Wensleydale Polar Express Train Ride 2024
All aboard the Polar Express! A shout-out to all performers/actors/event crew for the Wensleydale Polar Express Train Ride 2024! If you are looking for accommodation a short walk from the event, then look not further than The Roost Retreat which is right here in the hub of Leeming Bar. Leave your car behind in our private, secure on-site parking to walk across to the event without the hassle of travelling miles back to your accommodation after a busy, long day. There is a Co-op and bar/restaurant in the village, both within yards of The Roost Retreat and of course, the[...]
Spoil a loved one and indulge at The Roost Retreat!
Do you have a special occasion on the horizon and wish to spoil a loved one? These beautiful artisan chocolates are a recent discovery, are made locally and are very health-friendly! They are entirely handcrafted using the finest Belgian chocolate and are suitable for anyone on a low fat/carbohydrate/calorie diet. They are also suitable for Type 1 diabetes, are gluten-free, vegan and soy-free too. We can arrange for a small or large box of Ben Ellis's gorgeous creations to celebrate an anniversary or other special occasion or surprise when making a reservation with us. Ben also makes bespoke orders for[...]
The Green Tree Inn – Patrick Brompton
As you know, we love trying different/new/places to eat, and we are so lucky in the Yorkshire Dales to have so many wonderful hostelries to choose from. We had been looking forward for a while to try out the newly refurbished The Green Tree Inn This gorgeous pub was in a sorry, dilapidated state for a number of years and so encouraging to see a pub being reopened rather than being turned into housing. We had the most delicious lunch; consisting of langoustines; Hen of the Woods mushrooms, gorgeous wild mushroom risotto and sausages and mash with lashings of[...]
Masons of Yorkshire Visit
A lovely Saturday afternoon spent at Masons of Yorkshire Gin and Vodka Distillery. A very interesting two hours learning the history of gin up until the present day and the story behind Masons, a look around the distillery areas and finished off with some great gin tasting! It was fascinating to discover what fruits/herbs compliment the gins. A big thank you to Angie for a really interesting experience and one we can highly recommend. Masons of Yorkshire have Gin and Vodka Experiences throughout the year, along with themed evenings such as Italian and Tapas suppers. Why not try for[...]