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What has a thatched barn got to do with a reservoir? If you wander along the path fringing Grimwith (pronounced Grim’ath) Reservoir, you’ll come …Read more
What simple, ancient symbol can you find in many Dales villages and market towns? Most of us walk past them without a second glance, yet they're …Read more
I thought my aunt & uncle were bonkers when they said they loved to wander around small old country churches. Fast forward a couple of decades...…Read more
Who built the miles & miles of dry stone walls? How do they stay up without mortar? Why are there so many? There's a special craft to creating a …Read more
What is Whitby’s unique connection to Easter? How is the Easter date decided? In the 7th century Whitby Abbey hosted a landmark meeting known as …Read more
Just an illusion? Visitors enjoy photographing picture-perfect Staithes but not everyone realises some of it isn't real! Slow down, look a little…Read more
Many bridges have stories attached to them, passed on through centuries. Do you know this one? The beautiful Beggars' Bridge straddles the River …Read more
This is a very special place, and perfect spot to understand why we say 'sleep tight'. Most people drive through Bilsdale barely noticing its tre…Read more
Which lesser known parts of Whitby do you enjoy? Many go to the harbour, climb the 199 steps to Whitby Abbey, eat fish & chips and feel like they…Read more
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