The Sportsmans Arms. Ray and Jane Carter have been at the helm at the Arms for over thirty years. Throughout this time their aims have been simple: to create a relaxed and unpretentious atmosphere and to offer experiences that will encourage diners and guests to return again and again. To this end they have eschewed guidebook entries (except for Signpost) in favour of personal recommendation and word of mouth.

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My Story by Cuddly Dudley. ‘Hello, I was an orphan bear who needed a new home. Not so long ago I met some very nice people at the Teddy Bear Adoption Centre at Ashfield House, and they helped me find a new Mummy and Daddy. Now they are helping my relatives and friends to find new homes.’
Ashfield House is offering Easter Breaks, Weekly Breaks, Late Season Breaks (until April 21) and, in December, Dickensian Festival Weekends. A small, exclusive private hotel off the High Street in Grassington, in the heart of picturesque Nidderdale

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Middlethorpe Hall, one of three  Historic House Hotels that has been bequeathed to the National Trust, is offering discounts from 30% off all published accommodation & breakfast rates until 21 April (excluding Saturday nights). Middlethorpe is a magnificent William & Mary building set in 20 acres of parkland, next to York racecourse.

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The Traddock, Austwick, has just completed renovation of Room 6 (out of 12). An impressive upgrade with some lovelyVictorian features and a great new bathroom. Their chef Rosie has recently been commended for her Marmalade entry in World’s Original Marmalade Awards at Dalemain Mansion, nearby. 2012 Sevilles have already been ordered. The Traddock has two AA rosettes for cuisine as well as a Breakfast Award.

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Ashmount Country House in West Yorkshire is offering romantic breaks, with a champagne breakfast, rose petals, strawberries and chocolates. Ashmount is also a Hot Tub hotel with rooms with private patios and spa areas that can be enjoyed all year round. They have a range of suites with exclusive access to hot tubs and a sauna cabin, each decorated for romance and relaxation. Traditional Afternoon Tea is also available. Sorry, no children under ten.

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The Devonshire Arms, to celebrate the 91st birthday of the Dowager Duchess this year, are offering a fantastic rate of £91 per head dinner, bed & breakfast plus a free copy of the Duchess’ new book ‘Wait for me: Memoirs of the Youngest Mitford Sister’. Dinner can be taken in the vibrant Devonshire Brasserie and Bar, redecorated by the Duchess or, for an extra £25 per head, in the Michelin starred and 4 AA rosetted Burlington Restaurant, recently named Restaurant of the Year in the Yorkshire Life awards.

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The Coniston Hotel near Skipton, is planning the addition of a new spa, gym, lounge area overlooking the lake, dining room extension, new reception area and a further 20 bedrooms. This will make it, already a sporting estate with a range of outdoor activities, into one of the best facilities in the area.

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The Golden Fleece in Thirsk, home to the James Herriot Centre and convenient for Thirsk, York, Ripon and Catterick racecourses, is offering special Pamper Your Partner weekends. A night in a Superior Room, complimentary flowers and chocolates, three course candlelit dinner with wine, Yorkshire breakfast the next morning with newspaper – all for £130 per night.

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Lastingham Grange celebrates 65 years as a Country House Hotel in 2011.
Since the mid-fifties, it has been owned and personally run by the Wood family.
Dawn Safari. Experience the forest waking up! Our experienced forest guide Mark Barker will take you to Cropton Forest, where you can hear the woodland waking up and hear the dawn chorus. Look out for deer and birds. Hear about the history of the area and enjoy the beautiful scenery. The Dawn Safari lasts approximately two hours and returns to the Grange for a hearty breakfast.

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Jarrod and Leanne Fisher are celebrating 10 years at the Blue Bell. They have recently opened Champagne House, adjoining the inn, where sumptuous rooms are named after top brands: Veuve Cliquot, Bollinger etc. Luxury rooms, with open beams and log fires are Krug and Dom Perignon. There is also a private lounge in Champagne House.
Rooms from £110. Sorry – no pets.

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