tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11236481899434826512011-08-27T11:57:55.982+01:00Flamborough Rigg CottageFlamborough Rigg Cottage is situated on the edge of Cropton Forest within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. This beautiful B&B and holiday accommodation offers you the best of both worlds; a peaceful oasis with all the warmth of a home from home combined with the style and facilities of a boutique hotel.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comBlogger1601100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-52228324044622712052011-04-15T22:55:00.000+01:002011-04-15T22:55:14.755+01:00Wakey Wakey - Dawn Chorus Awaits .
Us dogs here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage have our heads together trying to come up with a plan to get Phil and Caroline to take us along to say hello to Dawn Chorus.
To mark the international Dawn Chorus we want to join the National Trust Rangers on Sunday 01 May 2011 for a walk through Newton Wood below Roseberry Topping.
It appears that along the way to meet Dawn we will see beautiful viewsFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-69646772440929415722011-04-15T22:10:00.001+01:002011-04-15T22:11:37.258+01:00Dalby Forest – Family Skills Day
A great chance for the whole family to have fun and improve their bike skills in beautiful surroundings. Join the experts from Purple Mountain Cycling for tips on how to tackle the forest trails.
The event takes place 10.00 – 13.00 on Sunday 17 April 2011.
For further details click here.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-68020642617787287302011-04-15T21:56:00.001+01:002011-04-15T21:58:50.110+01:00Lifeboat Show 2011 – Staithes Gallery
The Staithes Gallery once again plays host to The Lifeboat Show. The gallery is packed with an array of colourful art by 31regular and new artists. There are textiles, collages, all kinds of original prints, sculpture in stone, steel and willow, paintings in a rich array of media. Styles vary from traditional landscapes to highly imaginative interpretations of this inspiring and varied location.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-60132890396233641232010-11-29T15:45:00.000Z2010-11-29T15:45:40.276ZFlamborough Rigg Cottage…..let it snow , let it snow, let it snow.
Great excitement here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B in North Yorkshire, the snow has arrived, and even more than last year, if such a thing is possible.
I thought I would give you a short picture diary of Friday………………so you can see the girls and I have some snowy adventures.
Katie woke us all up and insisted on giving Phil and Caroline a minute by minute snow update, even though they were Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-64407431445670100152010-11-29T15:29:00.001Z2010-11-29T15:32:21.978ZCastle Howard – All dressed up for Christmas.
A major highlight for many of our guests staying with us here at Flamborough Rigg cottage B & B during December last year was a visit to Castle Howard. It looks as if they will be once again creating a magical Christmas setting at Castle Howard this year.
From 27 November – 19 December 2010 the beautiful 18th-century interiors of Castle Howard are to be transformed with giant Christmas trees, Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-71303460550250195222010-11-29T14:57:00.000Z2010-11-29T14:57:41.039ZA room with a view – Hayloft, Flamborough Rigg Cottage.
We have had some perfect late autumn mornings, as the photos taken from the windows of the Hayloft at Flamborough Rigg Cottage, near Stape, demonstrate.
It has been ideal walking weather, crisp days with blue skies. We have made the most of these days with walks from the door through Cropton forest, often knee deep with autumnal leaves, with rest stops at the pubs at Levisham and Newton upon Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-61049403706741037652010-11-08T19:33:00.002Z2010-11-08T19:33:38.256ZAmazing photographs inspired by the North Yorkshire Moors and Coast.The North York Moors National Park Authority are playing host to the Light on Land exhibition of Chris Ceaser’s wonderful photographs. The exhibition will take place at the Sutton Bank National Park Centre from 13 – 28 November 2010.
Chris’s photographs are inspired by the North Yorkshire moors and coast. He strives to capture natural light to bring his images to life and capture the essence of Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-45023690627925351812010-11-04T22:37:00.000Z2010-11-04T22:37:52.156ZWildlife Photography Exhibition in North YorkshirePhil is trying to explain to Lily that it is very unlikely that her picture will be featured at the forthcoming exhibition at National Trust’s, Nunnington Hall in North Yorkshire as it is of wildlife. It isn’t going well as Lily thinks of herself as a pretty wild puppy!
If you want some great pictures the winning entries from the 2010 British Wildlife Photography Awards competition will be on Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-55552414831741910532010-11-02T20:37:00.000Z2010-11-02T20:37:29.079ZWalk in the Footsteps of Romans in North Yorkshire
On Sunday 7th November 2010 join North Yorkshire Moors Ranger Jay Marrison for a walk around one of Britain's finest Roman camps. This walk is suitable for wheelchair users and takes in wonderful views of the Tabular Hills escarpment over Cropton Forest and the moorland beyond.
Prebooking is necessary, call on 01439 772738.
Meet at Cawthorn Camps Car Park, 13.00 – 14.00.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-77995305277640342622010-11-02T20:16:00.000Z2010-11-02T20:16:11.703ZBee’s rule at the Treasurer’s House, York
The National Trust is inviting you to join them for some Friday fun on 05 November 2010 at the Treasurer’s House in York. The afternoon is all about bees. Learn more about the fascinating lives of these threatened creatures; take a peek inside the hive at Treasurer’s House with an expert followed by a honey-inspired high tea in the historic tearoom.
Booking is essential so call on 01904 624247Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-13668731666110705742010-10-27T20:58:00.002+01:002010-10-27T21:02:02.207+01:00Pickering, North Yorkshire, went to war.We had a brilliant time in Pickering 15-17 October 2010. We were so excited when we set off from Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B that Phil and Caroline had to stop and tell us to settle down. We couldn’t wait to show off our marching!
It was like going back in time………so many people in old fashioned clothes. Lots of blue and khaki. Katie reckons we should get ourselves uniforms for next year.
TheFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-39799620138209933802010-10-11T17:38:00.000+01:002010-10-11T17:38:59.734+01:00Long autumn walks in search of Sloes in North Yorkshire
Phil and Caroline’s Sloe Gin was a huge hit with friends visiting Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B last Easter so the hunt is already on for this years supply of sloes.
Phil had his eye on a few locations but you have to wait until the first frost before picking them…..we are sworn to secrecy!
