Monday, 31 October 2011
Family Art On Saturdays York Art Gallery
These sessions are for accompanied children, with a £1 charge per child to cover the cost of materials. Sponsored by the Friends of York Art Gallery.
Dates for the diary include:
5 November, 11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm
Join artist Linda Tomlinson
3 December, 11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm
Join artist Lesley Seeger
Why not have a few days away and take a short break here at Valley View Farm cottages and visit York and the York art gallery.
If you would like to book a 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.
Sunday, 30 October 2011
Events at Castle Howard November 2011
- Friday 4th November 2011 - NSPCC Christmas Shopping Fair.
- Sunday 6th November 2011 - Castle Howard Wedding Fair.
- Saturday 26th November to Sunday 18th December 2011 - Christmas at Castle Howard.
- Saturday 26th November to Sunday 27th November 2011 - A Fireside Audience with Father Christmas.
- Sunday 27th November 2011 - Christmas Artsmix Market.
- Monday 28th November to Tuesday 29th November 2011 - Made in Yorkshire - 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.
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, 29 October 2011
Felt Making Castle Museum 12th November 2011
Felt artist Vivienne Morpeth will demonstrate how to make beautiful needle felted garden birds which can be made and worked by hand.
They are ideal as home decorations or even Christmas gifts/tree decorations. Suitable for all ages and abilities.
£25 per person. To book, telephone York Explore (library) on 01904 552806
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and then spend a day in York and visit the Castle Museum! If you would like to book a 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.
Friday, 28 October 2011
Fossil Collecting
Why not make Valley View Farm your base and visit the North East coast and go fossil hunting.
We are dog friendly holiday cottages so bring your dog, who will sure to love a walk along one of the superb coastal regions or North Yorkshire.
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, 27 October 2011
National Railway Museum, York
There are lots of special activities for the children during the holidays.
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and visit York!
If you would like to book a 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.
Wednesday, 26 October 2011
Farmhouse Breakfast Week 2012
Lots of breakfast events will be taking place between 22nd and 28th January 2012 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.
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, 25 October 2011
Late Availability For Holiday Cottages From 28th October 2011
From 28th October 2011
Form Cottage 3 nights from 28th October 2011 £164.
Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £273.
Drey Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £449.
Holt Cottage 4 nights from 31st October 2011 £280.
Granary Cottage 3 nights from 28th October 2011 £328.
There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!
If you would like to book a 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 .
Monday, 24 October 2011
Robert Fuller's Winter Art Exhibition Starts 29th October 2011
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from Thixendale, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and take a scenic drive to The Robert Fuller exhibition!
If you would like to book a 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.
Sunday, 23 October 2011
Make Traditional Christmas Decorations Castle Museum 26th & 27th November 2011
This workshop will give you the skills you need to make your own traditional Christmas decorations using natural materials. Learners will look at willow and cane and learn about its preparation, before starting the practical element.
£20 per person for one day. To book, telephone York Explore (library) on 01904 552806
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and then spend a day in York and visit the Castle Museum! If you would like to book a 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, 22 October 2011
Christmas Carols In Kirkgate December 2011
This is a popular festive celebration in the recreated Victorian street, Kirkgate.
Members of the York Philharmonic Male Voice Choir are joined by ladies from The Kirkgate Ladies to sing a programme of traditional Christmas carols.
The cafe will be open from 6pm, prior to the concert, selling seasonal fare and hot drinks.
Tickets are £14.50 or £12.50 for concessions and this price includes a programme. They go on sale at the museum reception from 9.30am on 3 October, and are available by telephone from 9.30am on 4 October, on 01904 650333.
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and then spend a day in York, with an evening listening to the Christmas carols! If you would like to book a 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.
Friday, 21 October 2011
Duncombe Park Christmas Craft Fair 12th - 13th November 2011
Duncombe Park is just a 13 minute drive from Valley View Farm Cottages so why not take a break at our 4 star holiday cottages and combine it with a visit to Duncombe Park and the Christmas Craft Fair.
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.
Thursday, 20 October 2011
Torchlit Tours Of Castle Museum 28th & 29th October
Come and enjoy a behind-the-scenes guided tour of the museum where you will hear stories of life for inmates in the former prison buildings, look at curiosities on display and hear stories of apparent ghostly sightings within the walls of the 18th century buildings.
£10 per person, telephone 01904 650333 to book a place, numbers limited.
Why not make your base one of the Valley View Farm Cottages, which are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and then spend a day in York and make a visit to York Castle Museum! If you would like to book a 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.Wednesday, 19 October 2011
History Of Yorkshire Museum Talk 15th November 2011
Find out more about the museum and handle objects from its renowned collections with assistant curator of archaeology, Natalie McCaul.
£5 per person. To book, telephone 01904 650333.
