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A Day Exploring Two Yorkshire Treasures: Beningbrough Hall & Nunnington Hall
North Yorkshire is full of beautiful historic houses, but two that stand out for a relaxed and fascinating day out are Beningbrough Hall and Nunnington Hall. Both are cared for by the National Trust and each offers its own unique character, history and charm. Whether you love architecture, art, gardens or simply a peaceful walk in the countryside, these two historic halls make for a wonderful visit.
Beningbrough Hall
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Located just outside York, Beningbrough Hall is an elegant Baroque country house surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and parkland. Built in the early 18th century, the hall is known for its striking red-brick façade and symmetrical design.
Inside the house, visitors can explore a number of grand rooms that tell the story of the families who lived there over the centuries. One of the highlights is the National Portrait Gallery display, which features a rotating collection of portraits that bring British history to life.
Outside, the gardens are just as impressive. There are several distinct areas to explore, including the formal gardens, herbaceous borders and an orchard. The surrounding parkland is perfect for a peaceful walk, with views across open countryside and plenty of wildlife to spot along the way.
Beningbrough is also very family friendly, with open spaces for children to explore, seasonal activities and a welcoming café where you can stop for coffee or lunch.
Nunnington Hall
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About 30 minutes away, on the edge of the North York Moors, you’ll find the charming and much smaller Nunnington Hall. This historic manor house sits beside the River Rye, giving it a peaceful and picturesque setting.
Unlike the grandeur of Beningbrough, Nunnington has a much more intimate feel. The rooms are cosy and filled with interesting collections that reflect the lives of past residents. One of the most unusual features is the attic collection of miniature houses and dolls’ houses, which fascinates visitors of all ages.
The gardens at Nunnington are delightful, with colourful flower borders, orchard areas and views down to the river. On a sunny day it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Wildlife lovers will also enjoy exploring the riverside paths where you might spot birds, insects and other wildlife in this quiet rural setting.
A Sweet Stay in Filey: The Bee Hive Bed & Gardener’s Bed 🌸🐝
Looking for something a little different on your next visit to Filey? Two unique outdoor beds — the Bee Hive Bed and the Gardener’s Bed — are offering visitors a quirky way to enjoy this charming coastal town.
The Bee Hive Bed is designed to give guests the feeling of being close to nature, with a cosy enclosed frame inspired by a hive, perfect for a restful night under the stars. Meanwhile, the Gardener’s Bed celebrates Filey’s green-fingered heritage, surrounded by blooms and greenery, creating a peaceful escape right in the heart of town.
Both experiences are about more than just a night’s sleep — they’re a chance to slow down, reconnect with the outdoors, and discover Filey from a whole new perspective.
Malton Food Lovers Festival Spring 2025
24/05/2025 - 26/05/2025
From Day 2 of the Food Festival Sunday 25th May
Hitch & Brew
11/03/2025
The New Coffee shop to get the best food and service and its not far away from Pickering or Scarborough.
Druids Temple Masham
24/04/2025
So we decided to go and explore and this is where we found ourselves The Druid's Temple in nr Masham is in fact not a real temple, but a nineteenth century folly styled after stone circles and well known prehistoric monuments
RAVENSCAR
09/03/2025
RAVENSCAR IS A COASTAL VILLAGE IN THE FORMER SCARBOROUGH DISTRICT OF NORTH YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND. IT IS WITHIN THE CIVIL PARISH OF STAINTONDALE AND THE NORTH YORK MOORS NATIONAL PARK, AND IS 10 MILES (16 KM) NORTH OF SCARBOROUGH. THE SEA AROUND THE AREA HOSTS A SEAL COLONY.
The Romans at Cawthorn
03/07/2024
Cawthorne Camp (sometimes spelled "Cawthorn") is a Roman site in north-east England, about 4 miles (6 km) north of Pickering, North Yorkshire. The well-preserved earthworks outline two forts, one with an extension, and a temporary camp built to an unusual plan. The earthworks date from the late 1st/early 2nd century AD. It has been suggested that they were built for practice rather than for actual military use.
Malton Food Lovers Festival Spring
26/05/2024
