Explore
The North York Moors National Park has one of the largest expanses of heather moorland in the UK.
Home to free-roaming sheep and rare birdlife. There’s an extensive network of walking routes, almost 1,400 miles in length, offering breath-taking views and a variety of landscapes. Step out from the studio and you’re already on your way.
Although it feels secluded, Ayriel Studios is well served by local facilities. The nearest village is just 1½ miles away, with its own railway station, shops, tea-room, deli, pubs and restaurants. Here are some recommendations for you.
Eating out
6 min drive
2 miles to fine dining at Restaurant 1865 and pub food from head chef, Murray Wilson, a ‘MasterChef the Professionals’ finalist.
Fine Dining
40 min drive
Relaxed dining using the finest locally-sourced ingredients - in Goathland, a village famous for a number of TV series and its railway station a.k.a. Hogsmeade in the Harry Potter films.
Whitby
30 min drive
The ancient fishing town, famous for its harbour, fish and chips, and cliff-top Abbey ruins that inspired Bram Stoker to write Dracula.
Robin Hood’s Bay
40 min drive
A picturesque old fishing village, 10 minutes south of Whitby, with steep cobbled streets, twisted alleyways, stunning views and coastal walks.
Rosedale Abbey
15 min drive
A picturesque village with ruins of a Cistercian Priory, as well as pubs, tearooms, and well-known contemporary glass makers, Gillies Jones.
Music Festival
25 min drive
Not to be missed, the North York Moors Chamber Music Festival, organised by our very own Jamie Walton, attracts an impressive line-up of international musicians every August.
Designated an International Dark Sky Reserve, the skies above the North York Moors are dazzling on a clear night. Just lay on the grass and star-gaze to the soundtrack of silence.
Take the Yorkshire Express, the Seaside Special, or hop on the Moors Explorer. A great way to explore the National Park with daily services, April to October.
National Park Centre
10 min drive
Activities and installations on the banks of the River Esk. Check out the Moors exhibition, art gallery, outdoor sculptures, circular walking routes and café.
Whitby Folk Week
30 min drive
Every year, for one week in August, a celebration of all things folk: concerts, dancing, workshops, singing and music sessions, storytelling, presentations and interviews.