Jack’s guidebook
Sightseeing/walking/cycling
Download the app Kamoot for tailored routes from the cottage.
Be mindful dogs must be on the lead when walking over the moors, due to nesting birds.
Danby Beacon
RAF Danby Beacon, WWII local land mark. 2.5 mile walk over moors from cottage.
Danby Lodge is our historic visitor centre, set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Esk, near Danby. 3.5 miles from cottage.
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The Moors National Park Centre
Lodge LaneDanby Lodge is our historic visitor centre, set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Esk, near Danby. 3.5 miles from cottage.
Beautiful historic landmark just 3 mile walk from the cottage through farmland, enjoy walking along the river esk and up through the woods adjacent to the bridge.
Beggar's Bridge
Beautiful historic landmark just 3 mile walk from the cottage through farmland, enjoy walking along the river esk and up through the woods adjacent to the bridge.
Pubs and restaurants
There are countless amazing places to eat along the North York Moors, most accessible from the trainline. We have listed a few walking distance here, however there are many others in an under 10mile radius. Including many beautiful eateries along the coast.
The Board Inn
Village greenTraditional pub a short walk from the cottage, in the village of Lealholm.
Traditional country pub, great stop off for a drink. Under 5 miles from cottage.
Duke Of Wellington Inn
2 West LnTraditional country pub, great stop off for a drink. Under 5 miles from cottage.
Traditional 16th Century pub and restaurant, 5 miles from the cottage. Danby is also on the trainline.
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The Fox & Hounds Inn
45 Brook LnTraditional 16th Century pub and restaurant, 5 miles from the cottage. Danby is also on the trainline.
Great local pub with delicious food including their famous 'Chicken Parmo' which is a must try. Often have live music and sport showing. Just over 5 miles from the cottage, Castleton is also a stop on the trainline.
The Downe Arms Inn
3 High StGreat local pub with delicious food including their famous 'Chicken Parmo' which is a must try. Often have live music and sport showing. Just over 5 miles from the cottage, Castleton is also a stop on the trainline.
Elegant dining in the country at this Michelin Guide restaurant. Beautiful food and amazing cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere, this pub is conviniently next to Castleton Moor Station. 6 miles from cottage.
The Eskdale Castleton
Station RoadElegant dining in the country at this Michelin Guide restaurant. Beautiful food and amazing cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere, this pub is conviniently next to Castleton Moor Station. 6 miles from cottage.
The Lion Inn on remote Blakey Ridge is a 16th Century free house. The most secluded pub surrounded with walking and views as far as the eye can see. 11 miles from cottage.
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Lion Inn
The Lion Inn on remote Blakey Ridge is a 16th Century free house. The most secluded pub surrounded with walking and views as far as the eye can see. 11 miles from cottage.
Tearooms
Shepherds Hall Tea Rooms & Craft Gallery
Lealholm LaneVillage tearooms, 1.3 miles from cottage.
Yorkshire Cycle hub, cafe and bike shop. 5.4mile walk/cycle from cottage.
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Yorkshire Cycle Hub
Yorkshire Cycle hub, cafe and bike shop. 5.4mile walk/cycle from cottage.
Sport
Scaling Dam Reservoir is a freshwater man-made lake, beautiful place to walk, take in the wildlife, enjoy fishing and watersports. Under 5 miles from our cottage.
Scaling Dam Sailing Club
Scaling Dam Reservoir is a freshwater man-made lake, beautiful place to walk, take in the wildlife, enjoy fishing and watersports. Under 5 miles from our cottage.
Beaches.
8.7 miles from cottage, park here to enjoy lovely food and walk along the beach to the historic town of Whitby. Find the 'best burger ever' truck here, follow Mad Marys burgers on social media for opening times.
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Sandsend Beach
8.7 miles from cottage, park here to enjoy lovely food and walk along the beach to the historic town of Whitby. Find the 'best burger ever' truck here, follow Mad Marys burgers on social media for opening times.
Beautiful beach, be mindful of steep hill to and from carpark. The sunrise can be seen from this often quiet beach just 8.6 miles from the cottage.
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Runswick Bay
Beautiful beach, be mindful of steep hill to and from carpark. The sunrise can be seen from this often quiet beach just 8.6 miles from the cottage.
Visit the historic town of Whitby for anything from a whale watching boat tour, to the dracular experience. End your day walking up the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey to enjoy a pint overlooking this beautiful town. 10 miles from cottage, end of trainline.
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Whitby Beach Huts
Cleveland WayVisit the historic town of Whitby for anything from a whale watching boat tour, to the dracular experience. End your day walking up the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey to enjoy a pint overlooking this beautiful town. 10 miles from cottage, end of trainline.
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Cómo moverse
Esk Valley trainline runs between Whitby and Middlesbrough
The train calls at many villages along the North York Moors, packed with places to explore, walks to discover and many traditional and modern food establishments can be found along the line. There is a station a short walk from the cottage and the timetable can be found on the northen railway website
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Footwear
One of the benefits of this rural retreat is its secluded, romantic feel in the heart of the rugged North York moors. With this atmosphere and setting comes with its own weather, please be mindful that walking in the winter months will require proper footwear, to get the most out of exploring this beautiful landscape.