Jacquelines guidebook Wheldrake village and the Historic City of York
Jacqueline Paula
Jacquelines guidebook Wheldrake village and the Historic City of York
Out and about on the doorstep of Wheldrake.
Wheldrake is surrounded by flat countryside, with clusters of trees lakes and ponds dotted around the landscape. There is a fishing lake within the village and plenty just outside. My favourite lakes are at Pool Bank Farm 1.5 miles away. It has recently opened up and promotes health and wellbeing, offering: Wellness days, lake swimming, SUPS .
The lack of light pollution in the village allows for star gazing on clear nights and views of amazing sun rises /sets which can be viewed from the bungerlow and garden areas.
St Helens Church dates back to the 1700.The water tower in Wheldrake is a trigpoint TP17587 and land mark within the village it can be seen towering above Cozy corner. Wheldrake- ings, wet lands is about 15 to 20 minutes walk from Cozy Corner. Wheldrake woods is about 25 minutes walk, alternative you can cycle (10 minutes)or travel by car (3 minute). Swallow Hall Golf course can also be access from the woods or is a 5 minutes drive by car.
Quite small 'Chocolate box village', surround by agricultural fields. Situated in the village is a local friendly pub 'The Wenlock Arms' (food served Wednesday to Sunday) booking essential, Shop with post office open everyday untill 7pm, Sicilian Cafe open Tuesday to Sunday until 5pm . A van visits the village on Monday's 4-6pm which serves Fish and chip. Countryside and river walks, Children's play area, Wetlands, bridal-ways, cycle paths, fishing lakes are abundance to this area.
Wheldrake
Quite small 'Chocolate box village', surround by agricultural fields. Situated in the village is a local friendly pub 'The Wenlock Arms' (food served Wednesday to Sunday) booking essential, Shop with post office open everyday untill 7pm, Sicilian Cafe open Tuesday to Sunday until 5pm . A van visits the village on Monday's 4-6pm which serves Fish and chip. Countryside and river walks, Children's play area, Wetlands, bridal-ways, cycle paths, fishing lakes are abundance to this area.
Naburn locks is situated passed the York Marina. Turn right onto the A19 towards York passed Designer outlet turn left towards Naburn passed the Marina. The Lock is situated about 1 mile out of Naburn village. You will see a sign for a caravan site and a bus stop turn right into what looks like a caravan park. It says private on the gate, this is for the camping site which is on the right, follow the road STRAIGHT forward over the road ramps you will find parking spaces over looking the lock, river and weir. There is a walk at the side of the river and you may want to see the wooden carvings on the island between the river and the lock. A large old house looks over the lock which sells vegan refreshments; lovely cakes and a good variety teas with seating inside or out.
Naburn
Naburn locks is situated passed the York Marina. Turn right onto the A19 towards York passed Designer outlet turn left towards Naburn passed the Marina. The Lock is situated about 1 mile out of Naburn village. You will see a sign for a caravan site and a bus stop turn right into what looks like a caravan park. It says private on the gate, this is for the camping site which is on the right, follow the road STRAIGHT forward over the road ramps you will find parking spaces over looking the lock, river and weir. There is a walk at the side of the river and you may want to see the wooden carvings on the island between the river and the lock. A large old house looks over the lock which sells vegan refreshments; lovely cakes and a good variety teas with seating inside or out.
Walks from Wheldrake to local villages Thorganby, Elvington, Sutton on Derwent, Escrick, all within 2-3 miles.
Wheldrake
Walks from Wheldrake to local villages Thorganby, Elvington, Sutton on Derwent, Escrick, all within 2-3 miles.
City/town information
York is an historic city with two Rivers, the center is surround by a wall with numerus Bar entrances into the city for example: Monkgate, Wamlgate Bar. The York Minster is a magnificent architectural gem. The city is well known for the viking heritage. With lots of bars, restaurants and vast museums, it is truly a jewel of the North.
Walk on the surrounding wall that encases York City, stroll at the side of two rivers that run through the city center or take a boat ride. Visit the traditional pubs/bars in the winter time the warmth of a roaring fire can be welcoming. Restaurant's are very plentiful with some situated at the side of the river. This pretty city was called Yorvik during the roman times. The city also show cases the invasion of the vikings. The National Railway Museum along with the Art Gallery is free admission (please make donations in the boxes provided to help with the upkeep).
The Yorkshire museums gardens is a great place for a picnic or an ice cream, whilst taking in the views of St Mary Abbeys ruins and a variety of trees hundreds of years old.