Katie, Lily and I have tried a few sloes that we found on the ground, Yuk! We can’t understand what all Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-62711225430905865702010-10-11T17:36:00.000+01:002010-10-11T17:36:19.660+01:00North Yorkshire Star PartyHere at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B we are spoilt when it comes to star watching as the lack of light pollution guarantees perfect views on the crisp clear autumn nights.
To help us to identify the stars we can join the star gazers that regularly meet in Dalby forest or on 16 October 2010 we can join the York Astronomy Club at Sutton Bank National Park Centre at 17.00. They will be taking a Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-68361187184457727542010-10-11T17:32:00.000+01:002010-10-11T17:32:08.833+01:00Everything Apple at Beningbrough Hall, North Yorkshire.
If you love apples Beningbrough Hall is the place to be from 16 October – 30 October 2010. The National Trust property will have displays of apples, a new orchard labyrinth and information about the many varieties. There will be apple pressing and fun art workshops.
After all that apple fun regain your strength with a special apple lunch!Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-57912318836434893272010-10-11T17:16:00.000+01:002010-10-11T17:16:29.994+01:00Views of The Jurassic Coast, North Yorkshire.From 27 October – 16 November 2010 artists Peter Hough, Neil Hodgson and Peter Sarginson will be exhibiting their work at the Moors National Park Centre, Danby.
The inspiration for their work; painting, ceramics and photography, is the beautiful coastline of the North York Moors National Park have all gleaned artisticFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-20545856347563181932010-10-11T17:13:00.001+01:002010-10-11T17:13:45.154+01:00Fountains by FloodlightThe National Trust will be opening the gates of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden in North Yorkshire for two Saturday evenings in October.
On 16 and 23 October 2010 the beautiful fountains will be floodlit. Guided tours will be on offer, recorded Gregorian chants will play and a choir will be performing.
The event is on from 18.00-22.00. Wrap up warm.
Hot snacks will be on sale.
Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-2100751678018110432010-10-07T22:55:00.001+01:002010-10-07T22:56:28.586+01:00Staithes Gallery, Boat Show Exhibition.
Staithes Gallery, on the North Yorkshire coast, is once again presenting an exciting exhibition. The bright, vibrant paintings, prints and drawings by the artist Ian Burke will be on show from 24 October 2010. Ian born just along the coast in Saltburn now lives on the North Yorkshire Moors.
The strong, colourful images, often abstract, are of boats, harbours, fish and crustaceans.
As the days Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-90895532167981672162010-10-07T22:17:00.002+01:002010-10-07T23:00:52.108+01:00Attention! North Yorkshire goes to war.
Khaki appears to be the order of the day or even the weekend, 15 to 17 October 2010. Katie and I have been practicing our marching; left, right, wag, left, right, wag. Meg has promoted herself to General and insists on inspecting her troops between naps!
We are planning a recce into Pickering where there will be parades and numerous war time events in connection with the extremely popular NorthFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-72762635974213860212010-09-20T07:47:00.001+01:002010-10-07T23:03:05.327+01:00Explore the North Yorkshire Moors National Park by Mountain bike
This is a great opportunity to explore the wonderful north Yorkshire moors on two wheels with an expert. North York Moors National Park Authority Ranger Simon Bassindale will be leading a mountain bike ride along an 11 mile blue/red rated route of tracks on Sunday 26 September.
Please pre book. The meeting place is the Saltergate Car Park. The ride takes place from 11.00 – 14.00. Take along a Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-77531100406784877882010-09-15T09:41:00.003+01:002010-10-07T23:04:21.393+01:00Whitby’s Swinging 60’s Weekend.Step back into the Swinging 1960’s at Whitby Abbey on 25 & 26 September 2010. Enjoy music, hairstyles, fashions and traditional games of the decade. Highlights are the have a go '66 football tricks, a chance to see vehicles from TV's "Heartbeat" complete with storytelling from a 60's policeman and hear first hand about Beatle mania with short performances throughout the each day. You are Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-16187659467732435562010-09-14T21:41:00.002+01:002010-10-07T23:07:03.366+01:00New Exhibition at Turnstone Gallery, Sandsend, North YorkshireAfter a busy week at Flamborough Rigg cottage chasing rabbits off the veg. patch we went for a well deserved splash on our favourite beach, Sandsend. After much showing off we headed to the Hart Inn where we were hoping to steal the odd chip from Phil and Caroline (or any one else we could charm). Enroute we passed the Turnstone Gallery where we always like to press our noses up against the Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-6881589873070583342010-09-13T23:05:00.002+01:002010-09-13T23:05:16.719+01:00English Heritage Curators Tour – HelmsleyHelmsley, North Yorkshire is home to the English Heritage’s archaeology collection. On Wednesday 22 September 2010 there is a rare opportunity to join English Heritage Curators for a tour of the collections.
Tours take place at 11.00, 13.00 and 15.00.
The tour is free but places are limited so booking is essential. To book a place call on 01493 770173.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-74366493306276937512010-09-13T22:31:00.000+01:002010-09-13T22:31:06.874+01:00Foodies should head to York for the York Food and Drink FestivalIt is foodie heaven in York with 10 days of day and evening events. From 17 – 26 September 2010 the days will be crammed with events around the city, many taking place in historic venues.
This years theme is: Meet Your Food Heroes.
The Festival is working with Yorkshire's National Parks, the National Trust and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust to promote sustainable producers; especially those whose Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-21397722300472971782010-09-11T09:14:00.000+01:002010-09-11T09:14:18.509+01:00Great Yorkshire Explorers!Katie and I consider ourselves to be the best explorers in North Yorkshire, or as we like to think, the world. We know the beautiful woods and moors that surround us here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage like the back of our paw.
The nice people at North Yorkshire Moors National Park are holding a fun event on Sunday 12 September so you can start to be great explorers like Katie and I. You will learn Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-34073518590459637532010-09-11T09:08:00.000+01:002010-09-11T09:08:32.793+01:00Additional Stars arriving at The Star Inn, Harome, North Yorkshire.To add a bit of excitement to our coming Autumn and Winter we are delighted to hear that Andrew Pern has invited some of the countries most exciting chefs to join him for one off events at The Star Inn. It is a great idea and at what is already one of our favourite places to eat and that of our guests here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B.
