Tuesday, 13 November 2012

New Years Eve Breaks 2012


Bored of the same loud, over-priced and cheesey New Years Eve party?  Why not make a change this year and celebrate in the country!  Experience a peaceful and relaxing New Years Eve.  What could be better than settling in front of the fire in one of our cosy cottages surrounded by beautiful countryside for a well deserved rest after the hectic Christmas period.

We still have some availability over the New Years Eve period for a break away with 7 nights from 28th December starting at £504.  Please visit our Booking page or telephone 01439 798221 for more information.

Monday, 12 November 2012

Christmas at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway

Santa is making a few special scheduled stops at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway in December before he has to head back to the North Pole in time for Christmas! A perfect outing on the Santa Express for families - especially for those of you with young children - departures from nearby Pickering, Grossmont and Whitby Stations.

With only 3 services available for return trips on selected days in December make sure you book in advance. Adults can enjoy a sneaky tipple while the children have the chance to meet with Santa on his Grotto on board the train and have a glass of juice and a festive mince pie.

There is always plenty to do in North Yorkshire. Visit our 'What to See & Do' page to find out more about attractions and events in our local area.

Sunday, 11 November 2012

Pets & Dogs Welcome at Valley View Farm

Many of our guest bring their dogs along for their stay at Valley View Farm Cottages, however as well as dogs we have welcomed a range of pets to the cottages. Cats and other small animals are also welcome. We have even had tortoise, parrots, ferrets and birds of prey staying!

The North Yorkshire Moors is lovely for walkers to explore and if you bring your dogs to our cottages you'll even find some beautiful walks right from the door.

So if you have a pet or pets and would like to stay at Valley View Farm cottagesthen don't hesitate to contact us on telephone number 01439 798221 or for international enquiries call +441439 798221 or via email sally@valleyviewfarm.com

Saturday, 10 November 2012

Nunnington Hall - A 1920's Family Christmas

If you're in the festive mood why not join in with a glass of sherry and a visit to Santa - 1920's style! Between 24th November and 16 December 2012 each room of the Nunnington Hall house will take on a different stage of Christmas from the 1920's and children can even visit Santa. You can even do a bit of Christmas shopping in the gift shop.

Booking for Santa is essential - please call 01439 748283 for details.

Valley View Farm is just 7 miles away from the spectacular Nunnington Hall. So if you're thinking of somewhere cosy to explore Yorkshire and get into the festive mood, then why not check availability and find out more please visit our website.

Friday, 9 November 2012

Thirsk Christmas Fayre and Market 2012

Don't miss the big Christmas Light switch on in Thirsk on 30th November. The Christmas Fayre and Market runs from 30th November till 2nd December - after last years' successful market it seems set to be bigger and better this year with a focus on market stalls to help you with those little Christmas gifts for friends and family.

Situated on the cobbled streets of Thirsk and only ten miles away from the farm, what better way to spend a crisp winter's day taking a look around the market.

We offer a friendly and informal atmosphere situated in the beautiful surroundings of Helmsley, North Yorkshire. Views from the cottages are stunning and far reaching over the Yorkshire Moors. To find out more about our friendly and affordable accommodation please visit www.valleyviewfarm.com

Holiday Cottage Sleeping 1 in Helmsley, North Yorkshire

Our our holiday cottages are based in the beautiful surroundings of Helmsley in North Yorkshire.  Based on a working farm, you will get a real taste for the countryside on a break away with us.   The North Yorkshire Moors is the perfect place for walking, especially if you have dogs as our cottages will accommodate all pets.

Couch Cottage is the perfect holiday cottage for a single person, opening up onto the bright south facing courtyard.   The open plan living area incorporates a sitting and dining area and a kitchen.  The cottage is well equipped with TV, freeview, DVD, video and an open fireplace with log effect fire.  The kitchen comes complete with fridge, dishwasher, microwave, cooker and washer/dryer.

If you would like to enjoy a relaxing break away then phone us direct on 01439 798221 and mention this blog to receive a 20% for single occupancy.*   Visit www.valleyviewfarm.com for more information.


*Offer lasts until April 2013, not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.


Thursday, 8 November 2012

Dog Friendly Pubs to Visit

Some of our guests staying here at Valley View Farm Cottages have asked about Dog Friendly Pubs.

After a little research I have found that the following pubs are dog friendly, I never realised there were so many dog friendly pubs in North Yorkshire.

