Bank Holiday) Medieval Makeover
Sun 30 Aug Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band
3pm – 5pm
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Concert Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Sun 30 & Mon 31 August (Bank Holiday)Richmond Castle The Medieval Pageant
From 11am
Adult £5.00, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00 Members free
So plan ahead and why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and your family enjoy the English Heritage events. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Friday, 22 May 2009
Guests
It is always a pleasure to welcome back returning guests and especially those that have been coming for years as a family, and are now coming with their grandchildren. One of these families is returning next week and bringing their dog called 'Sally' I have been told on many an occasion that their pet dog has been named after me, I do take this as a compliment..........
Thursday, 21 May 2009
Vote For Your Favourite National Park
Vote for your favourite national park.
Countryfile wants to know which is your favourite national park from the following:
I voted for the beautiful North York Moors of course. Why not come and visit this beautiful national park and make Valley View Farm Cottages your base as you explore the North York Moors. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Countryfile wants to know which is your favourite national park from the following:
- Brecon Beacons
- The Broads
- The Cairngorms
- Dartmoor
- Exmoor
- The Lake District
- Loch Lomond and the Trossachs
- The New Forest
- Northumberland
- The North York Moors
- The Peak District
- The Pembrokeshire Coast
- Snowdonia
- The South Downs
- The Yorkshire Dales
I voted for the beautiful North York Moors of course. Why not come and visit this beautiful national park and make Valley View Farm Cottages your base as you explore the North York Moors. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Wednesday, 20 May 2009
York Roman Festival 23-24 May 2009
Come to York for the 7th annual York Roman Festival on 23-24 May 2009.
York Roman Festival is a public celebration of York’s Roman history and events throughout the weekend will entertain and educate visitors to the city.
Some of the weekends entertainment will include: Displays of Roman life, Children's shield painting competition and a Roman Soldier March through the city.
For a full break down of the itinery for the weekend then visit York Roman Festival.
So why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you are taken back to Roman times with the York Roman Festival. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
York Roman Festival is a public celebration of York’s Roman history and events throughout the weekend will entertain and educate visitors to the city.
Some of the weekends entertainment will include: Displays of Roman life, Children's shield painting competition and a Roman Soldier March through the city.
For a full break down of the itinery for the weekend then visit York Roman Festival.
So why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you are taken back to Roman times with the York Roman Festival. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Tuesday, 19 May 2009
Chelsea Flower Show - VIP Preview Day
I love to watch the daily events and goings on at the Chelsea Flower Show. The weather certainly didn't stop the celebrities coming out in force for the VIP preview day yesterday.
It was good to see Dame Helen Mirren with the real Calendar Girls and I loved the flowery dresses worn by Katherine Jenkins and Penny Lancaster.
I look forward to viewing all the garden designs and beautiful flowers at the show this year. Do you have a favourite part of the Chelsea flower Show?
It was good to see Dame Helen Mirren with the real Calendar Girls and I loved the flowery dresses worn by Katherine Jenkins and Penny Lancaster.
I look forward to viewing all the garden designs and beautiful flowers at the show this year. Do you have a favourite part of the Chelsea flower Show?
Thursday, 14 May 2009
English Heritage Events In Yorkshire In July 2009
English Heritage are holding many exciting and interesting events at English Heritage sites across the county in July 2009.
Sat 4 July Mount Grace Priory Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm In advance: Adult £10, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13,Conc & Child £11
Sun 5 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club & Brass Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Sat 11 & Sun 12 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Deeds Not Words –Votes for Women
11.00am – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Sat 11 & Sun 12 July Conisbrough Castle Meet the Medieval Jester
11.00am – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00, Members Free
Sun 12 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members Free
Wed 15 July Mount Grace Priory As You Like It by William Shakespeare
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm In advance: Adult £11, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13 Conc & Child £11
Sun 19 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to the Hall
Sat 25 – Fri 31 July Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go…Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members Free
Sat 25 & 26 July Richmond Castle The Legend of Robin Hood
11am – 5pm Adult £4.00, Conc £3.40, Child £2.00, Members Free
Sat 25 & 26 July Scarborough Castle Hilarious History
11am – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.00, Child £3.00, Family £13, Members Free
Sun 26 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members Free Extra admission to Hall
Mon 27 – 31 July Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go …Myths & Legends
11am - 5pm Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members Free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
So plan ahead and why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and your family enjoy the English Heritage events. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Sat 4 July Mount Grace Priory Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm In advance: Adult £10, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13,Conc & Child £11
Sun 5 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Yorkshire Thoroughbred Car Club & Brass Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Sat 11 & Sun 12 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Deeds Not Words –Votes for Women
11.00am – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to Hall
Sat 11 & Sun 12 July Conisbrough Castle Meet the Medieval Jester
11.00am – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00, Members Free
Sun 12 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members Free
Wed 15 July Mount Grace Priory As You Like It by William Shakespeare
Gates open at 6.45pm Performance starts at 7.30pm In advance: Adult £11, Conc & Child £9
On The Night: Adult £13 Conc & Child £11
Sun 19 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free Extra admission to the Hall
Sat 25 – Fri 31 July Clifford’s Tower Time Travellers Go…Medieval Makeover
11am – 5pm Adult £3.50, Conc £3.00, Child £1.80, Family £8.80 Members Free
Sat 25 & 26 July Richmond Castle The Legend of Robin Hood
11am – 5pm Adult £4.00, Conc £3.40, Child £2.00, Members Free
Sat 25 & 26 July Scarborough Castle Hilarious History
11am – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.00, Child £3.00, Family £13, Members Free
Sun 26 July Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Sunday Afternoon Band Concert
3pm – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members Free Extra admission to Hall
Mon 27 – 31 July Whitby Abbey Time Travellers Go …Myths & Legends
11am - 5pm Adult £5.50, Conc £4.70, Child £2.80, Family £14.80 Members Free £1 extra admission per child (non member and member)
So plan ahead and why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and your family enjoy the English Heritage events. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Wednesday, 13 May 2009
Man Flu
It is official, men really do suffer more than women when infected by the flu virus - who would have thought it! So I take all my cynical comments back and offer sincere apologies and will make a note to remind myself next time one of my men folk come down with this bug........