Here is the line up:
Steven Doherty
The First Floor Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-52667664712345543262010-08-31T21:52:00.002+01:002010-08-31T21:54:11.969+01:00Star Watching starts up again in Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire.
As the nights draw in it is time once again for the Scarborough and Ryedale Astronomical Society to meet in Dalby forest and to offer tours of the nights sky. Weather permitting, they will be sharing their knowledge of the constellations with anyone wishing to join them. An indoor presentation will take place if the conditions are cloudy.
Meet at the Dalby Forest visitors centre at 20.00. All Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-5060521780867977502010-08-30T22:21:00.000+01:002010-08-30T22:21:44.607+01:00Your last few days to see the Hammer By Hand exhibition at the Saltbox Gallery.
You need to head to the Saltbox Gallery in Helmsley, North Yorkshire if you want to enjoy its excellent exhibition of contemporary crafts.
Artisits exhibiting work include Peter Coates, stone carving, Matthew Tomalin, metal bowls, Jennifer Tetlow, stone sculpture and Matthew Dwyer, metal work.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-22996589507017109932010-08-30T22:10:00.002+01:002010-09-11T09:11:01.473+01:00Canine Capers in Dalby Forest North Yorkshire
Tails are definitely wagging here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B in North Yorkshire as we have just heard that the lovely people at the Forestry Commission are holding a special event that will allow us girls to show off in Dalby Forest.
Katie and Lily are in the garden now practising their running and ball chasing skills. They are trying to encourage Phil to build them an assault course! I onFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-33704541603278706782010-06-03T21:59:00.001+01:002010-06-03T22:00:37.596+01:00North York Moors - Cycling weekendCyclists of all abilities are converging on North Yorkshire this weekend for a weekend of amazing cycling. The meeting place is the Sutton Bank National Park Centre near Thirsk.
On Saturday 5th June there are three off road routes, making the most of the spectacular countryside, of between 15 and 30 miles.
On Sunday 6th June the routes are along quiet country roads and lanes with several climbsFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-41614194889972778542010-06-02T22:35:00.001+01:002010-06-03T22:00:05.164+01:00Dalby Forest boat race.The arts and crafts team at the Dalby Forest Visitor Centre in North Yorkshire are inviting children to join them on Thursday 3 June 2010 to design and build a boat from recycled materials. They will then head outside to test them in the stream.
They are holding two sessions: 10.00am until 12.00pm or 1.00pm until 3.00pm
For further details click here.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-48915810593399483032010-06-02T22:06:00.000+01:002010-06-02T22:06:53.664+01:00Staithes Gallery Delights again.
Staithes Gallery, North Yorkshire are once again featuring an exciting exhibition, this time the work of Paul and Chris Czainski.
Paul's highly-skilled, often a little off-beat artworks, deliver a gently surrealist twist to the absolute mastery of his craft that he demonstrates over and over again in deceptively real paintings on both traditional and quirky post-modern themes.
Chris's work usesFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-24517762917621249742010-06-02T22:01:00.000+01:002010-06-02T22:01:30.909+01:00Rockpool dipping at Runswick, North Yorkshire.
We have just returned from Runswick Bay on the North Yorkshire coast where we have been dipping our noses into rock pools with the lovely people at the North York Moors National Park Authority.
I am not sure if they appreciated all of our input but we had a brilliant afternoon splashing around with the children in search of crabs, star fish and sea monsters.
Lily has returned with a sore nose Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-20124598234937281272010-03-29T22:27:00.001+01:002010-03-29T22:27:59.607+01:00Medieval Falconry at Rievaulx Abbey, North Yorkshire
For a real treat this Easter head to Rievaulx Abbey where costumed medieval falconers, will present demonstrations of spectacular aerial displays of Birds of Prey in flight. In the magnificent setting of the Priory ruins discover how these birds were used in the medieval times for hunting and for status.
The event takes place from 3 – 5 April from 11.30 – 17.00.
Pre-booking not necessary, Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-25566743446137575302010-03-29T22:12:00.000+01:002010-03-29T22:12:41.553+01:00In Search of Winkles and Whelks at Robin Hood's Bay.Join the experts from the National Trust on the slipway at the Old Coastguard Station, Robin Hoods Bay on 1 April 2010 at 11.00 to head off along the beach to explore the rock pools.
Don’t forget wellies, buckets and spades.
You can even take your dog along to help!Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-64480553670296807252010-03-29T21:46:00.003+01:002010-03-29T22:10:25.242+01:00Easter Family Fun Trails in North Yorkshire
It just isn’t fair, Phil and Caroline have refused to take us to any of the amazing Easter Egg hunts planned in North Yorkshire as they think we would scoff all the chocolate eggs and allegedly chocolate isn’t good for dogs! I have my suspicions that this is just a wicked rumour generated by Phil and Caroline here at Flamborough Rigg cottage so they don’t have to share their treats.
Maybe we Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-85028267669399301992010-03-19T19:09:00.000Z2010-03-19T19:09:10.004ZBird Watching for BeginnersThe National Trust is holding an event at Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire to encourage bird watchers. Beginners will be treated to an illustrated talk about equipment and photography followed by a birding walk in the grounds.
This is a great opportunity for beginners to learn the basics in a stunning setting.
The event is on 27 March 2010 from 10.30 – 12.30.
For further details email Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-53382849433658004562010-03-19T19:07:00.000Z2010-03-19T19:07:12.761ZBush craft for Adults in Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire.The experts at the Forestry Commission have planned several dates during the year when they will teach bush crafts in Dalby Forest, near Pickering in North Yorkshire. Each event will run from 09.00 on Saturday to 09.00 on Sunday.
The events are aimed at over 18’s. They recommend you bring along suitable warm clothing, waterproofs and a torch.
Dates.
Saturday 20 March 2010 to Sunday 21 March Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-12515990146692207522010-03-18T22:47:00.001Z2010-03-18T22:47:54.715ZCastle Howard hosts a traditional Easter fair.
