North York Moors and Coast - Ref 1619

Kirkbymoorside is situated midway between Helmsley and Pickering The name translates from the Viking to mean ‘settlement with a church’ The church still stands and has some Saxon and Norman fragments in its masonry Through the years, two castles have stood in the town and the remains of the second can be seen on the north edge of the town Stones from one castle were used to build the Toll House in the centre of the market place Today, many pubs and restaurants can be found in the town and a good sprinkling of local shops serves locals and visitors alike The Memorial Hall is to be found in the main street and holds many local social and official functions Nearby attractions include the Ryedale Folk Museum and Ryedale hosts its own annual show, which is believed to be the biggest in North Yorkshire and attracts thousands each year Built in stone, this property offers all the comforts of a modern home and can sleep groups of up to six people in style and elegance French doors open from the spacious sitting room and onto a lawned garden that has its own barbecue and garden furniture; ideal for al fresco dining in the summer For the colder months, full central heating and a gas-fire transform the property into a snug and cosy base from which to explore all that the region has to offer .