Danby
An unspoiled moorland village
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The unspoiled moorland village of Danby lies in the North York Moors National Park and is an official dark skies site. It is a picturesque place with open grassed areas where sheep freely roam, there is a delightful bakery serving the local community and a long standing pub. You can visit by train for a day out on the Esk Valley Railway or by a moors bus in the summer season.
The National Park Centre resides here, a tranquil setting surrounded by countryside and a small woodland, frequently hosting events and activities for all interests and age groups. There is also an amazing outdoor adventure play area for children and many walking routes in the surrounding area.
Danby was once the home of writer and cleric Canon Atkinson, vicar of Danby church. You can find St Hilda’s Church in a remote location up the dale, which is well worth a visit, offering amazing views across Danby dale. Just out of sight is Danby beacon - a landmark used as a way marker by thousands of walkers each year. The village is also home to a beautiful Castle dating back to the 14th century which is now a popular wedding venue.
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Church House Farm Yorkshire
Holiday Cottages in the North York Moors National Park close to Danby and… Holiday Cottages in the North York Moors National Park close to Danby and Castleton. A great place to relax, rejuvenate and reconnect with nature.…
Yorkshire Cycle Hub
At the Yorkshire Cycle Hub you'll find a cafe, bike shop, bikes to hire,… At the Yorkshire Cycle Hub you'll find a cafe, bike shop, bikes to hire, bike wash, drying room, camping pods, bunk house accommodation with en-suite…
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The beautiful space of the Inspired by... gallery hosts changing… The beautiful space of the Inspired by... gallery hosts changing exhibitions of work by contemporary artists who draw their inspiration from the…
Esk Valley East and Egton Bridge Cycle Route
For a taste of the best and most varied scenery in the Esk Valley, head… For a taste of the best and most varied scenery in the Esk Valley, head out by bike on the eastern road circuit from The Moors National Park Centre…
Esk Valley West and Westerdale Cycle Route
The western road circuit out of The Moors Centre follows minor valley and… The western road circuit out of The Moors Centre follows minor valley and moorland roads, and combines a run along the upper Esk Valley with a…
Danby Lodge National Park Centre
For inside info on the National Park and a fun free day out. There’s an… For inside info on the National Park and a fun free day out. There’s an outdoor adventure play area and indoor climbing wall for kids, interactive…
Danby Castle Walk
Danby Castle – ancestral home of the Danby Estate – lies high up on a spur… Danby Castle – ancestral home of the Danby Estate – lies high up on a spur overlooking the Esk Valley.
Danby Dale, Blakey and Westerdale Walk
Make no mistake – you have to be up for a challenge to tackle our most… Make no mistake – you have to be up for a challenge to tackle our most strenuous moorland walk, a 16½-mile circuit of the western dales and high…
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The Danby Agricultural Show is a traditional country and agricultural show… The Danby Agricultural Show is a traditional country and agricultural show held every year in August. The show includes horticultural, produce and…
Programme: Bach - Partita no 2 in D minor BWV 1004 Saariaho - Danse… Programme: Bach - Partita no 2 in D minor BWV 1004 Saariaho - Danse des flocons I and II Berio Duetti Isabella Gellis - Creation (three…
Come all ye old souls and dreamers...Step beyond the bounds of the modern… Come all ye old souls and dreamers...Step beyond the bounds of the modern age as Celtic bard Olivia Graham beckons you on a journey through time and…
Our annual Gala Night charity fund raising event.Wonderful music, food and… Our annual Gala Night charity fund raising event.Wonderful music, food and a mega Gala Raffle.Our 2026 charities are WHISK and Heather Hopper - with…
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