Staveley Nature Reserve is a six-minute drive away, boasting 195 acres of wetland, paths, and wildlife, ideal for those seeking a peaceful walk out. The River Ure runs through Boroughbridge, with kayaking and canoeing perfect for adventurous family days out.
Reach Knaresborough in under 10 minutes’ drive, with the large town offering a wide range of enjoyable leisure. From a sailing club and several golf courses to green parks and hiking routes through stunning natural scenery – Birham Woods, for example – there is plenty to keep the family entertained.
The homes are surrounded by pretty market towns; Harrogate is 10 miles away, highlights of which include picturesque gardens, a theatre and art gallery, and Ripley Castle’s grounds. Similarly, Ripon’s delightful centre is a quarter of an hour’s drive away, with cobbled streets and bunting paired with fantastic leisure; enjoy Ripon Cathedral, a racecourse, and a leisure centre. Wetherby is a similar distance away, with family-friendly highlights including Stockeld Park.
Take in the sweeping natural scenery of Nidderdale National Landscape and Howardian Hills National Park nearby – the latter a recognised Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Cities York and Leeds are both reachable in 40 minutes’ drive. York is famed for its historical cobbled streets, while Leeds provides more metropolitan attractions.