Tag: Bird watching
Experience Nature on your Doorstep at Sproxton Hall Cottages
Posted on March 30th, 2026 by Sproxton Hall Cottages
Nestled where the North York Moors National Park meets the Howardian Hills National Landscape, Sproxton Hall Cottages offers more than just a place to stay. It is a sanctuary for wildlife and a gateway for explorers. We believe in sharing our space with the local inhabitants. Our grounds are managed to put nature first, giving […]
Dog Walks around Ampleforth Woods
Posted on March 30th, 2026 by Sproxton Hall Cottages
Wass and Pry Rigg comprise 663 hectares of mixed coniferous and broadleaved woodland at the southwest corner of the North York Moors National Park. From the holiday cottages, they are the woodlands seen on the hillside when looking towards Ampleforth. They are a short drive or accessible via mountain bike or a longer country ramble […]
Blooming May: Something New Every Day
Posted on March 30th, 2026 by Sproxton Hall Cottages
We set ourselves a challenge for May 2025: to find and record a different species of plant, ideally in bloom or blossom, every single day of the month. Our “laboratory” was the network of footpaths and bridleways right from our doorstep at Sproxton Hall Cottages, leading us from the rolling farmlands of the Howardian Hills […]
5 Tips for Appreciating the Birds of North Yorkshire
Posted on March 30th, 2026 by Sproxton Hall Cottages
North Yorkshire is waiting to reveal its feathered treasures. With the Merlin Bird ID app in hand, you’ll not only spot more birds but also deepen your connection with the incredible natural world around you. Where better place to start than on holiday – when you have time to slow your pace, pause at a […]