While the rest of the UK was enjoying a sunny day, we found ourselves navigating through thick fog as we ventured into the heart of the North Yorkshire Moors. Intrigued by its reputation as the north's most beautiful village and the UK's second best, I decided to take my husband and daughter to a village just half an hour from our home. Living in an area that boasts numerous picturesque villages and market towns - from Great Ayton , once home to Captain James Cook, to Yarm with one of the country's most stunning High Streets - Hutton-le-Hole had a lot to live up to before we even arrived.
But, wow...
From the moment we spotted the first ivy-clad house, it was clear why this place had garnered such praise. With its charming brook - the site of an annual duck race - its quaint, welcoming pub at the heart of the village, and vast expanses of green, it was the epitome of the idyllic village many dream of, reports the Express . So, like any typical Brits, we settled down in the now sun-drenched pub garden and ordered a pint.
To provide some context, Hutton-le-Hole feels quite isolated. It's a mere five minutes away from the highest pub on the Moors, renowned for its snow-induced lock-ins. Despite its secluded setting and the welcome absence of mobile phone signal, this spot is right in the heart of the North York Moors National Park, a magnet for walkers worldwide.
Within just 30 minutes, you can reach the stunning seaside towns of Whitby and Scarborough, not to mention the beautif.
