Take advantage of low winter fares on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway this March

The North Yorkshire Moors Railway is a step back in time, with beautifully preserved stations, roaring steam engines and cosy carriages with friendly staff. Now couldn't be a better time to visit, from 3rd - 25th of March you can still enjoy the low winter rate before the summer services kick in. For more information visit www.nymr.co.uk

Valley View Farm is situated in the North York Moors National Park and ideally placed for all activities. The City of York famous for the National Railway Museum, stately homes - Duncombe Park, Nunnington Hall and Castle Howard are all easily accessible. Visit the 'Mouseman of Kilburn' the furniture legend and why not have a drink or meal at the Forresters Arms Pub. Helmsley is five miles away and is the nearest local market town with all amenities and a great place to source locally produced food, you will also enjoy the pretty drive there. Locally you can enjoy fishing, scenic walks or just sit and enjoy the views as you relax at the cottages. Activities in the area include clay pigeon shooting at Felixkirk and gliding at the gliding club at Sutton Bank.


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 .

Late Cottage Deals 10% Off For Week Of 9th March2012

We now have 10% off the cottages for a late deal for a 7 night stay or short break from 9th March 2012.

From 9th March 2012

Couch Cottage 7 nights from 9th March 2012 £287, now £259.

Form Cottage 3 nights from 9th March 2012 £172, now £155.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 9th March 2012 £287, now £259.

Drey Cottage 3 nights from 9th March 2012 £283, now £255.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 9th March 2012 £536, now £483.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 9th March 2012 £574, now £517.

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 .

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Whats going on this March

Here are just a few things going on around us throughout March.

Helmsley Walled Garden, 24th - Spring Fair, official plant centre opening with craft stalls, plant sales and accessories.

Fountains Abbey, 3rd - 25th - Weekend winter tours, a perfect way to discover the fascinating history behind this world heritage site.

Castle Howard, 31st - Mausoleum Tour, a chance to discover buildings not normally open to the public within the mysterious grounds.

York city centre, 10th - 11th - Continental Market, a selection of stalls offering an array of treats from Dutch toffee waffles to wild boar and blueberry sausages.

National Railway Museum, 10th March - National Science & Engineering Week, find out how shapes have helped to build the railway with workshops, talks and activities for all the family to discover.



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 late deal 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 .

Late Cottage Deals 20% Off For Week Of 2nd March 2012

We now have 20% off the cottages for a late deal for a 7 night stay from 2nd March 2012.

Form Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £287, now £230.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £287, now £230.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £471, now £377.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £536, now £429.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £574, now £460.


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 .

Mothers Day - Availability

We still have the following cottages available for a weeks break away to spoil your Mum this year.

Couch - 7 nights from 16th March - £287
Form - 7 nights from 16th March - £287
Formicary - 7 nights from 16th March - £287
Holt - 7 nights from 16th March - £536

To make your stay extra special we can arrange extra treats such as

• Bouquet of flowers in the cottage.
• Bottle of Champagne/wine/chocolates in the cottage.
• A hamper of Yorkshire fare in the cottage.
• Dinner reservations at any of our local excellent restaurants.
• Book a pampering treatment at the local beautician.
• Advise and recommend on a fun filled day with the whole family.

Please visit Valley View Farm for more information or telephone 01439 798221.

Late Cottage Deals From 2nd March 2012

We have just discounted the cottages for the week of 2nd March 2012 by 10%.


Couch Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £287, now £259.

Form Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £287, now £259.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £287, now £259.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £471, now £424.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £536, now £483.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 2nd March 2012 £574, now £517.

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 late deal 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 .

Late Cottage Deals 20% Off For Week Of 24th February 2012

We now have 20% off the cottages for a late deal for a 7 night stay from 24th February 2012.

Couch Cottage 7 nights from 24th February 2012 £287, now £230.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 24th February 2012 £287, now £230.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 24th February 2012 £471, now £377.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 24th February 2012 £536, now £429.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 24th February 2012 £574, now £460.


Form Cottage 3 nights short break week stay from 28th February 2012 £172, now £138.

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 .

Delve into 300 years of history at the Castle Howard new exhibition

From 24th March Castle Howard will be presenting it's history through a new exhibition of paintings, photographs and decorative arts.  The exhibition includes the famous 18th-century architectural engravings that first publicised Vanbrugh's magnificent building into the world.

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.

Mother's Day Weekend - Special Arrangements At Valley View Farm

Mothers Day Weekend is the 18th of March.

If you would like to treat your Mother on Mother's Day then why not book a stay at Valley View Farm Cottages and we can help make the weekend extra special with our special arrangements.

We can arrange for such treats as;

• Bouquet of flowers in the cottage.
• Bottle of Champagne/wine/chocolates in the cottage.
• A hamper of Yorkshire fare in the cottage.
• Dinner reservations at any of our local excellent restaurants.
• Book a pampering treatment at the local beautician.
• Advise and recommend on a fun filled day with the whole family.

To book a stay at one of the Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221 .

Cottages reviewed on Trip Advisor

It's always nice to get feedback and it was lovely to read this review by one of our guests posted on Trip Advisor.

"17 of us, as one family, had a great long weekend here in October and found the cottages fully equiped with everything we needed. The views are stunning and the rooms all very clean and comfortable. Very well heated for the dullest of days, lovely comfortable beds and thick duvets. We were near enough to all the sights and York proved to be a good day out for some whilst others liked Scarborough and we liked Eden Camp WW2 museum. We all had lunch at The Feathers in Helmsley - carvery- excellent for our group aged from 7 to 87.
Definately recommended."

Our 6 cottages sleep from 2-10 people so can accommodate even large families! 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.

Late Cottage Deals 20% Off For Week Of 17th February 2012

We now have 20% off the cottages for a late deal for a 7 night stay from 17th February 2012.

Couch Cottage 7 nights from 17th February 2012 £287, now £230.

Form Cottage 7 nights from 17th February 2012 £287, now £230.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 17th February 2012 £287, now £230.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 17th February 2012 £471, now £377.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 17th February 2012 £536, now £429.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 17th February 2012 £574, now £460.

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 .

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History Of Bringing Up Babies York Castle Museum

Learn all about bringing up babies in the past at York Castle Museum this half term from 11th to 19th February 2012.

Explore the history of baby care, dressing, feeding, soothing and celebrating from swaddling bands and baby grows to murder bottles and silver teething rings. Parents and grandparents are invited to tell their experiences...

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.

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Half Term York Stories Of The Past At York Castle Museum

I just wanted to let you know that you can bring the whole family along this half term to York Castle Museum for the York Stories where you can discover some of the stories that have affected people through the ages in peace and war. The York Stories event will take place from 11th - 19th February 2012, from 11am to 4pm.

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 with the family!

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.

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Late Cottage Deals 20% Off For Week Of 3rd February 2012

We now have 20% off the cottages for a late deal for a 7 night stay from 3rd February 2012.

Couch Cottage 7 nights from 3rd February 2012 £287, now £230.

Form Cottage 7 nights from 3rd February 2012 £287, now £230.

Formicary Cottage 7 nights from 3rd February 2012 £287, now £230.

Drey Cottage 7 nights from 3rd February 2012 £471, now £377.

Holt Cottage 7 nights from 3rd February 2012 £536, now £429.

Granary Cottage 7 nights from 3rd February 2012 £574, now £460.

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 .

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