Thornton Dale is a picture-perfect village in North Yorkshire’s Ryedale valley. The lovely village is located on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, east of the bustling town of Pickering. A Georgian inn, Brandysnap Bistro for a home-cooked lunch, and Lavenders Tea Rooms, Gifts & Takeaway are among the dining options. Stock up on necessities in the small convenience store, and there are two farm shops for fresh fruit and vegetables just outside the hamlet. Pickering is a lively market town with individual shops, a beautiful castle, and the exhilarating Flamingo Land Resort. On your excursion, be sure to explore the unique scenery of the North York Moors National Park to test your stamina and see a variety of animals. Travel further afield to Scarborough, where you can splash around in the water park, eat fresh fish and chips on the seafront, and learn about the town’s history at Scarborough Castle.
