Bird Watching and Wildlife
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Nearby Towns & Cities
We are literally on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds surrounded
by the Vale of York, Ryedale, Lincolnshire Wolds and the
Humber Estuary. With such a great location, whether you
are walking, driving, bird watching or just relaxing,
there are plenty of things to do in and around Rudstone
Walk.
Stately
Homes and Gardens
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Again we are really well catered for within a 1 hour
drive from Rudstone Walk:
Burnby
Hall Gardens has Europe's largest collection of water
lillies and lots of hide and seek pathways through the
gardens. Approx. 10 minutes from Rudstone Walk.
Burton
Agnes Hall and Gardens, near Beverley is a lovely
Elizabethan hall filled with treasures collected over
4 centuries. Beautiful walled gardens with games and quirky
corners reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland. Open April
- October. Approximately 20 minutes from Rudstone Walk.
Burton
Constable near Hull contains a superb collection of
Chippendale furniture, priceless stained glass and beautiful
paintings. Landscaped by Capability Brown. Open March
- October. Approx20 minutes from Rudstone Walk.
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Castle
Howard One of the countries finest historic
houses. Open February - November. Approve 40 minutes
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Old Hall, Gainsborough in Lincolnshire. One of the most
impressive medieval houses in the country.
Sledmere House is open from April - September, it is
one of Yorkshire's best kept secrets. Famous for its plasterwork
and mighty pipe organ which is actually played for visitors
at various times during the week.
Sewerby
Hall is a good all round family day out complete with
hall, gardens and a small children's zoo.
Nearby
Towns and cities [top]
Towns within 40 minutes drive include York, Beverley,
Selby, Bridlington and Hull which each have their own
famous churches, minsters, landmarks, visitor attractions
and museums not forgetting the huge selection of shopping:
Hull - An historic waterfront city sharing an
affinity with the sea spanning many centuries has created
a city with a proud maritime heritage.
The
Deep, Hulls world famous attraction with sharks, rays
and the worlds deepest viewing tunnel enabling visitors
to see the ocean floor is just a short drive from Rudstone
Walk.
Hull offers many other museums, most of which have free
admission:
For almost 50 years the Spurn
Lightship served as a navigational aid in the treacherous
River Humber. Now moored in the marina her crew welcome
you aboard.
Arctic
Corsair Hull's last sidewinder trawler is also moored
on the River Hull and guided tours are available around
this vessel.
Art lovers are well catered for in the award winning
Ferens
Art Gallery with a diverse collection of old masters
through to more contemporary work. There is even a children's
gallery.
Fort
Paull is Yorkshire's last remaining fortress of the
Napoleonic era with museum, armouries and military vehicles.
The
Humber Bridge is a tourist attraction in its own right
being one of the world's longest single span suspension
bridges.
Shoppers looking for a touch of retail therapy will not
be disappointed at Princes
Quay offering over 100 shops. The Edwardian Trinity
Market hall is in the heart of Hull's old town offering
shops and coffee bars.
City centre churches which are a must include St
Mary's the Virgin. It is the oldest parish church
in Hull dating back to the 13th century. After many years
of silence the bells are now peeling again and the 15th
century nave and chancel are well worth a visit
After the oldest visit the largest parish church in England.
Holy Trinity Church founded in 1285, the current building
is the 3rd church on the site and features medieval brickwork
and impressive stained glass windows.
Charterhouse Chapel is a rare example of Georgian ecclesiastical
architecture within a residential setting. Visits by arrangement
only on 01482 329307.
St Charles Borromeo is the city's Roman Catholic church.
The interior in the style of the Italian Renaissance will
take your breath away. Visits by arrangement on 01482
329100.
Just 8 miles away from Rudstone is Beverley. Often referred
to as York's smaller sister it is a lovely market town
to visit with some impressive architecture. The following
are just a taste of what is available for visitors to
enjoy:
Museum
of army transport offers displays of over 110 vehicles
from the Crimean War to the Gulf conflict.
Beverley
Minster is one of Britain's finest examples of medieval
gothic architecture with the world's largest collection
of stone carvings and the 700 year old Percy Tomb, a masterpiece
of medieval art.
St Marys Church is equally splendid with its brightly
painted Minstrel Pillar and the decorated ceiling depicting
the Kings of England. See if you can find Lewis Carroll's
march hare.