From Friday 2nd April to Monday 5th April 2010 there will be a traditional Easter Fair in the grounds of Castle Howard in North Yorkshire.
Included in the cost of an entry ticket to Castle Howard will be traditional fairground rides and games, face painting, marching Dixie bands, an Easter Bunny and much more.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-51740979481144039722010-03-18T22:00:00.000Z2010-03-18T22:00:55.160ZMeet the Victorian Laundry MaidOn 27 March 2010 there is an opportunity to learn about life below stairs through the eyes of a Victorian laundry maid. Experience this living history in the Victorian laundry at the National Trusts Beningbrough Hall.
Beningbrough Hall and gardens, located in North Yorkshire, is open from 11.00 with the first talk taking place at 12.00.
For further details about Beningbrough Hall click here.
Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-48057547135237786722010-03-16T17:11:00.000Z2010-03-16T17:11:54.510ZSpring has sprung at Flamborough Rigg CottageAfter a long and very snowy winter here at Flamborough Rigg cottage in Stape, North Yorkshire, the first signs of spring are upon us.
The garden has come to life with a multitude of beautiful snowdrops nestling under our trees and the courtyard is showing the first signs of colour with the appearance of flowering crocuses.
The daffs and tulips are a still a few weeks off but as March races by Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-35562165815556351312010-03-16T16:36:00.003Z2010-03-16T16:39:35.308ZChasing Ducks in Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire.
On Easter Monday, 5 April 2010, we are looking forward to a visit to nearby Dalby Forest in North Yorkshire where we will be encouraged to chase ducks!
We have been eyeing up the ducks on our nearby lake, just a short walk from us here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B for sometime, although they always seem to fly off when we get close, even when we use our best stealth hunting tactics.
You Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-77002698009110610032010-03-15T18:11:00.001Z2010-03-15T18:12:16.808ZAncient North York Moors woods to be given a new lease of life.The Forestry Commission with Natural England has scooped £40,000 of Government funds to carry out the work at West Arncliffe and Park Hole Woods, near Whitby.
The site dates back to at least 1600 and provides a key habitat for wildlife and plants such as rare ferns and grasses.
During the 20th century the 44 hectare wood was densely planted with Western hemlock conifers which are now to be Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-10759224156094800732010-03-15T18:07:00.002Z2010-03-15T18:09:22.198ZScience Week at National Railway Museum, York.As part of National Science Week experience science and technology brought to life amidst the railways at the National Railway Museum in York.
Engage the brain and join us for an interactive week of fun for the whole family.
Take part in over 20 exciting workshops and demonstrations on Discovery Day, or jump aboard the footplate of the Duchess of Hamilton during our annual Cab It event. You canFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-12736323223341140982010-03-15T18:05:00.001Z2010-03-15T18:13:08.977ZCastle Howard Gardening Club 11 March onwardsWhat could be a more inspiring backdrop than the beautiful gardens of Castle Howard in North Yorkshire?
The Castle Howard Gardening Club is hosted by its Plant Centre Manager John Foxton. Meetings are held at the Plant centre where John will hold instructive demonstrations and offer practical gardening advice.
The events take place between 10.00 – 12.00 starting with coffee and biscuits.
Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-47526104025140274782010-02-23T22:16:00.002Z2010-02-23T22:23:04.575ZPickering Walking Festival 2010.Between 16 – 18 April 2010 Pickering will play host to its first Walking Festival which it is hoped will become an annual event.Over the weekend there will be walks ranging from 1½ to 15 miles to suit all fitness levels. The escorted walks are a mix of circular and linear, making use of the excellent Coastliner bus service on the Saturday and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway on the Sunday.For Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-73506038705639095732010-02-23T22:13:00.001Z2010-02-23T22:16:26.071ZSaltbox Gallery, Helmsley, North Yorkshire Spring ExhibitionOn Friday 12th March the Spring Exhibition opens at the Saltbox Gallery in Helmsley with a display of paintings by Claire WestThe Spring exhibition is a celebration of colour and seeks to explore the boundaries and freedom of painting. Claire is an exciting artist who juxtaposes unusual colours, in her paintings of nature, to create refreshing and uplifting artworks.The Saltbox Gallery offers Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-66001508006842808122010-02-23T21:51:00.002Z2010-02-23T22:10:45.886ZLet's go fly a kite in North Yorkshire.Join the forestry team at the Dalby Forest Visitor Centre near Pickering in North Yorkshire to try your hand at making kites and if successful, flying them.The event takes place on Sunday 14 March from 10.00 – 12.00. All ages are welcome. A fee of £3 applies.For further details about Dalby Forest click here.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-88448006521262593712010-02-14T21:18:00.000Z2010-02-14T21:19:51.277ZSee Peter Rabbit and friends at Nunnington Hall, North YorkshireAt the National Trusts Nunnington Hall in North Yorkshire is a display of original water colours and drawings by one of history's greatest and most popular authors and illustrators, Beatrix Potter.The exhibition starts on 27 February 2010 and is included in the normal admission charge for the house.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-31644885558667159702010-02-07T19:51:00.001Z2010-02-07T19:55:40.447ZJorvik Viking Festival in YorkThe 25th Jorvik Viking Festival takes place in York from 13th – 25th February 2010.Events take place in locations throughout the centre of this beautiful city.The action packed week of events offers something for everyone. The diverse activities include readings, music, re-enactments on the battlefields, boat burning, art and crafts, combat through the ages, music, film’s and theatre. Additional Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-30166966103817889652010-02-06T21:49:00.002Z2010-02-06T22:15:48.212ZA skipping we will go in Scarborough, North Yorkshire.The girls and I are already licking our lips at the thought of all those pancakes on Shrove Tuesday here at Flamborough Rigg cottage B&B near Pickering in North Yorkshire.Phil and Caroline have decided that we will need all the exercise we can get that day and plan to take us along to the Skipping Festival at South Bay Sea Front, Scarborough.This wonderful and quirky, low key event has been Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-3632652977408216752010-02-06T21:46:00.000Z2010-02-06T21:48:35.150ZThe Forestry Commission starts a major tree planting initiative across North