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There is so much cycling to enjoy in and around the Yorkshire Wolds. The country lanes which navigate the rolling chalk hills are ideal for cyclists and lead to some spectacular views.

Wold Escapes is the perfect place to stop off and unwind for night or use as a base for the duration of your trip. We have secure undercover storage for your bike, and if you’re cycling as part of a group our Bed and Breakfast rooms have a shared living room ideal to catch up and share stories on an evening after a hard day’s cycling.

Wold Escapes is situated on the Way of the Roses cycle route, a relatively new cycle route which starts in Morecambe on the Lancashire coasts and travels 170 miles to East Yorkshire coastal town of Bridlington.

Wold Escapes partners with Saddle Skedaddle, who's cycling tours often stay with us. Or take a look at Savvy Cycling, a website for all things cycling related, trails, maintenance, bikes, clothing and much more.

If you’re looking for somewhere to eat there are several local pubs including:

The White Horse at Cranswick

The Triton Inn

Bert’s Pizzeria & Café

If you’re looking for something a bit more special…

The Pipe and Glass, South Dalton.

The Wellington, Lund

The Westwood, Beverley.

The Highfield, Driffield.

The Beverley Arms

York is a vibrant festival city with Roman roots and a Viking past, offering an adventure for everyone.A city where ancient walls surround incredible local businesses, attractions, shops, accommodation and eateries, with exciting events every day and inspiring festivals every month of the year.

Home to over 8,500 acres of breath-taking views, endless walking, running and cycle trails and Gruffalo adventures, a great day out awaits at Dalby Forest.

Hunmanby Gap beach located between Flamborough and Filey is yet another unspoilt beach on the East Coast. Great for walking, playing or swimming in the sea.

The classic English market town of Pocklington is located at the foot of the Yorkshire Wolds. Pocklington has an array of shops, places to visit and stay and lovely eateries, all surrounded by glorious countryside.

Castle Howard is one of Britain’s finest historic houses, situated just outside York in the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Built over 300 years ago by Sir John Vanbrugh, today it remains home to the Howard family.

The Deep is one of the most spectacular aquariums in the world, is located in Hull, East Yorkshire and is home tomagnificent sharks, turtles, penguins and the UK's only Green sawfish.

Hull New Theatre is only 20 miles away from us here at Wold Escapes and is host to some amazing productions. Performances vary from music, to dancing, to comedy to stage shows, there is something to suit everyone. Look out for West End shows which often tour to Hull.

We have some amazing beaches on the East Coast not far from us at Wold Escapes. A few of our favourites are:

Fraisthorpe Beach is ideal for dog walkers with miles of open space.You will often see horses and riders down here as well as families playing in the sand.
Danes Dyke woodland leads to a small, seclude cove with views looking out towards Bridlington Bay.

Flamborough North Landing and Thornwick Bay are scattered with caves along the shoreline and perfect for exploring, or enjoy panoramic views at Flamborough lighthouse.

Beverley is a thriving traditional market town and its Market Cross still stands proudly in the centre of its bustling marketplace.
Visitors are attracted to this well-loved town by a variety of options, you can enjoy a day at the races, do some boutique shopping, have a quiet drink in an historic pub and a meal in an increasing number of café-bars and restaurants.

The Flemingate Shopping Centre, which is also packed with leisure options, and has dramatically transformed an area in the town once known for its tannery.

Explore the wide-open pastures of Beverley Westwood, visit the magnificent 13th-century Beverley Minster or a stroll along the Beck.

Sledmere House is one of East Yorkshire’s finest country houses which has captivated audiences for over 200 years. Whether you just want a relaxing day looking around the beautiful walled garden, enjoying a picnic lunch in the grounds, a family day out exploring the wide open spaces, having fun in the adventure play area and meeting the animals in the rare breed farm park – or even just simply looking at fine art and architecture in our beautiful country home, there is something for everyone at Sledmere.

The reserve is an active Yorkshire Water Treatment Works supplying Hull from two huge reservoirs protected for wildfowl. Bird hides look over 300 acres of surrounding woodland, wetland and grassland flanking the River Hull that have recorded 270 bird species since 1959.

The historic house of Burton Agnes has plenty to see and do including wandering around the house or beautiful gardens, woodland, and adventure playground.

Home to the Constable family for over 700 years. Burton Constable is one of the most fascinating English country houses to survive complete with its historic collections. Located on the outskirts of Hull in East Yorkshire, it's one of the region's most popular attractions.

Bempton Cliffs, on the spectacular Yorkshire coast, is home to one of the UK's top wildlife spectacles. Around half a million seabirds gather here between March and October to raise a family on towering chalk cliffs which overlook the North Sea.