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and spend a day in York!
If you would like to book a 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.
Tuesday, 18 October 2011
Superstitious Tales & Spooky Stories At Castle Museum 22nd - 30th October 2011
"Visit during the half-term holiday and enjoy some superstitious tales and spooky stories. There will be poems and stories suitable for the very young in a special room near to the Victorian street, as well as more chilling tales for older children in the York Castle Prison cells.
Visitors will be able to learn about the superstitions behind some of the objects in the collection. There will also be the chance to make a 'witch ball', which people traditionally placed in the windows of their homes to ward off evil spirits."
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and spend a day in York!
If you would like to book a 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.
October Half Term Activities York Art Gallery
Here are some of the activities listed below.
Detail from Cricket Cat by Louis Wain - Come and play at York Art Gallery where we'll be looking at traditional games in activities inspired by our new exhibition Games People Play.
Design a playing card or draw your own Happy Family. Make a snake or a ladder for our giant game board or just have a go at playing one of our traditional games.
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
£1 each, to cover materials, no need to book, just call in.
Illuminating York - 28 and 29 October, open until 8pm
The gallery is opening late as part of this city-wide Illuminating York festival - visit the festival website for more details.
Our sister attractions the Yorkshire Museum and York Castle Museum will be running torch-lit tours during the festival.
The Controversy of Art - a conversation - 29 October, half-hour sessions at 5.30pm and 6.30pm
A tour of the William Etty: Art and Controversy exhibition in the company of two actors taking the role of art critics from William Etty's day.
Free, no booking required.
Adult Learning Evening - 28 October, 6 - 8pm
A celebration of Adult Learning at the art gallery with a carousel of talks by curators and partner organisations (City of York Council, York Open Studios, Open College of the Arts, Friends of York Art Gallery, SAASY, U3A, University of York)
Free, no need to book.
Doodle Manifesto: The Big Draw - 29 October, 6 - 8pm
Drop in and doodle with Doodle Manifesto in an 'after-hours' collaborative drawing session. Everyone welcome.
Free, no need to book.
Why not have a few days away and take a short break here at Valley View Farm cottages and a break away with a visit to York and an art session for the children.
Give us a call on 01439 798221 or +441439 798221 to check availability for this week.
Monday, 17 October 2011
Astronomy Events October Half Term 2011
- Astronomy Day and Night - 27 October A day of looking at the stars and planets in and around the York Observatory in the Museum Gardens.
- Get Creative 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 4pm Draw the stars and model a planet at these drop-in workshops.
- Observatory Open Day 11.30am - 2.30pm Come and look around the oldest working observatory in Yorkshire.
- Meet the Astronomer 12.30pm - 1pm Astronomer Martin Lunn will show you what to look out for in the winter sky.
- Telescope Session 2pm - 4pm Look through an 18th century telescope.
- Observing the Night Sky 6.30pm - 8.30pm Drop in and gaze at the night sky, right here in the Museum Gardens. Free, no need to book. Part of the Illuminating York festival.
If you would like to book a 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.
Sunday, 16 October 2011
Learn All About Potatoes 22nd October Ryedale Folk Museum
This half term join in with the Potato Week celebrations and Big Draw activites. There will be artists workshops in the Manor House all week, so you can come and create your own work of art! There will also be a celebration of all things potato with cooking, potato based crafts and everything you need to know about the potato!
Ryedale Folk Museum is just under a 30 minute drive from Old Byland so why not take a break in one of our 4 star self catering holiday cottages and spend a few days exploring North Yorkshire and the many historical places this county has to offer.
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, 15 October 2011
Yorkshire Museum October Half Term Activities
on the 25th, 26th and 28th October, 10.30am - 12.30pm and 1.30pm - 4pm
Join the drop-in sessions during the half-term holiday. Add colour and play with the "Alphabet Twister" game. Then design a medieval tile featuring your own initials.
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and visit York!
If you would like to book a 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.
Friday, 14 October 2011
Observatory Open Day From October 2011
"Come and gaze upon the stars in what is the oldest working observatory in Yorkshire.Free entry.
The observatory was built in 1832 and 1833 and its 4in refractor telescope was built by York man Thomas Cooke in 1850 before he went on to make the then-largest telescope in the world. York played a crucial role in the development of astronomy in the 1780s when York-based astronomers John Goodricke and Edward Piggot laid the foundations of the study of stars of varying brightness."
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and visit York!
If you would like to book a 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.
Thursday, 13 October 2011
Ceramic Plate Decorating 15th October 2011 Castle Museum
Come and be inspired by the ceramic collection at the museum. Be guided in the process of surface pattern and design by tutor, artist Kirstie Briggs-Bateman and decorate your own plate to take away.
£10 per person. To book, telephone 01904 650333.