Yorkshire.In an effort to replace trees that have been harvested for timber, to help broaden wildlife habitats and also making good loses sustained during storms in 2005, the Forestry Commission plans to plant 400,000 trees across North Yorkshire over the next four months.The forest workers will hand-plant the 400,000 trees on 390 acres in Langdale Forest, near Pickering, Ingleby Greenhow, near Stokesley, Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-86521760361445236162010-02-06T21:43:00.001Z2010-02-06T22:16:48.103ZLearn about Animals Intuition in North YorkshireAnother great family activity by the Forestry Commission, this time they invite you to learn more about our native animals. Join Marie from Animals Intuition to discover the world of reptiles, mammals and minibeasts, includes handling animals.The event meeting place is the Dalby Forest Visitors Centre in North Yorkshire.Dates:Tuesday 16 February 2010Wednesday 2 June 2010Thursday 28 October Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-25101678774752804152010-02-06T21:41:00.000Z2010-02-06T21:43:03.381ZLandscape and photography exhibition - Masters of LightThe North Yorkshire Moors National Park are presenting an exhibition of inspiring landscape and contemporary photography of the North York Moors and northern England by local professional photographers Mike Kipling, John Devlin and Brian Jobson.Date: 12th Feb 2010 - 22nd Feb 2010 Venue: Sutton Bank National Park Centre, 11.00am - 4.00pmFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-61423519061758988092010-01-22T13:24:00.003Z2010-02-06T22:19:13.071ZGuide to local beaches….North Yorkshire.While we love our walks from Flamborough Rigg Cottage B & B through Cropton Forest and on the North Yorkshire Moors there is nothing us girls like more than a visit to the seaside.Katie loves to show off doggy surfing, Meg adores a roll in the golden sand and I just love to splash people. This is us all showing off at Sandsend.We thought you might like to know more about our local beaches. Sadly Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-78933901417410083432010-01-22T12:56:00.003Z2010-01-22T13:13:19.754ZExperience Fountains Abbey, North Yorkshire, from your sofa!Those clever people at the National Trust have joined forces with Google street view to come up with a way that you humans can go online and explore Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire from anywhere in the world. The system offers a 360 degree ground level tour.Hopefully it will not make people too jealous that they don’t also live in North Yorkshire. Of course they can always come and visit; theyFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-5312234725250365852010-01-21T16:59:00.003Z2010-01-21T17:11:04.340ZNational Garden Scheme openings close to Flamborough Rigg Cottage B & B, North Yorkshire.The dates have been published for the gardens opening as part of the excellent National Garden Scheme and once again we have lots of amazing gardens opening their gates to the public within an easy drive of Flamborough Rigg Cottage B & B.They offer a diverse range of planting and locations throughout the summer.Riverside Farm, Sinnington, YorkshireCottage garden surrounding C18 farmhouse with Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-46869560669409554662010-01-20T17:22:00.001Z2010-01-20T17:24:41.011ZWinter bird walk at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Gardens.On 24 January 2010 join the experts to discover the resident winter bird life on a two mile walk around this beautiful estate, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water GardensNo pre-booking is needed but for further details contact the National Trust, Fountains Abbey, 01765 608888, fountainsenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukThe event takes place from 10.30 – 12.30 on Sunday 24 January 2010.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-43184136861865717222010-01-20T17:16:00.001Z2010-01-20T17:17:24.524ZScarborough Art Gallery displays East Coast Art.This January Scarborough Art Gallery, North Yorkshire, will open up its first floor rooms to show a fabulous selection of art produced by amateur and professional artists working in and around the East Coast. The work on show will be selected by a panel consisting of local artists Andy Black and Sue Timmins, art lover Stephen Wood, contemporary curator Stuart Cameron and Scarborough Museums Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-50386757936873527792010-01-20T17:11:00.000Z2010-01-20T17:12:34.764ZBeginners art at Beningbrough Hall North Yorkshire.The National Trust are encouraging wannabe artists with their start classes at Beningbrough Hall and Gardens in North Yorkshire.Have you always been itching to draw but never had the confidence? Join in with the two hour beginners' adult art sessions, led by tutors to help with your needs! First session looking at mark making, tones and shading and confidence building!The sessions are scheduled Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-54123436179368145792010-01-20T16:57:00.000Z2010-01-20T16:58:12.525ZArboretum Trust Family history day.On Saturday 23 January 2010 a Family History day is planned to take place at The Arboretum Trust, Kew at Castle Howard, North Yorkshire.Several local family history groups and societies will be offering help. The event is for all levels, from novices to the advanced researcher.Stalls will antiquarian books, new books, CDs and vintage postcards. Internet demonstrations will take place.The host ""Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-44138275722408966702010-01-20T16:21:00.002Z2010-01-20T16:25:48.505ZWhitby Ghost and Dracula walks.Discover the fun and alternative side of Whitby by joining Harry Collett on one of his evening walks around Whitby. Choose one of the following themes.Whitby Ghost Walks The MAN IN BLACK invites you to join him on a 75 minute tour to discover the strange and supernatural tales of murder, mystery and suspense.In Search of DraculaWalk and talk where Dracula stalked. Dare YOU follow the trail and Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-33438279405469276222010-01-08T19:02:00.003Z2010-01-08T19:09:45.944ZNeighbours on parade here in North Yorkshire.We have very orderly neighbours here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B & B, North Yorkshire. Meg pointed out that Phil would never get us dogs to line up like that; we like to think of ourselves as more free thinking. This comment provoked giggles from the pesky cat. We do think!As you can see our current neighbours, in Farmer Tim’s field, are some sort of elite military sheep regiment. Lily reckons Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-2859870836542264762010-01-08T19:00:00.000Z2010-01-08T19:02:00.707ZA last chance to see Fur and Feather at the National Park Centre, Danby.This weekend is the last chance you will have to see Andrew Hutchinson's art at the National Park Centre, Danby, North Yorkshire. His work is inspired by the nature and countryside of his native North Yorkshire. His limited edition prints cover