Hill Gill & Grange Farm Walk, Valley View Farm, Old Byland

Valley View Farm Cottages has some excellent walks around the farm and surrounding area which are sure to delight any walker.
The Hill Gill and Grange Farm Walk Distance: 1 mile.

• Right out of the farmyard and right again, away from the village, onto the road towards Sutton Bank.
• Take the path on the left leading to Grange Farm, but just before the farm take the track to the left and go across two fields.
• Look for the footpath sign on the left, and go through the gate into Hill Gill.
  
• Follow the path across the gill and onto the road.
  
• Turn right to get back to the farm.
  

A wide variety of trees grow in Hill Gill – hawthorn, hazel, elder, blackthorn, sycamore –some of them very old specimens.The few bare Elm trunks are the legacy of Dutch Elm disease. As the gill widens out it provides a good undisturbed habitat for flowering plants.

So if you enjoy walking, then come and sample the walks we have to offer here at Valley View Farm cottages.

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.

Evening Walk, Valley View Farm, Old Byland

There are some lovely walks around Valley View Farm.

The Evening Walk is a distance of 1 mile (or more.)

• Right out of the farmyard and then turn left to the village. The green is on your right.
• Cross the green at the seat on the far side and go between the houses, to the field at the back. Cross to the top left hand corner, dis-used quarry on the right.
  
• Go into the next field (over the stile) and cross diagonally to the top left hand corner where it meets the road.
  
• Turn left* and follow the road back to the village and Valley View Farm.
  

*For a longer walk, turn right.

• When you come to a gate on your left with a bridleway sign, go through and follow the wall on your left as it runs away from the road; cross two fields, then turn left and walk with the wall on your right crossing three fields.
  
• At the corner of the third, turn left and with the wall on your right follow it back towards the lane.
  
• There is a stile onto the lane.
• Turn right and follow the road back to Old Byland.

So if you enjoy walking then come and sample the walks we have to offer here at Valley View Farm cottages.

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.

Things To Do At Sutton Bank

Sutton Bank is one of my favourite places. The views are spectacular and the peace and tranquility is much sought after!

There are a number of things to see and do at Sutton Bank

• Window on the Park exhibition.
• Walks.
  
• Cycle trail.
• Take a picnic.
  
• Books, souvenirs & local crafts.
• Tearoom.
• Moorsbus park and ride (seasonal).
• Wildlife Watch area.
• Watch the gliders.
  

Sutton Bank is 4 miles from Old Byland so Valley View Farm Cottages would be the perfect place to stay for those interested in experiencing the views of Sutton Bank and also for keen walkers as The Cleveland Way is close to 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 or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221 .

The River Ure

The River Ure has been named by the Countryfile magazine as one of 20 of Britain's hidden riverside retreats.

Julian Rollins says to "look out for hidden waterfalls, follies and grottoes."

Attractions near the River Ure include:
National Park Centre near Hawes.
Aysgarth Falls.
Middleham Castle.
Jervaulx Abbey.
Market town of Masham (home to the famous Theakston Brewery).
Marmion Tower (West Tanfield).
Norton Conyers.
The historic City of Ripon.
Newby Hall.
Devil's Arrows.

Did you know that near Linton-on-Ouse, the river changes its name to the River Ouse.

So if you fancy taking in the sights to behold along the River Ure 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.

Most Popular Posts On Valley View Farm Blog October 2009

Here is a round up of the most popular articles on the Valley View Farm blog for October 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.

1) Pickering War Weekend 16th-18th October 2009
2) Pickering War Weekend October 2009
3) Bonfire Night In North Yorkshire
4) Whitby - Spirit Of The Forties Weekend
5) Bonfire Night 2009
6) Valley View Farm Cottages In North Yorkshire.
7) Photographs of Cottages In A Slideshow
8) York Christmas Market 26th-29th November 2009
9) Halloween Party Ryedale Folk Museum
10) North Yorkshire Moors Railway, Goathland, North Yorkshire

So if you missed any of these posts, now's your chance to catch up and find out a bit about Valley View Farm Cottages and what North Yorkshire has to offer.

Special Offer For Reduced Occupancy Granary Cottage 20th November 2009

We have added a special offer for reduced occupancy on Granary Cottage for the week of 20th November 2009. We have reduced the price of the cottage down to the cost of a one bedroom cottage, so if you are looking for a cottage for two then Granary Cottage, which can sleep up to 6, may be just what you are looking for.

Granary Cottage

Fabulous 3 double bedroomed cottage with well laid out spacious accommodation.

Ground Floor

Large sitting room with lovely views over the communal patio and Moors beyond, access directly onto the patio. The sitting room is comfortably furnished for relaxing in and fully equipped with TV, freeview, dvd, video and the open fireplace has a coal effect gas fire.

Kitchen / dining area - The kitchen is fully equipped with integrated appliances - fridge/ freezer, dishwasher, microwave and a split level cooker. The dining area comfortably seats 6. There is a utility area which houses the washer/dryer.

Ground floor bedroom 1

Twin bedded room with large ensuite shower room with toilet and hand basin.

First Floor

Bedroom 2

Spacious, bright double bedded ensuite room which has a bath with shower over and a toilet and hand basin.

Bedroom 3

Good sized twin bedded ensuite room with bath and shower over as well as toilet and hand basin.

Electricity, gas, bedding and all towels are included in the quoted price. Please note that all cottages have a TV in each bedroom, a hairdryer, vacuum cleaner, an iron and ironing board. For those cottages without a freezer Sally is happy for you to use the freezer in the laundry room, however there is a freezer box in each fridge for smaller frozen items. There is also a drying room. All guests have access to the stone walled patio area which is South facing and equipped for your use with garden furniture.

So if you would like to take advantage of this excellent special offer then you can book online by clicking on the link or alternatively book over the telephone on 01439 798221.

Late Availability For Week Of 13th November 2009

Here is the late availability for Valley View Farm Cottages and rates for the week commencing 13th November:

Couch Cottage £198 for seven nights – Short breaks available £119

Drey Cottage 6 nights available from 13th £327 short breaks £196

Granary Cottage 7 nights £398 short break £203

Formicary Cottage 7 nights £198 short break £119

Form Cottage Short breaks only £119

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.