Valley View Farm cottages are just an hours drive from York, so why not book a stay here in the North York Moors and spend a day in York!
If you would like to book a 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.
Wednesday, 12 October 2011
Pickering War Weekend 14th to 16th October 2011
Learn about how we lived in the 1940’s with this reminiscent weekend, attend some of the events taking place either in Pickering or aboard the NYMR – great fun and informative too!
This year will be the 19th annual Pickering War weekend. Revisit the past and wartime England with the The Pickering War Weekend. Visit Pickering and the surrounding villages to learn about how we used to lived in the 1940’s.
Events taking place in Pickering and on the NYMR include:
- street parties and displays,
- special exhibitions at Beck Isle Museum, North Yorkshire Moors Steam Railway and the Kirk Theatre.
- Villages along the Railway line will also be holding events too.
Saturday sees processions in the High Street, military vehicles, singers, bands and 40's style evening dances.
On the Friday and Saturday evenings from 7.30pm -11pm there will be nostalgic dancing and fun to the music of Ava Disco with DJ Lynne (back by popular demand).
The event will include original soundtracks of events that took place during those World War II years and dancing to nostalgic music for swing plus old time favourites such as the valeta, St Bernard Waltz, military two step plus quicksteps and foxtrots.
The railway stations are taken over with Levisham becoming occupied France and Goathland defended by The Home Guard. It is a popular and fun event which is growing each year.
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is just a 30 minute drive from Valley View Farm in Old Byland, so why not stay at one of our 4 star self catering cottages and journey back in time to wartime England and learn how the railways played their part in history.
Tuesday, 11 October 2011
Late Cottage Deals From 21st October 2011
From 21st October 2011
Couch Cottage 3 nights from 21st October 2011 £178.
Form Cottage 7 nights from 21st October 2011 £296.
Drey Cottage 7 nights from 21st October 2011 £475.
Formicary Cottage 4 nights from 24th October 2011 £178.
There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!
Monday, 10 October 2011
English Heritage Events In Yorkshire In November 2011
- Sat 5 - Sun 6 Nov Whitby Abbey Gothic Days 11.30am- 3.30pm £6/ £5.40/ £3.60/ £15.60. EH Members free
- Sat 26 - Sun 27 Nov Cliffords Tower An audiences with Victorian Father Christmas 11am - 4pm £3.90/ £3.50/ £2.30/ £10.10. EH Members free
If you would like to book a 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.
Wednesday, 5 October 2011
Late Cottage Deals From 28th October 2011
Form Cottage 3 nights from 28th October 2011 £164.
Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £273.
Drey Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £449.
Holt Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £510.
Granary Cottage 3 nights from 28th October 2011 £328.
There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!
If you would like to book a 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.
Tuesday, 4 October 2011
Short Breaks From 14th October 2011
From 14th October 2011
Couch Cottage 1 nights from 17th October 2011 phone for a price.
Drey Cottage 1 nights from 14th October 2011 phone for a price and 3 nights from 18th October 2011 phone for a price .Holt Cottage 4 nights from 17th October 2011 £320.
Granary Cottage 7 nights from 14th October 2011 £571.
There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!
If you would like to book a 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 .
Monday, 3 October 2011
Cottage Availability For October 2011
Here is the cottage availability for October 2011.
Form Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £296.
Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £296.
Holt Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £534.
Granary Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £571.
From 14th October 2011
Couch Cottage 1 nights from 17th October 2011 phone for a price.
Drey Cottage 1 nights from 14th October 2011 phone for a price and 3 nights from 18th October 2011 phone for a price .Holt Cottage 4 nights from 17th October 2011 £320.
Granary Cottage 7 nights from 14th October 2011 £571.
From 21st October 2011
Couch Cottage 3 nights from 21st October 2011 £178.
Drey Cottage 7 nights from 21st October 2011 £475.
Formicary Cottage 4 nights from 24th October 2011 £178.
From 28th October 2011
Form Cottage 3 nights from 28th October 2011 £164.
Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £273.
Drey Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £449.
Holt Cottage 7 nights from 28th October 2011 £510.
Granary Cottage 3 nights from 28th October 2011 £328.
There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!
If you would like to book a 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 .
Sunday, 2 October 2011
Cottage Availability From 7th October 2011
Here is the cottage availability from 7th October 2011.
Form Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £296.
Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £296.
Holt Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £534.
Granary Cottage 7 nights from 7th October 2011 £571.
There are plenty of things to see and do in North Yorkshire but if you just want to have a break and relax then the cottages are a tranquil place to unwind with a good book, newspaper or a game with the family. Click on this link to see what games we have available. All you need to do is bring your slippers!
If you would like to book a 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 .
Tel. 01439 798221 or +441439 798221 mailto:sally@valleyviewfarm.com
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