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be short of activities for a brilliant<br />
family day out. For bigger kids & thrill<br />
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Take <strong>to</strong> the trees at Aerial Extreme or<br />
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with Yorkshire Gliding Club. Perfect<br />
your riding skills at Northaller<strong>to</strong>n<br />
Equestrian Centre or enjoy a range<br />
of activities at Yorkshire Outdoors,<br />
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www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/moorsbus<br />
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something for everyone. Go <strong>to</strong><br />
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for more information on hotels, guest<br />
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<strong>direct</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>London</strong><br />
<strong>HERRIOT</strong> <strong>COUNTRY</strong><br />
STANDARD CLASS ADVANCE PURCHASE SINGLE TICKET<br />
Free Wi-Fi, more legroom and friendly staff<br />
NORTHALLERTON THIRSK YORK<br />
Buy your tickets now at<br />
www.grandcentralrail.com<br />
FROM AS LITTLE AS<br />
EAGLESCLIFFE<br />
FOR TEESSIDE<br />
Arts<br />
These tickets are only<br />
available in advance of<br />
travel and there are a<br />
limited number for<br />
each service available,<br />
so book early.<br />
SUNDERLAND HARTLEPOOL<br />
Advance Purchase tickets are also available <strong>to</strong> buy from<br />
station ticket offices and by calling 0844 811 0071<br />
Come & stay with us...
Activities & Outdoor Arts & Entertainment Attractions Family Food & Drink Heritage Museums<br />
Aerial Extreme<br />
Beaver Furniture<br />
Camp Hill, Kirkling<strong>to</strong>n, Bedale, DL8 2LS www.aerialextreme.co.uk<br />
t: 08456 521736<br />
e: info@aerialextreme.co.uk<br />
Join us for an exhilarating experience on one of the world’s most awesome<br />
Adventure Ropes Courses, boasting over 30 exciting obstacles! The outdoors<br />
has never been this much fun!<br />
Carl<strong>to</strong>n Lodge Outdoor Centre<br />
Complete Yorkshire<br />
Dutch House<br />
Carl<strong>to</strong>n Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ<br />
www.carl<strong>to</strong>nlodge.org.uk<br />
t: 01845 522145<br />
e: carl<strong>to</strong>nlodge@nyy.org.uk<br />
Adventure, learning and discovery for 4 – 25 year olds. Choose from over 20<br />
exciting activities. Day and residential visits for groups, school holiday activity<br />
days. Family Fun Day every July, check the website for details.<br />
1-5 The Shambles, York, YO1 7LZ<br />
www.completeyorkshire.com<br />
t: 01904 270902<br />
e: info@completeyorkshire.com<br />
We specialise in driving <strong>to</strong>urs all across the Dales and North York Moors<br />
including the coast. Priced at £200 for up <strong>to</strong> four people there is no better way<br />
<strong>to</strong> explore Herriot Country.<br />
Fishing at Woodlands Lakes<br />
Lake Semerwater<br />
Hollow Creations<br />
Joe Cornish Gallery<br />
Carl<strong>to</strong>n Miniott, Thirsk, YO7 4NJ<br />
www.woodlandlakesthirsk.com<br />
t: 01845 527099<br />
e: fishing@woodlandlakes.com<br />
An award-winning picturesque coarse fishery, set in 45 acres. We have 13 very<br />
well s<strong>to</strong>cked lakes containing all varieties of carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd,<br />
perch, barbel and golden orfe.<br />
Low Blean Farm, Wensleydale, DL8 3DJ www.lakesemerwater.co.uk<br />
t: 01969 650436<br />
e: enquiries@lakesemerwater.co.uk<br />
Lake Semerwater is ideal for coarse and wild brown trout fishing, canoeing,<br />
sailing, windsurfing and outdoor swimming, or simply enjoying the views or<br />
wildlife, with nearby footpaths, green lanes and bridleways for cyclists and<br />
walkers. Camping for tents, campervans and mo<strong>to</strong>rhomes on the foreshore.<br />
Nero Outdoor Activities and Events<br />
Lakeside House, Ampleforth, YO62 4JA<br />
www.nerotraining.com<br />
t: 01439 788777<br />
e: info@nerotraining.com<br />
Outstanding outdoor activities and events at our prestigious location, boasting<br />
over 2000 acres of woodland, forests and lakes. Residential and day packages<br />
suiting all budgets. Beautiful walks and a tea room, a great day out for all the<br />
family.<br />