Tuesday, 12 May 2009
Bonfire Night 2009
Get planning ahead - Bonfire Night is officially the 5th November, although depending on what day the 5th of November is means that many places hold their actual bonfire and fireworks on days surrounding the actual day and you will usually find that many bonfires are over a weekend night where it gives the chance for more people to be able to attend.
Bonfire night usually involves a bonfire and burning a "guy" to represent Guy Fawkes and a firework display.
This year Bonfire Night is Thursday 5th November 2009, so get organised and plan ahead.
There are many organised firework displays and bonfire events across Yorkshire so why not take a weeks holiday at Valley View Farm and enjoy the bonfire events and firework displays in this area?
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Bonfire night usually involves a bonfire and burning a "guy" to represent Guy Fawkes and a firework display.
This year Bonfire Night is Thursday 5th November 2009, so get organised and plan ahead.
There are many organised firework displays and bonfire events across Yorkshire so why not take a weeks holiday at Valley View Farm and enjoy the bonfire events and firework displays in this area?
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Monday, 11 May 2009
BBC Countryfile Photographic Competition 2009
I was watching Countryfile last night and thought that I might have a go at taking some photographs of the Yorkshire countryside for this year's photographic competition. The theme for 2009 is Wild and Wonderful. The subject matter could be wildlife or landscape, but the photograph must have the Great British countryside at it's heart.
You can enter up to 4 photographs that you have taken and that you haven't entered into any other competitions or offered for sale.
The first prize is £1000 worth of photographic equipment, so get snapping now.
For more information about how to enter the Countryfile Photographic Competition 2009, click on the link to go to the Countryfile website.
So why not make Valley View Farm your base and get some fabulous shots of the wild and wonderful Yorkshire countryside. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
You can enter up to 4 photographs that you have taken and that you haven't entered into any other competitions or offered for sale.
The first prize is £1000 worth of photographic equipment, so get snapping now.
For more information about how to enter the Countryfile Photographic Competition 2009, click on the link to go to the Countryfile website.
So why not make Valley View Farm your base and get some fabulous shots of the wild and wonderful Yorkshire countryside. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Sunday, 10 May 2009
Market Days In Yorkshire
The Yorkshire Moors market towns have a weekly market day that makes a visit to these market towns even more interesting.
If you are looking to visit one of the Yorkshire market towns on their market day then here is a list of the market days.
Bedale - Tuesday
Easingwold - Friday
Filey - Friday
Helmsley - Friday
Kirbymoorside - Wednesday
Malton - Saturday
Northallerton - Wednesday & Saturday
Pickering - Monday
Scarborough - Daily indoor market
Stokesley - Friday
Thirsk - Monday & Saturday
Whitby - Saturday
Why not make Valley View Farm your base as you experience the hustle and bustle of the market days of Yorkshire market towns. Here at Valley View Farm we have stunning views of the Yorkshire countryside and a private courtyard to relax and enjoy the views after a busy day shopping at the market.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
If you are looking to visit one of the Yorkshire market towns on their market day then here is a list of the market days.
