…self catering carriage holidays on the Derwent Valley line.
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The Drovers Arms is a 2 minute drive -
Dating back to the 19th century, the pub is an impressive brick-
Warm and friendly Thai staff provide a typical Thai welcome to this beautiful country
cottage restaurant. The extensive grounds feature an oriental garden complete with
bamboo furniture and a Thai-
The Black Bull Inn is ideally situated between York and Selby. York hosts many historic places of interest plus good shopping and the Abbey in Selby is worth a visit. There are many other activities within easy reach of this splendid traditional inn, such as golf, fishing and water sports, not least of all are the famous spa in Harrogate and the North Yorkshire Moors. The Black Bull Inn boasts an extremely successful and well known restaurant serving food prepared to order on the premises and many of our guests simply come for a relaxing stay in a country environment where they can enjoy the unique comfort and sumptuous living a privately run English country inn can provide.
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The Jug and Bottle is a local delicatessen and off-
We are about 5 minutes drive from Breighton Airfield which is home to The Real Aeroplane Company. The airfield accepts visitors and it is extremely convenient if arriving at Skipwith Station by air. The airfield has a Museum which throws open its doors to the public during a handful of special event days held throughout the summer. A visit to the Real Aeroplane Museum makes for a truly memorable day out that everyone can enjoy. Situated on the edge of the Wolds beside the ambling River Derwent, close to the historic agricultural towns of Howden and Selby and within easy reach of the city of York, the area is steeped in history and additional interest. The majority of visitors to the Real Aeroplane Museum arrive by car, however, they are happy to receive visitors by air (details available on the web site).
The airfield is about 20 minutes drive from Skipwith Station and is convenient if
arriving by air. It has the advantage of offering all facilities to visiting aircraft
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Rufforth is the home to two clubs sharing the same airfield -
Flying in a modern microlight aircraft is a truly uplifting experience for anybody who has ever dreamed of taking to the skies. Lessons or pleasure flights are available.
The York Gliding Centre occupies the western half of Rufforth Aerodrome, an old WWII base. Operations normally take place from one or other tarmac runways, and substantial grass areas are also available. The club has a substantial fleet and offers basic instruction and pleasure flights.
Flights can be booked in advance on request by us.
The course is built in harmony with it's natural woodland setting near to the Derwent Ings. The wide green fairways blend and bend with the gentle countryside. The greens are all built to USGA specifications with substantial mounding. The course is 6742 yards long with a par of 72 and SSS of 72. There are seven lakes coming into play, superb practice facilities, including driving bays, a ball dispenser, putting green, practice bunkers and short game practice areas.
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An old fashioned red telephone box waits to greet you on the 18th tee where you can order your hard earned refreshments from the clubhouse.
The clubhouse is open from 8am in the summer months and has a full bar and dining facilities, from golf snacks through to dining in the Lakeside Restaurant. The Oaks is famous for it's comprehensive Visitor and Corporate Golf packages and are proud to host qualifying rounds for corporate tournaments. Prices begin from £35 per head. For details contact the office, but please book early to avoid disappointment!
The Golf Shop is on site and stocks a large selection of golfing equipment, clothing and gifts to suit all budgets.
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