Northaller<strong>to</strong>n Equestrian Centre<br />
Yafforth, DL7 0PQ<br />
www.northaller<strong>to</strong>nequestriancentre.co.uk<br />
t: 01609 772942<br />
e: info@northaller<strong>to</strong>nequestriancentre.co.uk<br />
Regular competitions and tuition for all ages and abilities from mini show<br />
cross <strong>to</strong> British Eventing from prelim <strong>to</strong> advanced dressage and everything in<br />
between.<br />
Yorkshire Gliding Club<br />
Yorkshire Outdoors<br />
Sut<strong>to</strong>n Bank, Thirsk, Y07 2EY<br />
www.ygc.co.uk<br />
t: 01845 597237<br />
e: enquiry@ygc.co.uk<br />
Established in 1932, the club has all facilities for modern gliding. Full-time<br />
professional instruc<strong>to</strong>rs provide instruction from your first flight <strong>to</strong> solo<br />
competition pilot.<br />
Felixkirk, Thirsk, YO7 2DP<br />
www.yorkshire-outdoors.co.uk<br />
t: 08002 986488<br />
e: sales@yorkshire-outdoors.co.uk<br />
The finest adventure experiences! Off-Road Driving in new Land Rover<br />
Defenders and Can-Am Quads, gravity defying Segways <strong>to</strong> Clay Shooting,<br />
specialising in personal attention for individuals, couples and small groups and<br />
providing a <strong>to</strong>tally unforgettable experience at our dedicated venue in Felixkirk.<br />
Beaver Lodge, Thirsk, YO7 2PR<br />
www.beaverfurniture.co.uk<br />
t: 01845 597420<br />
e: info@beaverfurniture.co.uk<br />
Visit our workshop and showroom at Beaver Lodge and see for yourself the<br />
craftsmen at work and a selection of our beautiful unique hand-made English<br />
oak furniture.<br />
Crayke, York, YO61 4TT<br />
www.dutchhouseyorkshire.com<br />
t: 01347 889431<br />
e: info@dutchhouseyorkshire.com<br />
Free attraction just two miles out of Easingwold. Experience art and nature in<br />
our ecological sculpture garden. Art studio offers workshops for adults and<br />
activities for kids. On-site café providing excellent local food and drink.<br />
Cross Lane, Ingleby Cross, DL6 3NQ<br />
www.hollowcreations.co.uk<br />
t: 01609 882050<br />
e: info@hollowcreations.co.uk<br />
See beautiful hollow forms, such as vases, being created from local fallen<br />
trees. These unique, individual items are offered for sale in the adjoining<br />
showroom.<br />
Register House, Northaller<strong>to</strong>n, DL6 1NA www.joecornishgallery.co.uk<br />
t: 01609 777404<br />
e: info@joecornishgallery.co.uk<br />
Joe Cornish Gallery houses a permanent collection of Joe Cornish<br />
pho<strong>to</strong>graphic landscape prints, and hosts temporary exhibitions by<br />
pho<strong>to</strong>graphers, painters and makers. On our first and second floors we have<br />
four permanent galleries showing work by other pho<strong>to</strong>graphers.<br />
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Rural Arts, The Old Courthouse<br />
Thirsk Racecourse<br />
Beacon Alpaca Walks<br />
Husthwaite, York, YO61 4PD<br />
www.beaconalpacas.com<br />
t: 01347 868879<br />
e: info@beaconalpacas.com<br />
Take one of our friendly alpacas for a walk in the beautiful Hamble<strong>to</strong>n Hills and<br />
get <strong>to</strong> know these friendly, fascinating creatures in stunning surroundings.<br />
Falconry UK Birds of Prey Centre<br />
Sion Hill Hall, Kirby Wiske, Thirsk, YO7 4EU www.falconrycentre.co.uk<br />
t: 01845 587522<br />
e: mail@falconrycentre.co.uk<br />
Enjoy the fantastic collection of birds of prey from around the world in the<br />
superb walled garden of a stately home. A great day out with three fantastic<br />
flying displays daily.<br />
5 Lightwater Valley<br />
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10 Big Sheep & Little Cow Farm<br />
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Hazel Brow Farm<br />
Westgate, Thirsk, YO7 1QS<br />
www.ruralarts.org<br />
t: 01845 526536<br />
e: janice@ruralarts.org<br />
Providing arts workshops, exhibitions, performances and events for all ages.<br />
The gallery/shop offers a range of ceramics, jewellery, textiles, greetings cards<br />
etc and our café provides a selection of delicious home-made food.<br />
Station Road, Thirsk, YO7 1QL<br />
www.thirskracecourse.net<br />
t: 01845 522276<br />
e: info@thirskracecourse.net<br />
Experience the beauty and excitement of flat horse racing at its best. 2012<br />
fixtures are: 21 April, 5 May, 12 May*, 19 June, 25 June*, 27 July, 3 & 4 August,<br />