Bedale - Tuesday
Easingwold - Friday
Filey - Friday
Helmsley - Friday
Kirbymoorside - Wednesday
Malton - Saturday
Northallerton - Wednesday & Saturday
Pickering - Monday
Scarborough - Daily indoor market
Stokesley - Friday
Thirsk - Monday & Saturday
Whitby - Saturday
Why not make Valley View Farm your base as you experience the hustle and bustle of the market days of Yorkshire market towns. Here at Valley View Farm we have stunning views of the Yorkshire countryside and a private courtyard to relax and enjoy the views after a busy day shopping at the market.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Saturday, 9 May 2009
Pigs And Piglets On Neighbouring Farm
Pigs are one of my favourite farm animals and I couldn't resist taking these photos of the pigs and piglets on the farm up the road from us here at Valley View Farm.
The black and white pigs are the British Saddleback breed.
The pigs are enjoying rooting the grass in the field. Saddlebacks are a hardy breed so enjoy being outside. It looks like the piglets have some food in a trough which is separate from the sows. It seems that the farmer has put an electric fence up so that the sows can't eat the piglets food which is a good idea as the creep feed for piglets can make the sows have a poorly tummy if the sows eat it. The sows look like they are enjoying eating the grass.
The piglets only look a few weeks old - probably 4-6 weeks old at a guess.
What are your favourite farm animals? Do you have pigs and if so what is your favourite breed?
The black and white pigs are the British Saddleback breed.
The pigs are enjoying rooting the grass in the field. Saddlebacks are a hardy breed so enjoy being outside. It looks like the piglets have some food in a trough which is separate from the sows. It seems that the farmer has put an electric fence up so that the sows can't eat the piglets food which is a good idea as the creep feed for piglets can make the sows have a poorly tummy if the sows eat it. The sows look like they are enjoying eating the grass.
The piglets only look a few weeks old - probably 4-6 weeks old at a guess.
What are your favourite farm animals? Do you have pigs and if so what is your favourite breed?
Friday, 8 May 2009
English Heritage Events In Yorkshire In June 2009
English Heritage are holding a number of interesting events at English Heritage sites across the county in June 2009.
Sat 13 & Sun 14 June Richmond Castle Home Front Weekend 11am – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00, Members free
Sat 13 & Sun 14 June Rievaulx Abbey To Be A Pilgrim 11am – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free
Sat 20 & Sun 21 June Conisbrough Castle Time Travellers Go…Knight Academy
11am – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members free
Sun 21 June Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Classic Cars for Father’s Day 12 noon – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free. Extra admission to Hall
So plan ahead and why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and your family enjoy the English Heritage events.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Sat 13 & Sun 14 June Richmond Castle Home Front Weekend 11am – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.50, Child £3.00, Members free
Sat 13 & Sun 14 June Rievaulx Abbey To Be A Pilgrim 11am – 5pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free
Sat 20 & Sun 21 June Conisbrough Castle Time Travellers Go…Knight Academy
11am – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.25, Child £3.00, Family £13.00 Members free
Sun 21 June Brodsworth Hall & Gardens Classic Cars for Father’s Day 12 noon – 4.30pm Adult £5.00, Conc £4.30, Child £2.50, Members free. Extra admission to Hall
So plan ahead and why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages as you and your family enjoy the English Heritage events.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Thursday, 7 May 2009
Bluebells In Woods
May is the time to see bluebells growing in British woodlands. These Spring flowers grow well at this time of year in wooded areas as the leaves haven't fully opened and the bluebells have access to the light.
There are a number of Woodland Trust woods throughout Yorkshire were you can walk for free and see the beautiful bluebells at this time of year.
There are many woods in North Yorkshire where you are likely to see bluebells, here are just a few.
So if you fancy walking through Yorkshire woodlands and seeing the magnificent carpets of bluebells then why not make Valley View Farm your base. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
There are a number of Woodland Trust woods throughout Yorkshire were you can walk for free and see the beautiful bluebells at this time of year.
Hackfall , near Grewelthorpe, North Yorkshire.- Harry's Folly, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire.
There are many woods in North Yorkshire where you are likely to see bluebells, here are just a few.- Wood at Newton-under-Rosebury, near Great Ayton.
- Ray Wood at Castle Howard.
- Strid Woods near Bolton Abbey.
So if you fancy walking through Yorkshire woodlands and seeing the magnificent carpets of bluebells then why not make Valley View Farm your base. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Wednesday, 6 May 2009
Bluebells Flowering
I love to see the carpet of bluebells at this time of year as I drive through the Yorkshire countryside.
On bank holiday Monday one of my staff was out walking and came across some bluebells in a wood and photographed them.
Thanks Judith for sharing these lovely bluebell images with us. Have you seen any bluebells?
On bank holiday Monday one of my staff was out walking and came across some bluebells in a wood and photographed them.
Thanks Judith for sharing these lovely bluebell images with us. Have you seen any bluebells?
Tuesday, 5 May 2009
Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth Falls is a spectacular waterfall situated in a lovely wooded gorge, on the River Ure within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Near the village of Aysgarth, the River Ure tumbles over a series of broad limestone steps which are known as Aysgarth Falls.
