Paddleboarding is now available for small groups, inviting you to take to the water at your own pace – unhurried, balanced, and wholly refreshing. It’s an ideal addition to a stay that’s already shaped by stillness and space. Our team will be happy to assist with arranging a session that suits your stay.

Make Aldwark your base for exploring the Tour de France Grand Départ route, located nearby. Or enjoy a refined halfway retreat on the Way of the Roses coast-to-coast cycle route 170 miles of Yorkshire beauty, history, and hills.

Babs our Boathouse is also available for a meeting with a difference. Fully equipped with a boardroom table to seat up to 10 delegates, as well as refreshment facilities, you and your delegates can soak up the beautiful views of the water in a peaceful and relaxing environment that will help you get the very most out of your meeting.

For those cruising along the River Ure in their own boats, we offer complimentary mooring for the duration of your visit. Whether you join us for lunch, dinner, or afternoon tea, your mooring is on us for the duration of your dining experience. If you prefer to stay on land, we can arrange complimentary mooring while you enjoy a luxurious night in one of our sumptuous bedrooms.

Tucked just beyond the estate, two welcoming vineyards invite you in with the promise of open skies, full glasses, and time to spare. Enjoy the serenity of the countryside between each sip of rosé.

In the stillness of the countryside, a little fun goes a long way. Whether you’re challenging someone to Croquet, building your Jenga tower high, or landing the perfect toss, our garden games offer moments of light-hearted delight.

Skip the long drive by jumping on the train to Cattal, a quaint railway station only a few minutes from Aldwark. Speak with a member of our team to organise your transfer from the station to our door.

Immerse yourself in York’s historic quarter and atmospheric Shambles just 30 minutes from Aldwark. Spend your day within the medieval walls, browsing the city’s variety of shops and walking alongside the river, before returning to the estate.

With its spa heritage, stylish boutiques, and inviting tearooms, Harrogate makes a delightful day trip. Stroll the elegant streets, pause for the charming Montpellier Quarter, and return to the estate feeling refreshed.

Wander through the real-life setting of “All Creatures Great and Small” in the 1940s home of James Herriot in Thirsk, with interactive exhibits only a 25 minute drive away.