The local village has a Post Office, stores and a pub serving lunches and evening meals. There is a children’s play area and tennis court nearby. As well as York, the towns of Helmsley, Malton and Pickering are close by. Local attractions include Castle Howard, many National Trust properties,the James Herriot experience in Thirsk, the North York Moors Railway, Flamingo Land for children and the Moors themselves. The area is ideal for walking and cycling enthusiasts, the village is on the Cleveland Way and good pubs and restaurants abound.
Further details can be found in the information brochure which we have compiled at the cottage.
For the music enthusiast, there is also a piano, which you are welcome to play.