Father’s Day in North Yorkshire…

In the heart of Richmond, The Station is a unique refurbished railway station which offers a cinema, art exhibitions, shops and a vibrant café. Don’t worry about a Father’s Day Gift as The Station are offering a Fathers Day lunch between 12:00-18:00. Whilst there, there are two art exhibitions which may be of interest; Walks in the Countryside by Liz Emery, and Dales Farming Through the Seasons by Tees-Swale: Naturally Connected. There is also a circular walking route, which takes approximately 1 hour, you can take from here which takes you past the alluring Easby Abbey, which has tours on Sundays at 14:00. 

Other locations for lunch include The Black Bull in Moulton, which is just a short drive from Richmond, or Rockliffe Hall which is based just outside Darlington. The Black Bull are offering a hearty Yorkshire pub lunch whilst Rockliffe Hall are providing a traditional Sunday lunch in a relaxed atmosphere. If either of these sound appetizing, you can book The Barn or Waterloo Lodge, which are both within a 20 minute drive from each dining location. 

Leaning towards beverages, the Black Sheep Brewery in Masham is the perfect treat for Fathers Day. The brewery runs a number of tours daily, each lasting approximately an hour, so you can drop in or make a day of it by visiting the bar and kitchen after. We have a number of properties which are located within a short distance of the brewery including Fletcher House and Highmoor. 

During your stay at Unbridled, or any of our other luxury homes nearby, there are a number of activities for all to get stuck in when venturing into Ripon. A city coated in history, Ripon offers a cathedral which houses a number of events as well as being a working place of worship. There are also a number of museums, all a short distance from each other and perfect for the whole family, whether you want to learn about the workhouse, the courthouse or the prison! A short drive out of Ripon is Fountains Abbey, which offers a beautiful walk and idyllic views in every direction. The Abbey is running a daily tour between 14:00-15:00 so that visitors can find out more about the ruins. 

For some one-on-one sports opportunities, there are a number of golf locations around the area. Rockliffe Hall offers a site where you can appreciate the natural environment, and Richmond Golf Club has excellent facilities to further refine your skills. Alternatively to golfing, Thimbleby offers clay shooting for those experienced, and for those who are looking to get started. Based just outside Northallerton, Thimbleby is just a short drive away from our property Paddock View, which is the perfect retreat after a long day out. 

If you are looking for a more relaxed weekend away with Dad, why not consider fishing at Harelands Farm. This gorgeous stone property is the perfect country location for rest and relaxation. With a private fishing lake, games room and outdoor luxuries such as seating and a hot tub, this property is perfectly suited to the whole family. Harelands sleeps up to eight guests and has ample amenities to keep everyone occupied.