It’s not just Tescos….

….you can now pre-arrange day trips and lots of little extras for every guest.

Pre-ordering your holiday food shopping from one of the four dominating supermarkets for delivery direct to The Stables is a great idea, freeing up car space for other essential goodies. But now, in addition to your food shopping many events and tourist destinations need to be pre-booked to ensure a safe number of visitors attend at any one time. North York Moors National Park have launched ‘Know before you go‘, they’ve created an interactive map with the latest information on which attractions and activity providers are open within the area. Visit York also has information on ‘What’s open in York‘ on their website.

If your holiday with us co-insides with a celebration or anniversary we would be delighted to help you make this special time even more memorable by firstly recommending a few of our personal favourite ‘treat’ suppliers and secondly by ensuring that your chosen and pre-ordered treat is waiting for you on your arrival within the cottage. Whether it’s timeout for some pampering, a guided off road run or cake and balloons for a birthday, we can point you in the right direction from our own experiences and local knowledge. Here are few suggestions and yes cake does feature more than once and why shouldn’t it!!

• Vanity Fur Luxury Dog Grooming – Ted’s favourite lady who comes to you in her Vanity Van mobile salon. www.vanityfur.dog
• Celebrate Country Cake Design – Based in Helmsley, Rhian who loves a challenge, creates individually designed cakes from wedding cakes to Buzz Lightyear and beyond! Sponge and fruit cakes with various fillings and icing.
• Various BBQ packs, fresh local fruit and veg deliveries, locally brewed beer and cider selections can all be arranged.
• Arty Party – balloons and much more! www.artypartythirsk.com
• Adventures for the Soul run by Alison, a wellness coach and gentle walks leader. Tailor made experiences for the individual, couples or families, enjoying magical locations off the beaten track.
• Bakehouse Barn provides a selection of sweet and savoury tarts and scrumptious cakes made in nearby Hovingham.
• Lisa Spratling is a licensed run leader who offers 60 – 90 minute sessions which will take you on a guided off road run through the North York Moors National Park. Taking away the stress of route finding and the anxiety of heading out alone. Suitable for individuals or small groups. She specialises in physical and mental well being and confidence building.
• The are various health spas and beauty treatment providers that we are happy to recommend for your chosen treatment.
• The Last Slice provides great birthday and celebration cakes for all ages.

If you need any help prior to or during your stay to help find the perfect little extras – do ask!