Where to Base
Staying in the town center allows walking access to key sites like the Railway Museum and the station. The quiet atmosphere is perfect for exploring the surrounding countryside.
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Pickering
Pickering is a charming market town in North Yorkshire, renowned for its medieval streets and status as the gateway to the North York Moors. For frequent-flyer hotel travelers seeking a serene base, Pickering offers a slower pace of life rich in history and natural beauty. It serves as an ideal hub for exploring the surrounding moorlands and coastal areas without the bustle of larger cities. Accommodations here cater to those valuing tranquility and cultural immersion, providing comfortable stays that allow easy access to the region's scenic trails and historic landmarks. The town's compact center makes it walkable, while its railway connections facilitate broader regional exploration.
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Getting Around
The town is compact, with major sights within walking distance. Train links to York and Scarborough make it easy to reach larger cities or the coast.
Best Season
Spring and summer offer pleasant scenery for hiking. Winter provides a cozy atmosphere, ideal for enjoying indoor cultural experiences in a peaceful setting.
Nearby attractions
Pickering Castle
castle in Pickering, North Yorkshire, England, UK
Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul
church in Ryedale, UK
North Yorkshire Moors Railway
heritage railway in England, United Kingdom
Castle Howard
historic house museum
Mumbo Jumbo
amusement ride
Dalby Forest
forest in North Yorkshire, England
Beck Isle Museum
museum in Pickering, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
Flamingo Land Resort
theme park, zoo, and resort in Yorkshire
Kumali
roller coaster
St Gregory's Minster
Anglo-Saxon church in Kirkdale near Kirkbymoorside, Vale of Pickering, North Yorkshire, England, UK
Malton Castle
former castle in North Yorkshire, England, UK
St Mary's Church
church in Lastingham, England
Dining
Star Inn at Harome
Andrew Pern’s 14C thatched inn oozes charm and character, with its low ceilings, Robert ‘Mouseman’ features and some charred beams left in situ in a nod to its life story. Head Chef Steve Smith’s cooking has a classical base with modern overtones, and Yorkshire leads the way in rich, gutsy, flavour-driven dishes, with fish coming from Whitby, game from the Moors and vegetables plucked from the kitchen garden. Relax on the terrace, then stay over in one of the individually styled bedrooms; one boasts a snooker table, another, a piano.
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In a pretty little village on the edge of the North York Moors lies this former pub with stripped-back décor – expect flagstoned floors, whitewashed beams and exposed stone walls. The tasting menu features prime produce enhanced by a range of techniques, both traditional and modern, as with the showstopping Thirkelby duck in three servings, glazed with homemade walnut wine. Consider the excellent non-alcoholic drinks pairing, which really enhances the food, and a stay overnight in one of the cosy, simply decorated bedrooms.
WebsiteThe Plough
Richard and Lindsey Johns are experience operators in this part of the world. For their latest project, they’ve taken on this attractive 16th-century inn situated between the Howardian Hills and the North York Moors. There’s plenty of character to the place, from the beamed ceiling to the roaring fire for winter and beer garden for summer. Chef Richard offers hearty dishes that are classically and wholly enjoyable, like a generous pork chop cooked with evident skill. Lindsey looks after every table with a genuine warmth and personal touch.
WebsiteHomestead Kitchen
The North York Moors and their produce are the inspiration behind this charming little restaurant housed inside a rural, stone-built former farmhouse. Chef-Owner Peter Neville and his partner Cecily Fearnley show great pride as they enthuse about their environmental philosophies. Local produce – be it Moorland roe deer, Whitby crab or any number of ingredients from the kitchen garden – is used in hearty dishes that pack a punch when it comes to flavour. Sauces and accompaniments are a particular strength of the kitchen.
WebsiteThe Pheasant
Sitting within the hotel of the same name, this elegant restaurant has a country house feel that combines classical and contemporary design touches. Diners are split between the inside dining room and a less formal conservatory, while a lovely terrace overlooks the village duck pond. The appealing menus take a seasonal approach, with classically based dishes providing plenty of flavour thanks to well-sourced ingredients and strong technique. An all-day set-up means you can pop in for anything from breakfast to a nightcap, via afternoon tea and, on Sundays, a roast lunch.
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Blacksmith's Arms
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The Farmhouse Bakery and Coffeeshop
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