Father’s Day in North Yorkshire…

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 offers a hearty Yorkshire pub lunch whilst Rockliffe Hall are providing a traditional Sunday lunch in a relaxed atmosphere. If either of these sounds appetizing, you can book The Barn or Waterloo Lodge, which are both within a 20-minute drive. 

We also have a list of the best pubs in North Yorkshire, so drop us a message to find out which is the closest to your holiday cottage.

In the heart of Richmond, The Station is a unique refurbished railway station which offers a cinema, art exhibitions, delicatessens and a vibrant café. For experience-based Father’s Day gift ideas, go and see the latest action film at the cinema and afterwards book lunch.

There is also a circular walking route around Richmond called the Little Drummer Boy Walk, which takes approximately 1 hour. Start at The Station, Darcy Mews or Brompton Lakes and pass the alluring Easby Abbey, which has tours on Sundays at 14:00. 

Leaning towards beverages, the Black Sheep Brewery in Masham is the perfect treat for Father’s 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 afterwards. 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.