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Find Your Escape: Countryside escape
Escape to the countryside for fun on the farm, historical ruins and North Yorkshire's only city on this three-day break.
About This Itinerary
Ready to switch off? Find your escape in the North Yorkshire countryside where peaceful landscapes meet fascinating history, with cosy accommodation and good beer thrown in.
Send your days discovering fascinating history and getting stuck into farm life before whiling away the nights with stargazing in a hot tub. Visit charming market towns and find quiet moments in nature - perfect for spending quality time together.
Itinerary Schedule

Step back in time
Looking for a romantic escape with a twist of history and nature? Wander hand-in-hand through dramatic abbey ruins, explore serene Georgian water gardens, and spot deer in the medieval park. Whether you're into Insta-worthy views or peaceful picnics, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a dreamy blend of exploration and peaceful spots. Don’t miss the “Surprise View” for a stunning view of the abbey, or pass through the Serpentine Tunnel if you dare.

Ripon, North Yorkshire's only city
This charming city is the perfect place to refuel after a morning exploring. The bustling marketplace is perfect for discovering eclectic shops and local gems, and you'll find a range of charming tearooms and pubs serving up light bites and hearty meals.
After lunch, why not take a stroll along the river or browse antique shops for forgotten treasures, before visiting the magnificent gothic cathedral.

Farm Adventure Yorkshire
A short drive from Ripon, head through beautiful rolling hills to your farm stay adventure.
Check into your cosy cottage complete with hot tub and wood-burning stove for a two-night stay on this family farm, set in peaceful countryside.
Enjoy stunning views from the hot tub, and enjoy the peaceful sounds of cows mooing and birdsong under the stars , and let the stress of everyday life melt away...

A hands-on day in the Dales
After a peaceful night's sleep, it's time to start your day off right with a hearty homemade breakfast before you don your wellies for your unique farm experience!
Roll up your sleeves and get stuck into life on the farm, set against sweeping views of the Yorkshire Dales. You'll help with a variety of farming jobs which could include feeding cows and sheep, gathering the sheep in for health checks, collecting fresh eggs and even driving a tractor!
After a busy day, whip up a dinner in the cottage to enjoy in front of the log burner and ease your tired muscles with another dip in the hot tub - bliss...

Masham, the brewery town
After breakfast, it's time to wave goodbye to farm life and head a short distance to the brewery town of Masham. Here you'll find galleries and creative studios and independent eateries arranged around the Georgian market square,
Call into one of the tearooms or pubs for a tasty lunch and stop by the breweries to pick up some local beer to take home and enjoy as a souvenir of your countryside escape.