Thornton Dale is a pretty village in North Yorkshire’s Ryedale area. 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 meal, 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. Discover independent shops, the fascinating Pickering Castle, and the exhilarating Flamingo Land Resort in the busy market town of Pickering.