subjects from wildlife to rare farm breeds.The venue is open 10.30 – 15.30 daily and the exhibition closes on 12 January 2010.For further details click Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-2741503166030438822010-01-08T18:49:00.007Z2010-01-08T18:59:33.484ZA Happy, Snowy, New Year at Flamborough Rigg Cottage, North Yorkshire.Here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage, Stape, North Yorkshire, the snowflakes continue to fall. The snow levels in our beautiful garden are well over my feline head so I have to resort to watching the dogs cavorting about although in places even they disappear, but sadly not for long!Our guests have loved tobogganing in the forest and walking through knee deep powder snow to the White Swan pub in Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-3049787734028010772009-12-17T20:03:00.003Z2009-12-17T20:15:18.067ZSnowflakes over North YorkshireIt is soooo exciting, the snow is back. Meg, Lily and I have had our noses pressed up against the window all afternoon watching the snow flakes gently drift down here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B & B in Stape North Yorkshire.The log burners are on and Meg reckons she would rather curl up in front of the fire but Lily and I are raring to get out into Cropton forest and play in the snow. Lily Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-55553380506088963982009-12-03T16:52:00.000Z2009-12-03T16:54:28.476ZEnjoy Christmas Carols at Rievaulx Abbey.On 13 December 2009 get into the festive spirit as the Bilsdale Silver Band serenade you with festive music and carols at Rievaulx Abbey in North Yorkshire.There is also an opportunity to purchase one or two unique festive gifts from the exclusive English Heritage range in the information centre shop.The event is aimed at all the family and starts at 13.30 on Sunday 13 December.For further Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-28542778844409160592009-12-03T16:37:00.001Z2009-12-03T16:39:31.709ZA Christmas Themed Star Watching Evening in Dalby Forest.Join Scarborough and Ryedale Astronomical Society for a tour of the night sky, clouds permitting and discover the many and varied constellations with a Christmas theme! ACCESS FOR ALL - This is a wheelchair friendly event.How to get there: Star Watching & Stars with Santa starts at Dalby Forest Visitor Centre in Dalby Forest. Thornton-le-Dale is the nearest town or village.On Friday 4 December Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-68311044308696738192009-12-03T16:34:00.000Z2009-12-03T16:36:52.918ZNorth Yorkshire Moors Railway Santa Specials.From Saturday 5 December 2009 NYMR start their Santa Specials. The service will run from Pickering and from Grosmont.The special service will run on the following dates in December 2009:Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th; Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th and from Saturday 19th to Tuesday 22nd 2009.Pickering departures: 0945 1130 1345 1530Grosmont departures: 0940 1115 1320 1450Tickets are £12.50 Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-14661240755711236012009-12-02T21:30:00.002Z2009-12-02T21:35:27.208ZAll is shining brightly here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B ready for Christmas.Hello, Katie here. We were very excited yesterday to welcome guests back to our extra shiny B&B at Flamborough Rigg Cottage in Stape, North YorkshireWhen Caroline and Phil said a few weeks ago that they were closing the B&B until December Lily, Meg, Payne and I were immediately at the door all togged up with leads, buckets, spades and frisbees thinking we were off on our holidays but sadly they Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-54693251748607759002009-12-02T21:26:00.002Z2009-12-02T21:29:14.115ZLearn to make Christmas Wreaths.Join the experts at the Dalby Forest Visitor Centre near Thornton-le-Dale to learn how to make an individual wreath using natural woodland materials.The event takes place on 3 December 2009 from 13.00 – 15.00.All ages are welcome but children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. Go dressed in casual clothing as the process may involve getting a little messy.For further details about Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-87513020064963968502009-11-21T09:28:00.002Z2009-11-21T09:30:47.637ZChristmas Arrives at Castle Howard.From Saturday 28th November – Sunday 20th December the magnificent 18th-century Castle Howard, near York, will be lit by roaring fires and candlelight. Giant Christmas trees will dominate the Great Hall and Long Gallery, each decorated with over 1,000 baubles, as well as the display of traditional Christmas 'twigs' - all decorated by the Hon. Simon Howard and Mrs Howard. Beautiful decorations, Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-51460864197573907722009-11-21T09:24:00.002Z2009-11-21T09:27:25.941ZVisit the popular St Nicholas Fayre in York.Between 26-29 November York's biggest and most popular Christmas market, St Nicholas Fayre, hosts traders from across the region and the rest of Britain to offer fresh and unique gifts as well as the very best of Yorkshire produce.Open air markets stretch across the city centre's main squares and into the historic halls in the city, with the Made In Yorkshire craft market within the Guild Hall, aFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-47940855100386589902009-11-10T20:57:00.002Z2009-11-10T21:00:02.814ZGet your skates on in York from 14 November 2009.Right in the centre of historic York, overlooked by the spectacular facades of 13th Century Clifford's Tower, the Law Courts and the Castle Museum, York’s open-air real ice rink, The Ice Factor, returns for it fifth successive year.At night, the rink positively sparkles with its floodlit surroundings and the numerous Christmas trees and cabins around the rink garlanded with lights too.The Ice Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-87466729120691481682009-11-10T20:54:00.002Z2009-11-10T20:56:49.267ZThe National Trust hosts a Blues Night at Nunnington Hall in North Yorkshire.On 21 November 2009 Steve Philips, one of the country's foremost blues guitarists and former member of the Notting Hillbillies, will be performing at Nunnington Hall.The event takes place from 19.00 – 21.15. Gates open at 18.15. Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-79595017553083601932009-11-02T15:55:00.002Z2009-11-02T16:34:27.272ZAutumn Walks through Dalby and Cropton Forests, North Yorkshire.It has been so busy here at Flamborough Rigg cottage B&B this summer that we haven’t had as many of our favourite epic forest walks as we might have liked. We know Phil and Caroline have been busy looking after guests so we forgive them.They are making it up to us now as things are slightly calmer and who can resist the stunning Yorkshire forests in autumn. There have been walks to some of our Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-79981632307598755272009-11-02T15:31:00.000Z2009-11-02T15:32:37.045ZHedge Laying Workshops in North Yorkshire.The North Yorkshire Moors National Park Authority are hosting a couple of two-day workshops in the traditional country craft of hedge laying. It will take place on the National Park’s Levisham Estate close to the market town of Pickering in North Yorkshire.You will be wielding billhooks - very sharp hand tools - and finding out all there is to know about pleachers.Dates: 14th Nov 2009 - 15th Nov Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-66098830020911441012009-11-02T15:29:00.000Z2009-11-02T15:30:58.437ZView the British Wildlife Photography Awards EntriesOn 7 and 8 November 2009 the National Trust at Nunnington Hall, North Yorkshire, will be displaying the winning entries from the 2009 British Wildlife Photography Awards competition.This is an excellent opportunity to see these stunning photographs up close.For further details on Nunnington Hall click here.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-77713005368551144772009-11-02T15:27:00.001Z2009-11-02T15:29:02.888ZCastle Howard hosts NSPCC Christmas Shopping FairThe NSPCC Castle Howard Christmas Fair is taking place on Friday 6 November from 9.30am to 3.30pm with over 50 stalls selling a range of goods for adults and children alike: from toys, swimming pool games and children’s books to traditional Yorkshire food stalls, clothes, jewellery, home wares and pet gifts. The annual event attracts over 1,200 visitors and hopes to raise £35,000 for the NSPCC, Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-13265485201296222462009-10-24T22:30:00.004+01:002009-10-24T22:39:11.122+01:00Halloween Events for all the family in North Yorkshire.We are planning to celebrate Lilys first Halloween in style here at Flamborough Rigg Cottage B&B. Sadly, so far, we have had no success in catching bats to hang up in our kennel but we have been collecting some lovely spiders, Phil will be soooooo excited when he sees them. Meg has her eye on a lovely pumpkin in the vegetable garden which we are hoping Caroline will carve for us ready for our Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-82845766626161625182009-10-24T22:29:00.000+01:002009-10-24T22:30:28.588+01:00Getting to know the birds of North Yorkshire with the experts.The North Yorkshire National Park Authority invites you to join one of their senior rangers for a fun and informative afternoon getting to know more about local birds. The afternoon will include some time bird spotting in Crow Wood and then once you are a fully fledged bird spotter you will make a bird feeder back at the Centre. You will receive a bird spotting survey form so that you can carry Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-74456569854370344312009-10-24T22:26:00.001+01:002009-10-24T22:28:42.738+01:00Half Term excitement for the kids at the National Railway Museum in York.At the National Railway Museum in York enjoy an action packed October half term, with steam rides on Furness 20 and plenty of 'Cunning Inventions!' There will also be craft activities, live science shows, storytelling and the Platform4 Theatre at the weekend. From 24 October – 02 November 2009.Steam rides on Furness 20Don't miss your opportunity to ride on Furness 20 in the South Yard, one of Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-82349040270119871182009-10-24T22:24:00.000+01:002009-10-24T22:25:43.560+01:00The Executioner Arrives at York Castle Museum!On 24 and 25 October 2009 the executioner will be based at the York Castle Museum. The 'executioner' - William "Mutton" Curry - will be equipped with a 12ft high gallows and all the tools of his gruesome trade and will delight in explaining the varying forms of punishment he uses. He will also recount the nature of crime and punishment in the time of the Bloody Code in the late 18th and early Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-7322625730566085952009-10-19T21:58:00.003+01:002009-10-19T22:03:57.058+01:00The Great Fossil Hunters of the North Yorkshire Coast.The excellent Rotunda Museum in Scarborough has planned a number of exciting fossil hunts for the Autumn half term week. I wonder if they could benefit from the fine nose of an expert hunter like me. I will be on the slipway at Sandsend ready to offer my services, see you there!Plesiosaur Hunt (Speeton)Sunday 25 October, 13.00-15.00Bring the whole family along on this expert-led fossil hunt and Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-59427576705146515872009-10-19T21:53:00.002+01:002009-10-19T21:57:04.564+01:00Bats are Brilliant! The North York Moors National Park Authority have created a fun family trail fromThe Sutton Bank National Park Centre for the Autumn half term week.During the self guided trail learn about these amazing creatures and upon completion claim your prize. All children must be accompanied by an adult.The trail is available from 24 October – 01 November from 10.00 – 17.00.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-75367843592369464482009-10-19T21:51:00.000+01:002009-10-19T21:53:19.776+01:00An Evening of Clairvoyance at Nunnington Hall, North Yorkshire.On 28 November 2009 the National Trust invite you to join them for an evening with the psychic and medium Joanne Gregory. Joanne is recognised as an extremely gifted clairaudient medium with a strong reputation for accuracy with clients and audiences across the world. She has appeared as a guest medium on a number of programmes with Living TV's 'Most Haunted'.Gate open at 18.15 and the event willFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-34180706421596150872009-10-19T21:48:00.001+01:002009-10-19T21:51:13.287+01:00A Family Autumn Watch Walk on the North Yorkshire MoorsJoin the North Yorkshire Moors National Park education activity leaders on an autumn walk up to the moors. Fill in your very own autumn watch activity book along the way, recording sights and sounds of autumn. The walk will cover a distance of 2.8 miles.All children under 9 to be accompanied by an adult. Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment Tel 01439 772738.Date: 26 October Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-4474552009017110242009-10-19T21:45:00.001+01:002009-10-19T21:48:14.069+01:00The National Trust needs your help to create Tulip Mania in York!During the Autumn half term week 24 October 11.00 - 1 November 16.00 the National Trust are inviting visitors to plant a tulip bulb in the garden borders of the Treasurer’s House in York.You will then receive an email in the spring with a picture of the thousand Tulipa 'White Triumphator' flowering. Alternatively you could revisit the Treasurer’s House and North Yorkshire once again to see the Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-67896015161056289102009-10-17T20:53:00.002+01:002009-10-17T20:59:18.101+01:00Travelling with Trees – Talk at the Arboretum Kew at Castle HowardOn 20 October 2009 John Simmons OBE VMH, formerly the Curator of Kew, will give an illustrated talk in which he will describe several of the interesting, and also some veteran trees he has seen and collected in remote parts of the world or grown in gardens.After the talk he will lead a walk in the arboretum looking at a number of the more