Experience
Whether you're looking for an adventure-packed break or a relaxing getaway...there's so much to do within a few miles of the holiday cottages.
Experience everything Yorkshire has to offer
We’ve listed some of our favourite attractions you can enjoy whilst staying at The Old Farmhouse or The Old Mistal. All of these days out, activities, stately homes and activity centres are within 30 minutes of our location, and many are dog friendly!
Make sure you check whether you need to pre-book for any activities you are interested in by visiting their website.
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Birchfield Family Dairies
Ice cream parlour and petting farm with seasonal activities including a pumpkin patch and Christmas activities. We recommend booking ahead.
STUMP
CROSS
CAVERNS
Visit our underground world at Stump Cross Caverns and learn all about this Yorkshire cave system. There’s plenty of activities for young ones.
WORLD'S OLDEST SWEET SHOP
Your sweet tooth will be satisfied with retro and classic sweets from the world’s oldest sweet shop in nearby Pateley Bridge.
ACTION & ADVENTURE
Brimham Rocks
Brimham Rocks is a great day out for a gentle walk or some rock climbing! Dogs welcome. National Trust members can park for free.
Boat
Hire
Head to Marigold Cafe in Knaresborough and hire a rowing boat. You can spend an hour on the River Nidd and dogs are welcome!
HOW STEAN GORGE
Gorge walking, river wading, canoeing, abseiling, caving and more activities are available to book at How Stean Gorge. Booking must be made.
days out
Fountain's Abbey
You can spend a whole day at Fountain’s Abbey and Studley Royal. Great walks, activities run throughout the year and National Trust Members get free entry.
Newby
Hall
Open from April, Newby Hall is great for little ones and big ones! With stunning gardens, sculptures, a mini railway and play areas.
Harewood House
Harewood House is an art and culture lovers dream historic house to visit with regular workshops and events running throughout the year.
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Harrogate Theatre
See a show at the historic Harroagte Theatre with shows running year-round.
Clue HQ Escape Room
Test your team work in this fun escape room experience in Harrogate.
RHS Harlow Carr
Take a stroll around Harlow Carr and learn about the regions botany. Play areas for children. Dog’s not welcome.
Turkish Baths
Adults-only traditional Victorian Turkish Baths with spa treatments available. Book in advance.
Ripley Castle
Visit the historic house and gardens just a few miles from the holiday cottages. Open year-round.
Visit Harrogate
There’s a lot to offer in Harrogate with great shopping, lots of independent eateries, cinemas, theatres and events.
Nidderdale Show
Annual agricultural show featuring some of the best farming talent our country has to offer.
The Great Yorkshire Show
The region’s biggest agriculture show and the perfect family day out!