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There's Plenty to See and Do in Staithes and Robin Hood's Bay

The higgledy-piggledy seaside villages of Staithes and Robin Hood’s Bay are two of the most spectacular areas of interest here on the North Yorkshire coast. If you decide to pay a visit to either (or both) of these stunning spots, you’ll surely agree and below is a closer look some of our favourite things to see and do close by.

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26 October 2023

Halloween in Whitby & The North York Moors

The North York Moors, with its misty landscapes and mystifying myths and legends, are a haunting backdrop for an atmospheric adventure - but...

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6 September 2023

Things to do in the Lake District when it Rains

A holiday when the weather is wet doesn’t mean a washout, as there are still plenty of things to see and do in the Lake District when it rai...

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28 August 2023

Moor to Sea Cycle Route

The "Moor to Sea" cycle network connects Scarborough, Whitby, Dalby Forest, Great Ayton and Pickering across a series of moorland, forest an...

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11 July 2023

Visiting the North York Moors in July / August

Summer has arrived and full-leaf oaks, ashes and beeches are supporting hundreds of birds across our Thirley Cotes Farm estate and beyond, w...

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25 April 2023

Spring has Sprung

Lambing season is in full swing here in North Yorkshire and Thirley Cotes Farm is bustling with new life. The weather is warming, hedgerows...

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13 March 2023

Skiddaw from Keswick

One of the most popular walks in the Lake District takes you to Skiddaw from Keswick and offers fantastic views of the surrounding scenery a...

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26 February 2023

Year of The Yorkshire Coast

2023 is the Year of the Coast, and, with 26 miles of marvellous shoreline set here in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park - sandwiched b...

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27 January 2023

Yorkshire Gardens

If you’re planning a stay in one of our Yorkshire cottages, you won’t be stuck for things to do, with an abundance of outdoor activities on ...

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17 December 2022

Winter Walks North Yorkshire

What better way to stretch off the festive season than with a wrapped-up wander? If you’re looking to burn off the mince pies, we have mapp...

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LOCATIONS

Exceptional natural beauty is just a stone’s throw away with our holiday cottages in the Lake District and Yorkshire. Explore the beauty of the English countryside, mountains, seaside and more.

HIGH QUALITY
ACCOMMODATION

Our beautiful English country cottages are finished to the highest spec for an exceptional base wherever you choose to stay. All the home comforts you need, with a little-added luxury, ensure you can enjoy the occasional night in during your cottage escape.

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MANAGED

All our cottages are owned by Cottage Escapes. We have purchased and completely refurbished every property to provide you with the very best holiday accommodation

We've had a great week!

...really enjoyed staying in this lovely cottage. The weather has been pretty good, really, so plenty of walks. Fantastic views and Windy Gap lived up to its name!

Foster Family, Surrey - Marry's Cottage,
Derwent Water

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