botanically valuable and rare trees now established there;Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-27802600747910401212009-10-16T18:59:00.002+01:002009-10-16T19:01:55.883+01:00Escorted walks in Yorkshire during October and November 2009.Join the experts to explore just a few corners of this beautiful county.Saturday 17 October 2009.Join the National Trust - A Breath of BrimhamLet the guide walk and talk you through the last 320 million years on a 90 minute journey round the rocks and moorland.Booking not needed. Meet at the NT car park at Brimham Rocks for a 14.00 start.For further details call 01423 780688Sunday 18 October 2009Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-59211055013678686102009-10-16T18:03:00.003+01:002009-10-16T18:07:46.246+01:00It's Shark Week at Scarborough Sealife and Marine Sanctuary.In support of European Shark Week, Scarborough Sea Life Centre the team will be introducing a brand new talk for the week with amazing facts about sharks.""Most people don't know a great deal about sharks so we will tell them some great fishy facts including that a sharks sense of smell is so good, they can detect one drop of blood in an olympic sized swimming pool"" said Displays Curator LyndseyFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-66727747274018685262009-10-15T21:29:00.002+01:002009-10-15T21:33:10.513+01:00Apples Galore!We have our fair share of apples here in the garden at Flamborough Rigg Cottage in North Yorkshire. Katie, Meg and I love to take a nibble on the wind falls but from what I hear the good people at Nunnington Hall near Helmsley are the apple experts.On 19 October you can join Nick, Nunnington Halls Head Gardener, to explore the Hall’s orchard. He will tell you about and invite you to taste the Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-44788745217203360952009-10-15T21:22:00.005+01:002009-10-16T17:30:54.331+01:00Alpacas come to North Yorkshire!.Well, actually they might already be here, living in various fields throughout Yorkshire but I haven’t seen any!The first ever Alpaca Show in the county of Yorkshire is to be staged on Saturday the 24th October 2009. This show is organised by the Yorkshire Alpaca Group and will take place at the Thirsk Business Park. It is expected that around 150 Alpacas will take part: the very best Alpacas Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-77649208714418382772009-10-15T21:20:00.000+01:002009-10-15T21:22:02.199+01:00This is your last chance to see the Cook and Canada Exhibition in Whitby.You only have until 31 October 2009 to see this summer excellent exhibition at the Captain Cook Memorial Museum in Whitby, North Yorkshire. It is called: Cook and CANADA, a reputation in the making.Exactly 250 years ago, James Cook was charting the deadly shoals and eddies of the St Lawrence River. Under General Wolfe, British troops scaled the river cliffs at night and captured the French Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-9229107787105528142009-09-24T16:44:00.002+01:002009-09-24T16:46:43.636+01:00Mountain Bike Ride across the North Yorkshire Moors National Park.On 27 September 2009 it is possible to experience the North Yorkshire Moors National Park with an expert.The Moors Ranger, Simon Bassingale will be leading a 24 mile mainly off-road bike ride across the Moors. The route will include some challenging riding but if struggling some of the harder spots can be done on foot.Participants must be over 16 years of age and must bring along their bike, Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-47477801694311762182009-09-24T16:32:00.002+01:002009-09-24T16:35:33.512+01:00Cliffords Tower, York - King Henry's TableOn 26 & 27 September 2009, to coincide with the excellent York Food & Drink Festival, English Heritage is turning back the clock to Tudor times at Clifford’s Tower in York. They will recreate a royal breakfast for King Henry VIII, displaying the vast amounts of food and drink he would have consumed. They will also share the secrets of Tudor cookery.For further details click here.Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-86945820920780305232009-09-22T15:16:00.002+01:002009-09-22T15:19:55.916+01:00New Exhibition in the Turnstone Gallery, Sandsend, North YorkshireThe Turnstone Gallery in Sandsend will be presenting the work of Andrea and Liz Bailey from 26 September until 01 November 2009 under the heading of Paint, Fleece and Clay.Andrea Bailey finds riches for her work in the local landscape, her wild garden and collection of poultry. This is reflected in both her drawings and paintings, and more recently in her sculptures and wall hangings created in Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-63204897336495215772009-09-22T15:15:00.000+01:002009-09-22T15:16:21.147+01:00Tapestries of Nunnington Hall, North Yorkshire.The National Trust are inviting people to join their Regional Conservator, Caroline Rendell, to look at the wonderful tapestries of Nunnington Hall in North Yorkshire. On 28 September 2009 Caroline will talk about the history and the care of the tapestries before asking the party to join her for lunch in the tearoom.The event takes place 10.30 – 13.00 on 28 September. Booking is essential so Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-16048478863542491642009-09-17T09:08:00.004+01:002009-09-17T09:25:47.267+01:00Beer and Wine Tastings at the York Food and Drink Festival As part of the excellent York Food and Drink Festival there are two ‘Trade Style tastings’ where you buy a ticket, pick up a glass at the door and then walk around the stands offering tasters of the many different drinks.The Beer Fair is on Thursday 24th September at 7.30pm in the Evening Fountain Café, which incorporates the neighbouring Festival Real Ale tent featuring Daleside Brewery. LocalFlamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-78881563415621357052009-09-17T09:04:00.001+01:002009-09-17T09:07:05.038+01:00The National Trust ask for help at Robin Hood’s Bay.The National Trust in association with the Marine Conservation Society are looking for volunteers to help collect the litter that gets washed ashore on to our beautiful beaches each year.I am not sure we puppies are allowed on Robin Hoods Bay beach at this time of year but we will be sure to send Phil and Caroline on our behalf…….they can set about helping to clear the beach from the slipway to Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1123648189943482651.post-16077372184425064362009-09-17T09:01:00.000+01:002009-09-17T09:03:28.474+01:00Go Batty with North Yorkshire Moors National ParkOn 27 September you can join the experts at the Moors National Park Centre, Danby to learn how to make a Bat Box and learn about bat detectors before setting off on a guided bat walk.The event is recommended for any one over the age of 5. The walk and bat box is £6 or just the walk is £2. Children walk for free. Don’t forget your torch.To book a place on the event call on 01439 772738Flamborough Rigg Cottage 5* Bed and Breakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05424434250840531969noreply@blogger.com