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2022

Turnbers Cottage - "Cycle paths nearby"

Newton Cottage - "So many walks from the front door"

Mickleber Cottage - "It was perfect"

Mickleber Cottage - "Superb"

Four Cottages - "Many delightful memories and moments"

The Hermitage - "The cottage was perfect"

Mickleber Cottage - "Very comfortable, so well equipped, warm and cosy."

Ready, set, go!

Hulber Cottage - "We hope to come up again later this year"

When you're here you could...

Looking after the cottages as our own

Newton Cottage - "Warm, welcoming and cosy cottage"

Long summer holidays

The Hermitage - "It is delightful"

Leave the car behind

A beautiful setting in Bank Newton

Spend time with friends and family

Two couples and two cottages - A great combination

Take time out for your wellbeing in 2022

2021

Colour in all seasons at Harlow Carr Gardens

The Hermitage - "So nice to come back to"

The Hermitage - "Serenity"

The joy of holidays - Discovering somewhere new

Majestic Malhamdale - Walking in an incredible landscape

Being in nature. The wonders of Parceval Hall Gardens.

It's all about the CHEESE! 7th - 10th October 2021, Yorkshire Dales

The Hermitage - "Just suited us so well"

Filming for Series 2 of All Creatures Great and Small

Newton Cottage - "Everything we needed was provided (and more)"

Nuttleber Cottage - "Great setting, a lovely base to explore from."

Mickleber Cottage - "Peace and quiet away from towns"

All Cottages - "Another wonderful family holiday"

Turnbers Cottage - "Very comfortable stay. Peaceful and quiet"

Hulber Cottage - "Excellent, well equipped cottage"

Mickleber and Turnbers Cottages - "The cottages were perfect"

The Hermitage - "The countryside was breathtaking".

Hulber Cottage - "So pleased to watch a barn owl"

Mickleber Cottage - "We hope to return soon."

Waterways and Adventure

Newton Cottage - "It was just what the Doctor ordered"

A place to take time out for you

Hulber Cottage - "We look forward to booking again"

Newton Cottage - "Don't change a thing"

Mickleber Cottage - "Enjoyed by all 3 generations"

Cottages for groups

2020

Summer Hay Meadows in the Yorkshire Dales

Winter walking in all the elements

Look forward to stargazing at the amazing Dales Dark Skies Festival in February

Majestic Malham Cove

Wonderful walking to climb Sharp Haw

Don't miss Skipton Castle Woods

Puddle Jumping - One of life's simple pleasures

Daily Bread

Expedition or gentle stroll?

More cheese please

Yesvember this November

Local Summits - Embsay Crag

Nature Connection: Black Friday or Green Friday?

Capturing our wishes for the future in Lockdown

Plant a tree and give the gift of renewal

Getting to know Wharfedale - a favourite view

Books and films inspired by the Yorkshire Dales

Newton Cottage - "What a little gem!"

Shop local and find a new summit too

Covid Closure

The Hermitage - "Fabulous and Quirky"

The Hermitage - "Lovely cosy cottage"

The Hermitage - "A delightful 'Get-Away'"

Nuttleber Cottage - "Location is perfect"

A wander through Wycoller

Hulber and Turnbers Cottages - "Well equipped kitchens!"

Turnbers Cottage - "So welcoming and clean"

Find your home-from-home with Farm Stay

Nuttleber Cottage - "We all love Yorkshire"

Nuttleber Cottage - "Beautiful area"

Mickleber, Nuttleber, Turnbers and The Hermitage - "Massively special"

Mickleber Cottage - "We will be back"

Mickleber, Hulber and Newton Cottages - "Laid-Back Serenity"

Yorkshire's waterfalls in all seasons

Top marks for our Housekeeping Team

We're Good to Go!

There's a buzz about Bank Newton

All in a day's filming

Don't miss out on the Dark Skies Festival this February

2019

Fountains Abbey - My happy place

What's on in November and December

A 5 mile route from Bank Newton to Gargrave

Discover five canal bridges on a 4 mile circular walk to East Marton

Walking along the Leeds Liverpool Canal

What's it like in Bank Newton?

2017

World class cycling recognised in Yorkshire

Early Autumn, an extra special time of year

Kilnsey Show - A great family day out

1st August - it's Yorkshire Day!

Food, Farming, Famous People, Freedom Milk, Family and the Fun Bus!

Teddy Bears Picnic Day

Musings on the longest day of the year

Yorkshire's Favourite Summits - The Three Peaks

About the farm

My story

Discover the magic of bluebells

The perfect cup of tea

Look up at the sky day

Hulber Cottage - "So comfortable and well equipped"

February Half Term Activities

Our story - in this month's Aspire magazine

The new 2017 Farm Stay Brochures have arrived

Local history and restoration at Newton Grange Farm

Challenge yourself in the Yorkshire Dales

2016

Autumn leaves when the grass is jewelled...

A wonderful walk to discover the Norber Erratics

Oh I do like to be beside the seaside

A summer of events in the Yorkshire Dales

Horses on holiday in Bank Newton

Veterinary students tackle lambing season

Entertain the kids in Yorkshire

2015

Spotlight on Gargrave Show

7 days out in the Yorkshire Dales

Yorkshire Wildlife: Photographs to inspire

Four Star Yorkshire Holiday Cottages Walker & Cyclist Friendly

3 cycle routes to love in Yorkshire

Yorkshire on a shoestring

Visitors are coming to Yorkshire in droves!

Lazy summers reading outdoors

3 days in Yorkshire without a car

Outdoor activities for under fives

You can't beat a ginger biscuit!

A parliament of owls: A day out at Hesketh Farm Park

Newton Grange Cottages refurbished for 2015

Join in the Dales Discoveries Treasure Hunt

2014

Impressions of Yorkshire - An artist from South Africa shares her story

Lambs and springtime at Newton Grange

Enjoy a day trip on the Leeds Liverpool Canal aboard Lizzie-Jean

2013

Luxury Christmas Door Wreath Workshop

Cycle Hire from the doorstep

Something old, something new - The hidden gems of Skipton

Lost Sheep in Yellow Jerseys

Bracken and Bramble

Crowds flock to the Settle Carlisle Steam Train

Finding creativity

In search of the simple things in life

Creative Cupcakes - Join our new masterclass

In awe of the Sydney S.T.A.R.S

A wonderfully relaxing rural retreat after a day in the outdoors

Where to visit in the Yorkshire Dales

Lambing time at Newton Grange

Top three adventures to do in the Dales

Newton Grange, a rural retreat

Hopes and dreams for 2013

2012

Reflections on 2012

Gift Vouchers Galore!

Local Food, Local People - Guests enjoy home baking on arrival

Rachael's entrepreneurial spirit returns to Skipton