Wuthering Delights

The North York Moors; moody, rolling hills of purple heather punctuated by some of the most picture perfect villages and towns in England. Providing the backdrop to much loved period television like Heartbeat and Brideshead Revisited, the Moors have so much to offer the weekender in search of some glamour and drama. Roll out your blanket, pour the Pimms and enjoy the view. Just remember to mind the sheep on t'road.

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'Heathcliff, make the world stop right here. Make everything stop and stand still and never move again. Make the moors never change and you and I never change'. Oh Cathy, we so agree...

The North York Moors occupy most of the land north of York, stretching up to the southern suburbs of Middlesbrough. Recognised as a unique and fragile environment, the central Moors were designated a National Park over fifty years ago.

Somewhat smaller than the Yorkshire Dales, the North Yorkshire Moors still cover an area of almost 600 square miles and like the Dales you can easily find yourself miles from anywhere relatively quickly. There is a sense of wilderness, particularly on top of the high central moorlands, but its cast in comforting soft focus.

Adding to the genteel atmosphere are the many well heeled towns and villages dotted about the Moors, where honey-coloured sandstone buildings lend warm contrast to the deep purple and green of the surrounding landscape. Refreshingly, the pastoral traditions of these rural communities seem unaffected by the influx of tourists. You'll still find sheep keeping the village green in trim and on balmy summer evening's huddles of men in flat caps supping pints and playing quoits; a sort of English version of boules but with metal rings and pins instead of balls.

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The Moors feature some gorgeous luxury Yorkshire hotels and self-catering accommodation.  From luxury converted barns to centuries old inns, you're sure to find accommodation which suits you.  Take a look at our pick of the best by clicking on the accommodation link on this page.  Book online with us to receive your exclusive location mini-guide and luxury postcards.

Fancy tootering across the Moors in a classic car or organising a clay pigeon shoot?  Our concierge is on hand to help you plan any extras.  Contact us at concierge@gorgeousweekend.com 

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