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Local Info

The cottage lies to the south of the City of York which is in the centre of the Vale of York. The land to the east known as 'The Wolds' are rolling hills running north/south. Beyond this is the costal strip and the North sea.

The wolds are rolling hills to the east of the vale of York where the cottage lies.

York is one of the most fascinating, diverse and romantic cities in the world

Leeds
Beverley
Scarborough
Hull
Howden
The Wolds
York

Leeds is Yorkshire's largest city. It is vibrant with shops, restaurants and bars. In easy reach by road and rail 

Is quieter than York. It has a race course, minster, market square and 'Nellies' the quirkiest pub ever.

Premier coastal resort with two bays with old Town and modern shopping area. Castle on headland

A port on the Humber estuary. The old town has character and a wide range of free museums. The City of Culture in 2017.

Typical market town in the wolds. Many Georgian buildings and a relaxed way of life.

3 miles from the cottage it's the nearest town. Has fine minster. Once a major religious centre.

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