13 August*, 20 August, 8 September and 18 September (* evening meetings).<br />
North Stainley, Ripon, HG4 3HT<br />
t: 01765 635321 www.lightwatervalley.co.uk<br />
Escape <strong>to</strong> Lightwater Valley Theme Park and discover the excitement of a day<br />
bursting with thrills, chills and adventure. We are The Ultimate Adventure!<br />
Mouseman Visi<strong>to</strong>r Centre & T Café<br />
Kilburn, nr Thirsk, YO61 4AH<br />
www.robertthompsons.co.uk<br />
t: 01347 869102/100<br />
e: info@robertthompsons.co.uk<br />
Find the famous mouse, past and present in the beautifully res<strong>to</strong>red village<br />
joiner’s shop, including working displays, audio visual room, s<strong>to</strong>ry of the<br />
Kilburn White Horse, quality gift shop and T Café with tempting home-baked<br />
refreshments served all day.<br />
7 Outhwaites, The Hawes Ropemakers<br />
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Town Foot, Hawes, DL8 3NT<br />
www.ropemakers.com<br />
t: 01969 667487<br />
e: sales@outhwaites.com<br />
Admission Free! Watch ropes being made; also video. Well-s<strong>to</strong>cked shop;<br />
dog leads a speciality. Open MondayFriday all year except Good Friday and<br />
Christmas/New Year.<br />
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre<br />
Bedale, DL8 2PR<br />
www.thorpperrow.com<br />
t: 01677 425323<br />
e: enquiries@thorpperrow.com<br />
Beautiful woodland walks, lakes, picnic areas and children’s play area. Animal<br />
Encounters at 11:30am, entertaining flying displays at 1:30pm & 3:30pm daily.<br />
Other events throughout the year.<br />
Wensleydale Railway<br />
Leases Road, Leeming Bar, DL7 9AR www.wensleydalerailway.com<br />
t: 08454 505474<br />
e: admin@wensleydalerailway.com<br />
Relax and travel by rail through the glorious scenery of Wensleydale.<br />
From Leeming Bar Station, near Junction 51 of the A1, our vintage trains will<br />
take you on a 32 mile round trip.<br />
Bedale, DL8 1AW<br />
www.farmattraction.co.uk<br />
t: 01677 422125<br />
e: enquiries@farmattraction.co.uk<br />
A truly hands-on animal experience, in pleasant surroundings, delivered by<br />
friendly informative guides. Indoor play area <strong>to</strong> use up energy of both adults<br />
and children. Outdoor play, outdoor skating rink and hot and cold food served.<br />
Low Row, Richmond, DL11 6NE<br />
www.hazelbrow.co.uk<br />
t: 01748 886224<br />
e: info@hazelbrow.co.uk<br />
Adventure, learning and discovery for 4 – 25 year olds. Choose from over<br />
20 exciting activities. Day and residential visits for groups, school holiday<br />
activity days. Family Fun Day every July, check the website for details.<br />
Monk Park Farm Visi<strong>to</strong>r Attraction<br />
Bagby, Thirsk, YO7 2AG<br />
www.monkparkfarm.co.uk<br />
t: 01845 597730<br />
e: enquiries@monkparkfarm.co.uk<br />
Explore this children’s farm and visi<strong>to</strong>r centre, with a wide variety of animals,<br />
indoor and outdoor feeding areas, picnic and play areas, bottle feeding,<br />
woodland walks, barrel rides, large child-friendly tea room and children’s<br />
birthday parties. Open from 11 February – 4 November.<br />
Bedale Community Bakery<br />
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Station House, Bedale, DL8 1BZ www.breadactually.com<br />
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The bakery makes bread using slower proving techniques, without any artificial<br />
additives. It is part of a 5 mile local food chain from ‘crop <strong>to</strong> crust’ – farm, <strong>to</strong><br />
watermill, <strong>to</strong> bakery, <strong>to</strong> cus<strong>to</strong>mer. A member of the “Real Bread Campaign”,<br />
the bakery recently featured on BBC 2’s Big Bread Experiment.<br />
Black Sheep Brewery Visi<strong>to</strong>r Centre<br />
Wellgarth, Masham, HG4 4EN<br />
www.blacksheepbrewery.co.uk<br />
t: 01765 680101<br />
e: sue.dempsey@blacksheep.co.uk<br />
Take a <strong>to</strong>ur and discover how we brew our award winning beers, sample our<br />
ales at the baa...r, enjoy delicious home cooked food in our split level bistro, or<br />
find the perfect gift in the sheepy shop. A great day out for all the family.<br />
Reeth Ice Cream Parlour<br />
Wensleydale Creamery<br />
Beningbrough Hall and Gardens<br />
Gayle Mill<br />
Kiplin Hall<br />
Shandy Hall<br />
St Mary’s Church<br />
Sut<strong>to</strong>n Park<br />
