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News, seasonal updates and local tips from Sarah and Marcus at Greets Farm.

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Castle Howard estate and grounds, North Yorkshire — visited from Greets Farm Campsite
15 March 2026

A Perfect Day Out: Castle Howard from Greets Farm

Three miles by car or a scenic cycle through the Howardian Hills. What to see, the gardens, the café — and why you'll want to be back for dusk at the campsite.

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York city walls — easily reached by Yorkshire Coastliner bus from Welburn near Greets Farm
8 February 2026

York Without the Car — Taking the Coastliner from Welburn

The bus stop is a short stroll from the site. Here's how to spend a perfect day in York — lunch, the city walls, a glass of wine — and be back for sunset at Greets Farm.

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Malton food market, Yorkshire's food capital — 5 miles from Greets Farm Campsite
20 January 2026

What's On in Malton — Yorkshire's Food Capital

Malton is five miles from Greets Farm and earns its title as Yorkshire's food capital. Food markets, independent shops, Eden Camp and the best sausage rolls in the county.

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Newborn lamb at Greets Farm, Welburn, North Yorkshire — spring lambing season
5 January 2026

Spring at Greets Farm — What to Expect

Lambing season, early morning views, quieter pitches and the Howardian Hills at their best. Spring is a special time to visit — here's what to look forward to.

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The Crown and Cushion pub, Welburn, North Yorkshire — a 15-minute walk from Greets Farm
10 March 2026

The Crown & Cushion, Welburn — Your Local Pub on the Doorstep

A 15-minute walk from the site, The Crown & Cushion is an 18th-century village pub with locally sourced food, proper pints and a 94% recommendation rate. Here's why it's one of our favourite things about staying at Greets Farm.

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