Welcome to the Dales and Vales Cottage Holidays Blog - your guide to the perfect holiday in the Yorkshire Dales, Yorkshire Coast, Yorkshire Moors, Durham and Teesdale, Northumberland, Cumbria and The Lakes.
The OlympicTorch Relay will be passing through Skipton on 24 June and to celebrate this momentous occasion there will be a Festival of Sport and Culture on the High Street between 10am and 3pm, ahead of the torch coming through the town. There will be a great range of activities and performances held by local clubs and schools with something for all ages. Don’t miss the chance to get involved in this historic event and to enjoy the carnival atmosphere!
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Every year in April the border town of Melrose becomes the focus of international attention. The occasion is the Melrose Sevens a rugby event devised and first played in the town in 1877. The Sevens is one of the biggest events held in the Borders and attracts followers from all over the world. But this small town has plenty of other claims to fame and is well used to welcoming visitors from all over the world.
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The first signs of spring are showing promise across the regions. Snowdrops are blanketing the ground, country parks and woodlands are alive with budding blooms – and the wonders of new life have been celebrated at local farms. So why not take advantage of this particularly mild weather, explore a new part of the country, be a tourist for a long weekend, or simply escape.
There are lots of family-friendly places to visit around Yorkshire – here are just a few to whet your appetite!
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Whether you’re into climbing, cycling, sailing or just plain old-fashioned walking, the Lake District and the surrounding towns and fells of Cumbria have something for everyone to enjoy – lots of adventurous things to do!
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Surprise your loved one with a romantic short break for Valentine’s Day! You can even arrange to have flowers delivered to your holiday cottage and enjoy each other’s company in comfort and privacy, relaxing by a cosy open fire as you celebrate together with a glass of bubbly!
Take advantage of our LOW DEPOSIT – book BEFORE the end of January and only £90 per week booked ensures you’ll get the cottage you want at the price you want to pay! Book online or ring us today on 01756 792498!
Alnwick Castle – used for exterior shots of Hogwarts school in the famous Harry Potter films, Durham Cathedral which was the scene of one of the Hogwarts’ classrooms and even a trip up to Goathland railway station, the location for Hogsmeade Station!
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