Saturday 17th November 2018
Today is the day ! The Christmas Parade at Beamish Museum, who is going ? We have some very excited guests, I am of course playing it as cool as a cucumber ! http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Tuesday 13th November 2018
6 weeks till the man in the big red suit arrives ! Christmas is a special time of year perfect to spend with family and friends. Why not take the stress out of Christmas and spend it one of our 5 Star cottages and get your Ho Ho Ho on! All our cottages will be decorated for Christmas and filled with Christmas goodies We do still have some availability and even some short breaks, with cottages that can sleep 2 - 6 Beamish Cottage sleeps 2 available from 19th December from £395 ideal from couples and grandparents visiting http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/beamish-cottage-4-star-gold/ Pig Run Barn sleeps upto 4 available from 20th December from £625 perfect for family and friends get together http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/pig-run-barn-4-star-gold-self-catering-cottage-near-durham-and-beamish/ The Hay Loft sleeps upto 4 available from available from 22nd December - this is a stunning cottage and new for 2018 from £695 http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/the-hay-loft-5-star-little-white-farm-brancepeth-durham/ Cross Cottage sleeps upto 6 great for bigger families from £795 http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/cross-cottage-little-white-farm-durham-brancepeth/ St Andrews Square - our Durham sleeps upto 5 and perfect for people who want to nearer the city and you don’t have to leave the dog behind from £495 http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/st-andrews-square/ Why not give us a call on 0191 370 1868 Or look online http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Saturday 10th November 2018
Saturday is all about skies I was reminded of this by one of our guests stunning photos. We have had some stunning skies lately, whether in the morning or evening http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Friday 9th November 2018
It’s Friday yippee ! We have had a very early and busy day today. Started well with early breakfast and then been left notes from departing guests Finishing the day with guests arriving, very excited to be meeting family and friends to explore Newcastle, Durham and Beamish Museum A great start to the weekend, short breaks and mini breaks are great warm up to Christmas http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Friday 9th November 2018
This will look stunning in Durham at the weekend. Lest we forget http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Friday 9th November 2018
This is another reason to visit us, and explore the stunning region See you soon http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Thursday 8th November 2018
Lest we Forget at Beamish Museum Armistice Commemorations Saturday 10th - Sunday 11th November This year, Remembrance Sunday falls on the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. Join us to commemorate those soldiers who gave their lives from 1914 to 1918. The Durham Pals, Gordon Highlanders, The Scots at War, 16th Lancers and 29th Field Kitchen will gather in The 1900s Town park at 11am on Sunday, 11th November to mark two minutes’ silence. Buglers from Off Key Music band will play the Last Post as part of the Act of Remembrance. Saturday, 10th November The 1900s Town A poppy display by the Beamish Craft Club will be on show in the Masonic Hall. Off Key Music band will perform 11.15am-1.15pm. The 1900s Pit Village Visit the chapel to learn about the Wessington U3A War Memorials Project, which works to identify all Great War casualties listed on the memorials in Harraton, Washington and Usworth. The Beamish WI will be in No. 2 Francis Street talking about Motherhood, Loss and the First World War, a project designed to tie in with the centenary of the Armistice in 1918. Beamish Open Stores, Regional Resource Centre Trench art on display. Sunday, 11th November The Durham PALS, Gordon Highlanders, The Scots at War, 16th Lancers and 29th Field Kitchen will gather in The 1900s Town park at 11am on Sunday, 11th November to mark two minutes’ silence. Buglers from Off Key Music band will play the Last Post. The 1900s Town A poppy display by the Beamish Craft Club will be on show in the Masonic Hall. In the Bank Board Room, find out where your relatives are remembered in the North East courtesy of the North East War Memorials Project. Off Key Music band will perform 11.15am-1.15pm. The 1900s Pit Village The Beamish WI will be in No. 2 Francis Street talking about Motherhood, Loss and the First World War, a project designed to tie in with the centenary of the Armistice in 1918. The Beamish Choir will be performing in the chapel at 1pm and 