York, YO30 1DD<br />
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough-hall<br />
t: 01904 472027<br />
e: beningbrough@nationaltrust.org.uk<br />
From family friendly activities <strong>to</strong> guided <strong>to</strong>urs and interactive portrait galleries;<br />
this baroque house, beautiful gardens, parkland and working walled garden<br />
has something for everyone.<br />
Gayle, Hawes, DL8 3RZ<br />
www.gaylemill.org.uk<br />
t: 01969 667320<br />
e: admin@gaylemill.org.uk<br />
A unique 19th century state-of-the-art sawmill, complete with water-powered<br />
turbines and working Vic<strong>to</strong>rian machinery. Open Tuesday – Saturday 3 April <strong>to</strong><br />
29 September. Demonstration Tours on the first Sunday of each month.<br />
Nr. Scor<strong>to</strong>n, Richmond, DL10 6AT<br />
www.kiplinhall.co.uk<br />
t: 01748 818178<br />
e: info@kiplinhall.co.uk<br />
Built in 1620 by George Calvert, founder of Maryland. Now a fine example of<br />
a late 19th century Vic<strong>to</strong>rian country house, crowded with centuries of family<br />
possessions. Also gardens and an award-winning tea room.<br />
Coxwold, York, YO61 4AD<br />
www.shandean.org/shandyhall<br />
t: 01347 868465<br />
e: shandyhall@dsl.pipex.com<br />
The home of Lawrence Sterne. 1760 – ‘Tristram Shandy’ – the book starring<br />
Uncle Toby & Widow Wadman. 2006 – ‘Tristram Shandy’ – the film starring<br />
Rob Brydon & Gillian Anderson.<br />
Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PR<br />
www.stmaryschurchthirsk.org.uk<br />
t: 01845 527776<br />
Magnificent perpendicular 15th century church. Fine examples of medieval<br />
glass and woodwork. James and Helen Herriot (Alf and Joan Wight) married<br />
here in November 1941.<br />
Sut<strong>to</strong>n-on-the-Forest, York, YO61 1DP<br />
www.statelyhome.co.uk<br />
t: 01347 810249<br />
e: sut<strong>to</strong>npark@statelyhome.co.uk<br />
Sut<strong>to</strong>n Park is a fine example of early Georgian architecture and the<br />
award-winning gardens won Silver Award in Yorkshire in Bloom 2011.<br />
Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum<br />
Thirsk Museum<br />
Reeth, Richmond, DL11 6TE<br />
www.reethicecreamparlour.co.uk<br />
t: 01748 884929<br />
e: info@reethicecreamparlour.co.uk<br />
We specialise in real dairy ice cream made by Brymor on the farm at Jervaulx.<br />
There are 16 delicious flavours <strong>to</strong> choose from and you can also enjoy teas,<br />
hot chocolate, freshly ground coffee, lattes and cappuccinos.<br />
Gayle Lane, Hawes, Wensleydale, DL8 3RN www.wensleydale.co.uk<br />
t: 01969 667664<br />
e: creamery@wensleydale.co.uk<br />
Enjoy the Wensleydale Cheese Experience at our Visi<strong>to</strong>r Centre. Discover the<br />
Wensleydale s<strong>to</strong>ry – watch the cheese being made – indulge in our famous<br />
cheese shop – shop ’til you drop in our gift shop – enjoy the restaurant and<br />
coffee shop. Open seven days (winter times may vary).<br />
101 High Street, Great Ay<strong>to</strong>n, TS9 6NB<br />
t: 01642 724296 www.captaincookschoolroommuseum.co.uk<br />
The greatest naviga<strong>to</strong>r the world has known was educated here. Come and<br />
see a reconstructed 18th century schoolroom and learn more about James<br />
Cook’s amazing voyages.<br />
Green Howards Museum<br />
Vic<strong>to</strong>ria Road, Richmond, DL10 4QN<br />
www.greenhowards.org<br />
t: 01748 826561<br />
e: museum@greenhowards.org.uk<br />
Explore the lives of local soldiers from 1688 <strong>to</strong> current conflict. New exhibition<br />
April 2012 – The Olympic Years – Fighting <strong>to</strong> Win on Track and Battlefield.<br />
14/16 Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PQ<br />
www.thirskmuseum.org<br />
t: 01845 527707<br />
e: thirskmuseum@btinternet.com<br />
Housed in the 18th century birthplace of cricketer Thomas Lord, Thirsk<br />
Museum features the life of the ancient market <strong>to</strong>wn made famous by<br />
James Herriot.<br />
World of James Herriot<br />
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23 Kirkgate, Thirsk, YO7 1PL<br />
www.worldofjamesherriot.org<br />
t: 01347 524234<br />
e: james.herriot@hamble<strong>to</strong>n.gov.uk<br />
Visit the 1940’s home of author and vet, James Herriot and celebrate all things<br />
bright and beautiful, in this award winning museum. Fun for all the family.