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A Brecks Away 5 holiday cottages on the outskirts of York

😍🐑 Happy National Hug a Sheep Day! 🐑😍💙 Meet Elwood! 💙Elwood is our handsome Ryeland tup, who has been keeping Tash and T...
31/10/2026

😍🐑 Happy National Hug a Sheep Day! 🐑😍

💙 Meet Elwood! 💙

Elwood is our handsome Ryeland tup, who has been keeping Tash and Tosh company for the past two weeks! 🐏💙 We’re keeping our fingers crossed and hoping for some lovely little lambs arriving in March 2027! 🐑💕

But did you know that Ryelands have a fascinating history?

🐑 A little bit of Ryeland history…

✨ Ryelands are one of the oldest recorded sheep breeds in Britain.

✨ They originated in the Ross-on-Wye area of Herefordshire and were traditionally bred for their beautiful fleece.

✨ During the 14th and 15th centuries, their highly prized wool was exported to Flanders, where it was greatly valued.

Today, the Rare Breeds Survival Trust and The Ryeland Sheep Society help monitor and support the breed to ensure these wonderful sheep continue to thrive. 💙🐑

We’re delighted to have Elwood with us and can’t wait to see what March 2027 might bring! 🥰

So, on National Hug a Sheep Day, let’s show a little extra love to these wonderful woolly characters! 💙🐑😍


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30/10/2026

Come and take a stroll in the Arboretum, watch your children let off steam in the adventure playground, enjoy the wonderful bird of prey displays, or hand feed the wallabies in the Mammal Centre.

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28/10/2026

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27/10/2026
Right, let's plan your next Yorkshire escape! Imagine someone has just offered you a weekend away at A Brecks Away.You'v...
25/10/2026

Right, let's plan your next Yorkshire escape!

Imagine someone has just offered you a weekend away at A Brecks Away.

You've got five beautiful cottages to choose from, York just a short drive away and the Yorkshire countryside waiting to be explored.

But there's one important decision to make…Which cottage are you choosing?

Swipe through the photos, pick your favourite and tell us in the comments and tag your favourite getaway partner and see if they agree with your choice!

And if you're already dreaming about a few days away, get in touch directly for our best rates - 07740 876 334

When was the last time you booked a weekend just for you?No rushing about. No never-ending to-do list. Just a change of ...
23/10/2026

When was the last time you booked a weekend just for you?

No rushing about. No never-ending to-do list. Just a change of scenery, cosy evenings by the log burner and waking up somewhere lovely with a whole day ahead of you.

Imagine a slow morning, a wander through the Yorkshire countryside, a day exploring York and coming back to somewhere you can properly switch off.

Sounds good, doesn't it?

Now, who would you bring?

Tag the person who deserves a little getaway with you. Bonus points if you actually make it happen!

Get in touch directly for our best rates - 07740 876 334

🍾Congratulations to York Christmas Trees on winning this prestigious award and honour🍾.You really do have a fabulous sel...
16/10/2026

🍾Congratulations to York Christmas Trees on winning this prestigious award and honour🍾.

You really do have a fabulous selection of Christmas trees along with a lovely shop full of lovely decoration and handmade wreaths.
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🎄🇬🇧 A York family business has won the honour of supplying the Christmas tree outside No. 10 Downing Street!

York Christmas Trees has been named Christmas Tree Grower of the Year for the second time in six years, bringing the prestigious title back to Yorkshire! 🏆🌟

The family-run business, based at Wigginton Lodge, won Best Nordmann Fir at the 2026 British Christmas Tree Growers Association competition — and that very same tree went on to claim the overall title!

Oliver Combe, who runs the business with wife Kirstie, first won the award in 2020. Now, their winning tree will take pride of place outside the Prime Minister’s famous London residence this Christmas. 🎅✨

The family has been growing trees for 28 years, with each one spending around eight years growing in the field before it’s ready to be harvested. 🌲

What a fantastic achievement for a local Yorkshire business! 👏

11/10/2026

COSY DOG-FRIENDLY ESCAPES THIS NOVEMBER

Cold mornings, muddy paws, countryside walks and cosy evenings by the fire…November is made for a break at A Brecks Away.

Our cottages give you the perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire countryside with your four-legged companion. Step outside and you're surrounded by peaceful rural scenery, walking routes and wildlife, with the attractions of York only around 10 minutes away by car.

After a day exploring, come back, kick off your boots, dry off and settle into your cottage for a cosy evening.

And we've been adding even more facilities to make an active countryside stay easier:

Dog-friendly accommodation

Walking routes and countryside right on your doorstep

Dedicated bike storage and new washdown facilities

New laundry facilities with washing machines and tumble dryers

Guest information room with local recommendations for walks, attractions and places to eat

Cosy spaces perfect for relaxing after a day outdoors

Whether you're looking for a peaceful weekend away with the dog, a walking break or simply somewhere to escape the everyday, A Brecks Away makes a wonderfully relaxing November base.

Call 07740 876 334 direct for our best rates
www.abrecksaway.co.uk

11/10/2026

Well worth a visit to Mother Shipton's Cave 🥰

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Brecks Farm, Wigginton Road, Wigginton
York
YO322RH

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