On the edge of the North York Moors in North Yorkshire, a few miles from the North Sea, lies the working village of Moorsholm, pronounced locally as Moors-hum. The name derives from Viking and means quite literally, ‘Home on the Moor’ and the village was documented in the Domesday Book Its close proximity to the North Sea meant there was always threat of possible attack from invaders, from the Vikings onwards as seen byt the fortified houses of nearby Loftus and Skelton and Skelton castle itself. The historic market town of Guisborough is the nearest town, dominated by an Augustinian Priory founded in 1119 by Robert Bruce. To the south is the famous fishing port of Whitby, always very popular with tourists. Within easy reach of Moorsholm are some of the finest stretches of the Yorkshire coastline as well as the Yorkshire Dales, Yorkshire Wolds and the North York Moors. Moorsholm is very much a working, farming community but it is blessed with an abundance of natural resources causing the residents to take a practical interest in renewable energy and the recently completed ECO project has proved a great success. Cow Close Wood is a local nature reserve and semi-natural ancient woodland looked after by the Woodland Trust.
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Jolly Sailor
Jolly Sailor
Toad Hall Arms
Places to Stay near Moorsholm
The Fox and Hounds (3.00 miles)
Grinkle Park Hotel (3.26 miles)
Set in 35 acres of unspoilt parkland between the coast and North Yorkshire moors. Perfect location for the 'get away from it all' holiday, wedding and conference.
The entrance hall, with its open fire, echoes the ... More | visit website
Hunley Hall Golf Club & Hotel (3.64 miles)
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The Arches (3.67 miles)
The Arches offers a relaxing environment and overlooks spectacular views of cliffs and golf course. All the rooms are individually furnished, with ensuite bathrooms.
The accommodation is excellent for ramblers exploring the Heritage Coast Trail ... More
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Duke of Wellington Inn (3.70 miles)
Owned since 1999 by Grant Douglas, the timber-beamed bars and open fire create a warm ... More | visit website
Townend Farm Bed & Breakfast (3.88 miles)
Set in its own grounds at the gateway to the North Yorkshire Moors National park. Our location provides the ideal opportunity to visit the many fantastic Natural, Historic and Famous places that National park is ... More | visit websiteGuisborough Hall (4.20 miles)
This elegant grade II listed building is a magnificent country house hotel set on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors, and just outside the market town of Guisborough. Of the hotel’s 71 bedrooms, 19 ... More | visit website
The Spa Hotel (4.58 miles)
The Spa Hotel, with 28 restored traditional style en-suite bedrooms, is prominently situated overlooking the sea with unrivalled panoramic views of Hunt Cliff, the North Sea and beautiful surrounding countryside.Enjoy a relaxing drink in Ridley's ... More | visit website
The Ship Inn (6.04 miles)
We are a family owned and ran business and strive hard to offer good food, accommodation, live music and events in a relaxing atmosphere. You have a wide selection of food to choose prepared by our ... More
Staithes Cottages (6.33 miles)
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