The Westwood which is still common land and where residents
can still graze their cattle! It is well worth a visit
for a stroll or even a game of golf
As well as a wonderful Saturday Market Beverley as a
host of individual shops and boutiques from clothing to
furniture. Jewellery enthusiasts will have fun at Karen
Guest Antiques with a fine selection of antique and modern
Jewellery Vicar Lane and St Crispin Antique Centres offer
a lovely opportunity to browse or buy and with a great
selection of furniture, cabinets and other collectibles.
York is literally just 40 minutes from our door with
easy park and ride facilities to get you straight into
the city centre. Visit:
The
Yorkshire Museum and Gardens Set in beautiful gardens
in the heart of the city centre some of Britain's finest
Roman and Viking finds are displayed in the museum.
York
Castle Museum is the story of 600 years of everyday
life in Britain. A real treat. Jorvik
takes you through York's viking history in a wonderful
underground journey.
National
Railway Museum is free and is a must for rail enthusiasts
young and old.
York
Minster is the largest gothic cathedral in Northern
Europe and a treasure house of stained glass. Climb the
tower for an amazing view.
Easily accessible chain and individual shops are available
in the city centre. Shopping areas not to miss are Swinegate,
Coppergate. Must see shops include Mullberry
Hall the famous china shop and Christmas
Angels, Just outside York is the McArthurGlen
Designer Outlet which has easy access from Rudstone
Walk and houses over 115 outlet stores.
Coastal
Resorts [top]
The Heritage coast of East Yorkshire is just 30 minutes
away with its towering cliffs, breathtaking scenery and
sandy beaches.
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Bridlington Lovely sandy beaches
for relaxation and play are here. The lovely Old
Town is about a mile from the seafront where narrow
medieval streets are line with unspoiled, original
architecture. The Priory Church on the green is
well worth a visit. The harbour is shared between
the fishing boats and pleasure boats, and the charming
little Harbour Museum tells of generations of fisherman.
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Hornsea was once a haunt of smugglers, the local church
was used to stash contraband. For bargain hunters Hornsea
Freeport is well worth a visit.
Walking
and Exploring the Countryside
Whether walking, cycling or driving those looking to
explore the countryside will have a glorious time. Various
renowned trails pass very nearby to Rudstone Walk and
we have a wealth of circular walks and routes to try.
No queues at styles or gates await you here our countryside
is wide and varied with space for all - you will love
Walking
the Riding. Good starting points are Goodmanham, Market
Weighton, Drewton, Londesborough, Skidby, Brantingham,
Millington. Newbald, Sancton, Walkington.
The 79 mile Wolds
Way National Trail itself borders Rudstone Walk.
The Transpennine Trail crosses just South of Rudstone
Walk at Howden and is good for cyclists and walkers. Route
66 is also well known to cyclists. The
National Byway also takes in a lot of our attractive
and lightly trafficked roads and byways for enthusiastic
cyclists.
For those who prefer wheels there is the 40 mile
Pocklington Round Scenic route which takes in Great
Givendale, Huggate, Wetwang, Sledmere, Garton on the Wolds,
Kirkburn, North Dalton, Warter and Kilnwick Percy
The Beverley 20s walks around the area are suitable for
walking groups, along with the Wolds Way and Hudson Way.
Parts of both of these well known trails can be walked
in smaller circular walks suitable for the not so fit!
Sporting
Opportunities [top]
Golfing
Inland and coastal course abound with something for every
standard and taste:
Brough
Golf Club (just 5 minutes from Rudstone Walk) provides
an attractive and challenging course with a beautifully
kept course.
For something completely different try Beverley and East
Riding Golf Club which is housed on the famous Westwood
on the outskirts of Beverley, just 8 miles from Rudstone
Walk.
For those preferring coastal courses Bridlington
has a links course.
Horse racing
Horse racing can be found within 15 minutes at Beverley
race course on the historic
Westwood. A lovely country course it has a unique
atmosphere and provides a wide selection of afternoon
and evening fixtures throughout the summer for those who
fancy a flutter.
The internationally renownedYork
Racecourse is easily accessible from Rudstone Walk.
For those looking for accommodation during Royal
Ascot in 2005 Rudstone Walk could be just the country
escape you need whether you are travelling alone, in a
group. Why not book us exclusively for you and your party
for the whole Festival. With our renowned catering, lovely
accommodation we can offer you the complete country house
style party for you and your guests.
Fishing
For those whose relaxation is fishing
in the peace and quiet of the country there are many rivers
and stillwaters with day tickets available.
Clay Pigeon Shooting
We are ideally located for clay pigeon shooting at East
Yorkshire Gun Club and Monckton Shooting Ground that is
just one mile away from Rudstone Walk
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