postcards from north yorkshire

dear friends,

easter weekend this year had us heading north by fast train to york (2 hours by train, about 4 in a car), then driving out into the countryside of north yorkshire

we’d found a small stone shed on the internet that we fell in love with and were so happy to discover it was free that weekend.

every single detail had been considered in this inviting place. from fluffly cotton bathrobes and crisp cotton sheets to the beautiful breakfast basket of goodies and a bottle of local wine that greeted us on arrival. we felt right at home…

we drove through the north yorkshire moors again and again. each time taking a new road, stopping for photos and to admire the stone crosses and grand views…

fields with stone walls lay out below us like patchwork quilts in shades of green

we found the local deli and had wonderful coffee. the lady in the store so cheerful and welcoming – just perfect for this kind of place…

we climbed up roseberry topping, then had a pint of the local lager in the nearby town where nic’s father grew up

we dined at the star inn, harome – a michelin starred restaurant (#9 in my 101 things in 1001 days list),

we explored the coastline, driving to robin hood’s bay

eating fish & chips down at the harbour in whitby

and exploring the beautiful tiny fishing village of staithes. shrouded in haar, staithes seemed to possess a beautiful and quiet magic.

we rambled, relaxed and explored, returning home feeling rested and rejuvenated.
thinking of *you* and wondering what new places you might be exploring

arohanui
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