AINDERBY STEEPLE Wellington Heifer - Telephone: 01609 775542

AINTHORPE The Fox and Hound - Telephone: 01287 660 218

APPLETON-LE-MOORS The Moors Inn - Telephone: 01751 - 417435

APPLETREEWICK The New Inn - Telephone: 01756 720252

ASKRIGG The Kings Arms - Telephone: 01969 650817

AUSTWICK The Game Cock Inn - Telephone: 015242 51226

AYSGARTH The George & Dragon Inn - Telephone: +44 (0)1969 663358

BARLBY The New Inn - Telephone: 01757702349

BELLERBY The Cross Keys - Telephone: 01969 622256

BLAKEY RIDGE The Lion Inn - Telephone: 01751 417320

BOROUGHBRIDGE The Black Bull - Telephone: 01423 322413

BRIDLINGTON Royal Dog & Duck Hotel - Telephone: 01262 850 206

BURNISTON Three Jolly Sailors - Telephone: 01723 871628

CALCUTT The Union - Telephone: 01423 862084

CARPERBY The Wheatsheaf Inn - Telephone: 01969 663216

CAWOOD The Castle Inn - Telephone: 01757 268324

CAWOOD The Ferry Inn - Telephone: 01757 268515

CONSTABLE BURTON Wyvill Arms -Telephone: (01677) 450581

CRAY The White Lion - Telephone: 01756 760262

CROPTON The New Inn - Telephone: 01751 417330

DARLEY The Wellington Inn - Telephone: (01423) 780362 / 781445

EAST WITTON The Blue Lion - Telephone: 01969 624273

EAST WITTON The Cover Bridge Inn - Telephone: 01969 623250

EGTON BRIDGE Horse Shoe - Telephone: 01947 895245

EGTON BRIDGE Postgate Inn - Telephone: 01947 895241

EGTON Ye Old Horseshoe Inn - Telephone: 01947 895274

FILEY The Three Tuns - Telephone: 01723 512183

GARGRAVE The Mason - Telephone: 01756 749304

GARGRAVE The Masons Arms - Telephone: 01756 749304

GLAISDALE Arncliffe Arms - Telephone: 01947 897555

GOATHLAND Inn on the Moor - Telephone: 01947 896296

GRASSINGTON Old Hall Inn - Telephone: 01756 752441

GRASSINGTON The Devonshire Hotel

GRASSINGTON The Forrester - Telephone: 01756 752349

GREEN HAMMERTON The Bay Horse - Telephone: 01423 330338

GRINTON The Bridge Inn - Telephone: 01748 884224

HARMBY The Pheasant Inn - Telephone: 0871 4261272

HARROGATE The Empress - Telephone: 01423 567629

HARROGATE The Harrogate Arms

HORTON-IN-RIBBLESDALE Crown Hotel - Telephone: 01729 860 209

INGLETON The Craven Heifer Inn - Telephone: 01524 242515

INGLETON The Three Horseshoes - Telephone: 01524241247

INGLETON The Wheatsheaf - Telephone: 01524 241275

KILBURN The Forresters Arms - Telephone: 01347 868386

KIRKBYMOORSIDE The Lion Inn - Telephone: 01751 417320

KNARESBOROUGH Blind Jacks - Telephone: 01423 869148

LEALHOLM The Board Inn - Telephone: 01947 897279

LOW CATTON Gold Cup Inn - Telephone: 01759 371354

MALHAM The Listers Arms Hotel - Telephone: 01729 830330

MIDDLEHAM The Black Swan - Telephone: 01969 622221

NABURN Blacksmiths Arms - Telephone: 01904 623464

NEWTON IN RAWCLIFFE Mucky Duck Inn - Telephone: 01751 472505

NORTHALLERTON The Black Bull - Telephone: 01609 773565

PICKERING The Fox & Rabbit - Telephone: 01751 460213

PICKERING The Hall - Telephone: 01751 474789

PICKERING The White Swan Inn - Telephone: 01751 472288

PICKERING White Horse Farm Inn - Telephone: 01751 417239

POOLE IN WHARFEDALE The Hunters Inn - Telephone: 01132 841090

REETH The King's Arms - Telephone: 01748 884259

ROBIN HOOD'S BAY The Bay Hotel - Telephone: 01947 880278

ROBIN HOODS BAY The Laurel Inn - Telephone: 01947 880400

SCARBOROUGH Old Scalby Mills - Telephone: 01723 500449

SCARBOROUGH Ox Pasture Hall - Telephone: 01723 365295

SCARBOROUGH The Cask Inn - Telephone: 01723 500570

SCOTTON Guy Fawkes Arms - Telephone: 01423 862598

SETTLE Golden Lion Hotel - Telephone: 01729 822203

SKIPTON The Bull - Telephone: 01756 792065

SKIPTON The Narrow Boat - Telephone: 01756 797922

SKIPTON The Royal Shepherd - Telephone: 01756 793178

SNAPE The Castle Arms Inn - Telephone: +44 (0)1677 470270

STAINFORTH The Craven Heifer - Telephone: 01729 822599

STAITHES Cod and Lobster - Telephone: 01947 841993

STAITHES The Royal George - Telephone: 01947 841432

TERRINGTON The Bay Horse Inn - Telephone: 01653 648416

THIRSK The Dog and Gun - Telephone: 01845 522150

THORALBY The George Inn - Telephone: 01969667256

THRESHFIELD The Old Hall Inn - Telephone: 01756 752441

WEST BURTON Fox and Hounds - Telephone: 01969 663111

WHITBY Beckett's

WHITBY Robertsons Fish Restaurant - Telephone: 01947 821576

WHITBY The Black Horse Inn - Telephone: 01947 602906

WHITBY The Fleece - Telephone: 01947 603649

WHITBY The Granby

WHITBY The Hart Inn - Telephone: 01947 893304

WHITBY The Station Tavern - Telephone: 01947 895060

WHITBY The Wellington - Telephone: 01947 602899

YORK Minster Inn - Telephone: 01904 624499

YORK The Brigantes Bar - Telephone: 01904 675355

YORK The Three-Legged Mare - Telephone: 01904 638246

This list is sourced from DOGGIE PUBS website which will provide you with more information about the pubs.

So why not make Valley View Farm your base and then you and your dog can take advantage of all the dog friendly pubs in North Yorkshire.

If you would like to book a stay at one of the dog friendly Valley View Farm holiday cottages then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.
Valley View Farm, Old Byland, Helmsley, York YO62 5LG
Tel. 01439 798221 or +441439 798221 mailto:sally@valleyviewfarm.com
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