409 Einheimische empfehlen
York
York is an historic city with two Rivers, the center is surround by a wall with numerus Bar entrances into the city for example: Monkgate, Wamlgate Bar. The York Minster is a magnificent architectural gem. The city is well known for the viking heritage. With lots of bars, restaurants and vast museums, it is truly a jewel of the North.
Walk on the surrounding wall that encases York City, stroll at the side of two rivers that run through the city center or take a boat ride. Visit the traditional pubs/bars in the winter time the warmth of a roaring fire can be welcoming. Restaurant's are very plentiful with some situated at the side of the river. This pretty city was called Yorvik during the roman times. The city also show cases the invasion of the vikings. The National Railway Museum along with the Art Gallery is free admission (please make donations in the boxes provided to help with the upkeep).
The Yorkshire museums gardens is a great place for a picnic or an ice cream, whilst taking in the views of St Mary Abbeys ruins and a variety of trees hundreds of years old.
Wheldrake woods.A peaceful walk amongst a good variety of trees.
Can be accessed by foot or car: Families, cyclists, horses riders and dogs walkers enjoy sharing the woodland paths. More recently, tree felling and clearing have allowed for picnic areas within the trees. Some tracks can be rough and muddy. Main path down the middle of the woods is suitable for wheelchairs. Swallow Hall golf club can be accessed through the wood for a welcome drink.
Wheldrake woods is situated about a mile down a single track road near the village school passed the park and village hall. It is not sign posted.
Wheldrake Woods Car Park
Wheldrake woods is situated about a mile down a single track road near the village school passed the park and village hall. It is not sign posted.
Wetlands and River Derwent
River Derwent Local location,Tranquil, peaceful, fishing, off the grid canoe, kayak, paddle board.
On the banks of the River Derwent, this wet land has a natural nature with a birds eye view. The walk ways are graveled or wooden deck boards. Some viewing huts have steps. The huts provide an ideal spot for observing and photograph opportunities. Take a packed lunch.
Wheldrake Ings Nature Reserve, Wheldrake, York
47 Church LnOn the banks of the River Derwent, this wet land has a natural nature with a birds eye view. The walk ways are graveled or wooden deck boards. Some viewing huts have steps. The huts provide an ideal spot for observing and photograph opportunities. Take a packed lunch.
Local eateries
Situated in the heart of the village on Main Street Wheldrake. A traditional pub with good food and garden area at the back. Lisa and her team are very welcoming. I advise to book. Currently not serving food on a Monday or Tuesday.
The Wenlock Arms
73 Main Street Situated in the heart of the village on Main Street Wheldrake. A traditional pub with good food and garden area at the back. Lisa and her team are very welcoming. I advise to book. Currently not serving food on a Monday or Tuesday.
Lovely Sicilian pastries, scones, cakes and gelato ice cream. Outside seating area
Caffé Valeria Authentic Sicilian Coffee Shop
3A Main StLovely Sicilian pastries, scones, cakes and gelato ice cream. Outside seating area
Distance by car 3 miles. Follow signs from Wheldrake to Elvington go through Elvington over the historic bridge towards Sutton on Derwent village. St Vincent arms is just around the bend in the road on right hand side. A traditional pub with amazing food with a restaurant area. Good variety of drinks and cask ales. You will defiantly need to book.
Sutton upon Derwent
Distance by car 3 miles. Follow signs from Wheldrake to Elvington go through Elvington over the historic bridge towards Sutton on Derwent village. St Vincent arms is just around the bend in the road on right hand side. A traditional pub with amazing food with a restaurant area. Good variety of drinks and cask ales. You will defiantly need to book.
Lake Swimming
Wild lake swimming, Paddle boarding, sauna, picnics
Parking on site is free
Open water lake swimming, SUPs to book go on website. You can turn up and pay cash. The Old shepherd hut Sauna is a seperate charge. A Barn changing room is a basic big room with sofa chairs inside. Toilets and shower can be used.
Food at the cafe is really good, steak pie is delicious. Home made cakes outside seating areas.
There is also a public footpath walk to Fulford and Heslington.
Pool Bridge Farm - Wild Swimming, Wellbeing & Camping
Parking on site is free
Open water lake swimming, SUPs to book go on website. You can turn up and pay cash. The Old shepherd hut Sauna is a seperate charge. A Barn changing room is a basic big room with sofa chairs inside. Toilets and shower can be used.
Food at the cafe is really good, steak pie is delicious. Home made cakes outside seating areas.
There is also a public footpath walk to Fulford and Heslington.
Golf
Swallow Hall
Can use the bar and restaurant here if not playing golf please note dress code.
Fulford Golf Club
Heslington LanePublic footpath at the side of the golf course p