2pm. Poppy-making activity in the school. Hetton Band Hall will be resonating to the sound of banjos, mandolins, squeeze boxes and voices in harmony from 11.30am to 2pm for Singaround Sunday. About Remembrance Sunday Remembrance Sunday, the second Sunday in November, is the day traditionally put aside to remember all those who have given their lives in the line of duty. On this day people pause, reflect and remember. Remembrance Day is officially the 11th November to remember the end of hostilities of First World War on that date in 1918. Hostilities formally ended “at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month”. Generally the 11th hour is chosen as the time to observe a silence. On 7th November 1919 King George V marked the 11th November as a day of remembrance for members of the armed forces who were killed during the First World War. The first official Remembrance Day was subsequently held on the grounds of Buckingham Palace on the morning of 11th November 1919. This type of commemorative event has continued to the present Beamish Museum do this so well http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Thursday 8th November 2018
It’s getting exciting !! Just another reason to visit Beamish Museum, whilst staying with us
Thursday 8th November 2018
Look what popped up on my memories Beamish Museum, see you next weekend - can't wait
Wednesday 7th November 2018
Look what arrived today - more Christmas excitement Christmas comes to Beamish Museum with a Christmas Launch Parade on Saturday 17th November - Great fun, with the arrival of Santa and many of his friends. There is a Winter Fun Fair, Christmas Bazar, Father Christmas Grotto, Twelfth Night Celebrations, Ice Skating and of course all the normal Beamish Museum fun. Why not make a weekend of it and enjoy a short break in one of our cottages, perfectly located for Beamish Museum, Durham and Newcastle http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Tuesday 6th November 2018
The countdown has started - thanks to one of our lovely guests! We still have availability for Christmas and New Year, short breaks and longer. We have cottages that can sleep from 2 to 6, all will be filled with Christmas goodies, come and enjoy Christmas with us. Call us in 0191 370 1868 or look online - get your Ho Ho sorted http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Monday 5th November 2018
Remember Remember the 5th November! We are enjoying a family bonfire and fireworks Guests joined us and have even brought some more fireworks, when Isabel told them we where making hot chocolate as well! They couldn’t get over the size of the bonfire - no one does a bonfire like a farmer !! http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Sunday 4th November 2018
Lazy Sunday Lie In That is what our guests are enjoying in Millers Barn, Pig Run Barn and Riding Cottage, well why not ? After a weekend get together pre Christmas with friends, everyone is enjoying a lie in. I am not surprised with a busy day at Beamish Museum and a night out in Newcastle they will have to catch up on sleep for work on Monday - happy to accommodate Call us for your pre Christmas Break on 0191 370 1868 or look on line http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Saturday 3rd November 2018
1st Saturday of November What does that mean to you ? The start of Christmas shopping in our house! Need some ideas ! We all have that one person that is difficult to buy for. Whether to have a look round the Metro Centre, Newcastle or Durham or do we go to some Christmas Fayre ? All on our doorstep. Too much choice If you fancy a shopping trip, to get you in the mood, we have plenty of short breaks to choose from http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Friday 2nd November 2018
We got that Friday Feeling, with a lovely walk around the farm Why don’t you get that Friday Feeling with a weekend break http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Wednesday 31st October 2018
Halloween 2018 - not bad for some zombies ! Started with a zombie tea, then off to Beamish Museum, where we screamed, giggled and had the best time - till next year !! http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Monday 29th October 2018
Why not enjoy a last minute spooky mini break, with your little witches and wizards! We still have some availability for Half Term, ideal for a mini break with 2 and 3 days available. Why not explore the delights of Durham, Newcastle, Beamish and Northumberland Availability from Monday and prices start from £198 . Call us for more information on 0191 370 1868 or look online http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Wednesday 24th October 2018
Tanfield Railway is only 10 minutes away from us and has been enjoyed by our guests and us for years . We love the Halloween Train event, anyone fancy it it while staying with us? http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Wednesday 24th October 2018