The falls are a three flight waterfall and are one of Wensleydale's most famous beauty spots and were recently used as a location in the Kevin Costner film "Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves."
Take in the beauty of the falls with a pleasant riverside walk linking the Upper, Middle and Lower Falls.
There are well-signposted walks which wind through the wooded gorge, offering spectacular views and photo opportunities of the river and falls.
Nature lovers will also love this location as the area is carpeted in wild flowers in the Spring and Summer, and wild birds, squirrels and deer can often be seen amongst the trees.
Facilities - There is car parking at the Yorkshire Dales National Park Information Centre.
My thanks again go to Pauline for these beautiful photographs.
So if you fancy taking in the breathtaking views of the Aysgarth Falls then why not make Valley View Farm your base. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Near the village of Aysgarth, the River Ure tumbles over a series of broad limestone steps which are known as Aysgarth Falls.
The falls are a three flight waterfall and are one of Wensleydale's most famous beauty spots and were recently used as a location in the Kevin Costner film "Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves."
Take in the beauty of the falls with a pleasant riverside walk linking the Upper, Middle and Lower Falls.
There are well-signposted walks which wind through the wooded gorge, offering spectacular views and photo opportunities of the river and falls.
Nature lovers will also love this location as the area is carpeted in wild flowers in the Spring and Summer, and wild birds, squirrels and deer can often be seen amongst the trees.
Facilities - There is car parking at the Yorkshire Dales National Park Information Centre.My thanks again go to Pauline for these beautiful photographs.
So if you fancy taking in the breathtaking views of the Aysgarth Falls then why not make Valley View Farm your base. If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Monday, 4 May 2009
White Horse Near Kilburn
The white horse near Kilburn is a limestone hill figure that overlooks the village of Kilburn on the edge of the North york Moors. The horse is approximately 318 feet (97 metres) long by 220 ft (67 m) high and covers about 1.6 acres and is said to be the largest and most northerly in England.
The white horse was created in November 1857 by removing the topsoil and exposing the underlying limestone rock.
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Walkers can enjoy a birds eye view of the white horse as they walk the Cleveland Way to Sutton Bank.
So why not make Valley View Farm your base as you explore the white horse near Kilburn and Sutton Bank.
Thanks go to Pauline for these wonderful photographs.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
The white horse was created in November 1857 by removing the topsoil and exposing the underlying limestone rock.
View Larger Map
Walkers can enjoy a birds eye view of the white horse as they walk the Cleveland Way to Sutton Bank.
So why not make Valley View Farm your base as you explore the white horse near Kilburn and Sutton Bank.
Thanks go to Pauline for these wonderful photographs.If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Sunday, 3 May 2009
Photographs Of Old Byland
Valley View Farm and Cottages are located in the historic and picturesque village of Old Byland.
One of my recent guests, Pauline, took some photos of the village.
Pauline also took some views leading in and out if the village of Old Byland.
Thank you Pauline for these lovely photographs. Whenever I drive in and out of Old Byland, the beautiful views never cease to amaze me and I always feel so lucky that I live and work in such beautiful surroundings.
If you would like a little taste of this stunning scenery and tranquil location then why not book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages. You can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
One of my recent guests, Pauline, took some photos of the village.
Pauline also took some views leading in and out if the village of Old Byland.
Thank you Pauline for these lovely photographs. Whenever I drive in and out of Old Byland, the beautiful views never cease to amaze me and I always feel so lucky that I live and work in such beautiful surroundings.If you would like a little taste of this stunning scenery and tranquil location then why not book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages. You can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Saturday, 2 May 2009
More Photographs Of The Valley View Farm Cottages
Here are some new photographs of some of the Valley View Farm cottages taken by one of our recent guests, so thanks Pauline.
Photograph one shows Couch Cottage, photograph two shows Form Cottage & Photograph three shows Granary Cottage and Formicary Cottage.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Photograph one shows Couch Cottage, photograph two shows Form Cottage & Photograph three shows Granary Cottage and Formicary Cottage.
If you would like to book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Friday, 1 May 2009
Top 10 Articles On Valley View Farm Blog April 2009
Here is a round up of the top 10 articles on the Valley View Farm blog for April 2009, so grab a cup of tea and if you're sitting comfortably then why not catch up with some of the posts you may have missed.
- Easter Eggs Hunts In North Yorkshire.
- Easter Holidays In North Yorkshire.
- English Heritage Events In Yorkshire In May 2009.
- Brimham Rocks, Near Summerbridge.
- Middleham Stables Annual Open Day Event.
- Goathland.
- Valley View Farm Cottage In North Yorkshire.
- Hunters Of Helmsley Hampers.
- Outdoor Activities In North Yorkshire.
- Bolton Abbey.
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