I know its only October !! This is a lovely way to get ready for Christmas, visiting family and friends or just a break for 2 to get away from it all. We have plenty of short breaks available http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Saturday 20th October 2018
Another good reason to visit Beamish Museum over the Half Term Holidays
Tuesday 16th October 2018
He cooks as well! Great night had by all last night watching James Martin at City Hall in Newcastle Got a great recipe for jam He even cooked with gin, what more can you ask for ? http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Friday 5th October 2018
Who has that Friday Feeling ? We do with Sheep Pen Cottage Specials Offers Sheep Pen Cottage is a 5 Star single storey cottage which sleeps up to 4 people. The cottage is ideal for couples & families wanting the combination of a countryside break & a city break. Sheep Pen is surrounded by a network of footpaths & cycleways for you to explore. The cottage enjoys a relaxed spacious country style, all ground floor accommodation with 2 bedrooms, both ensuite, combined with modern luxuries. Fully equipped with high quality furnishings, fully fitted kitchen Fantastic Location Sheep Pen Cottage is located only 3.5 miles from Durham City, a World Heritage Site, yet surrounded by peaceful countryside with views of Brancepeth Castle on our working family farm Littlewhite Farm. Sheep Pen is a perfect base for you to explore the North East, Durham & Northumberland with highlights like Beamish Museum, our "Living Museum of the North" ,Kynren, the open air live show at Bishop Auckland, Hadrian's Wall, Durham Dales, the Heritage Coast, Cragside at Rothbury & the North York Moors to name but a few. Note: Sheep Pen Cottage can be booked with Brookside Byre for a large group holiday, even though these are 2 private cottages together they sleep 10. Latest Review “Fabulous” "Comfortable clean well appointed great relaxing stay superb hidden gem. Great value. Best rental I've stayed in" BOOK NOW ON LINE http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/sheep-pen-cottage-5-star/ OR CALL US 0191 370 1868
Tuesday 2nd October 2018
Who’s getting ready for Halloween Fun over the Half Term Holidays - we are ! All our cottage will have Halloween treats waiting for you and Pumpkins waiting to be carved . There are lots of family fun to be had at Beamish Museum, Tanfield Railway, Durham Castle, Alnwick Castle, and lots more. We have a selection of cottages sleeping from 2 - 6 persons, still available for 7, 4 or3 nights Have a look on line or give us a call on 0191 3701868 http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/
Saturday 29th September 2018
Friday was all about cake and coffee! The farmer could not make the Macmillan Coffee Morning, so as the good farmers wife that I am, I took the cake to him!! All our guests arrived to cake as well !
Friday 28th September 2018
Who has that Friday Feeling ? Our Friday has started well, with a lovely thank you card and a yummy box of chocolates, from guests checking out today, they know us so well! “Thank you so much for a wonderful stay, we’ve had a lovely time. The cake was the best!” Thank you for the thank you http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Tuesday 25th September 2018
The joys of a farmers daughter! Dropping off essential refreshments for Daddy, before heading home to do homework and welcome new guests all the way from Germany, Australia and Scotland ! http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk
Tuesday 25th September 2018
Change over day for Millers Barn today and look what guests have left us A lovely card to say thank you. We are so glad they enjoyed their stay with us to celebrate Grandpa’s 70th - why don’t you ? “Thank you for your amazing hospitality. The entire family had a wonderful time and created great new shared memories. We hope to be back.” http://www.ridingfarmcottages.co.uk/our-cottages/millers-barn-5-star-near-newcastle-and-durham/ Millers Barn is a 5 Star Cottage, sleeping up to 5 people over three bedrooms and 2 floors with an en-suite to the master bedroom and a family bathroom Millers Barn is ideal for couples & families, the extra bedroom is a god send for teenagers that wont share! Downstairs you enjoy open plan living and downstairs WC, as well as high ceilings and a private South West facing patio overlooking open countryside. The cottage has a relaxed spacious open plan country style,enough space for everyone to spread out, but everyone to be together, comfy chairs & sofas along with games, books & DVD's ideal to relax with a glass of something after a busy day! Fully equipped with high quality furnishings, little extras, fully equipped open plan kitchen - ideal for keeping an eye on the little ones & Free Wi-Fi
