FAQs

🐿️ Just look at that cheeky little face! 😍

Autumn is one of the best times to spot red squirrels at Snaizeholme, just a short drive from us. At this time of year, they’re busy foraging and gathering food to see them through the winter months.

If you’re hoping to catch a glimpse of these adorable little creatures, here are a few tips for your visit:

🕰️ Go early or late - red squirrels tend to be most active in the early morning and late afternoon
🌤️ Pick a calm, dry day - they’re more likely to stay tucked away when it’s wet or windy
🥾 Wear sturdy footwear - the circular walk is around 2.5-miles, with some steep, uneven sections
🐶 Consider leaving the dog at home - dogs are welcome on leads, but squirrels are shy, so you may have better luck without your four-legged friend
🚗 Plan your parking - parking at Snaizeholme is very limited and must be booked in advance. Alternatively, you can arrange transport from Hawes on the @the.littlewhitebus_udcpltd It’s worth checking the arrangements before setting off so you can enjoy a stress-free visit.

Of course, as with all wildlife, sightings are never guaranteed. But if you’re lucky enough to spot one, they’re certainly worth the wait!

🧡 Help protect their home - if you enjoy your visit, you might like to support the work of the @woodlandtrust to restore and protect the wider Snaizeholme landscape, helping wildlife thrive for years to come.

Find out more: https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/support-us/give/appeals/snaizeholme/

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✨ An Evening to Remember ✨

A crackling fire, a hot drink, and a little unexpected magic in the skies above Stone House.

These lovely guests, enjoying our Dark Skies Escape package, were treated to a beautiful glimpse of the Northern Lights last night – a rather special addition to their evening under the stars.

Tucked away on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales, we’re fortunate to enjoy some wonderfully dark skies, and with the nights drawing in, there’s plenty to look forward to overhead.

🔭 Coming up in October’s night skies:

☄️ 21–22 October | Orionid Meteor Shower
A chance to spot shooting stars created by debris from Halley’s Comet, with up to 15–20 meteors an hour under ideal conditions.

🪐 24 October | The Moon Meets Saturn
Look out for the Moon appearing close to Saturn in the evening sky.

🌕 26 October | Hunter’s Moon
October’s full moon, traditionally associated with the autumn hunting season, illuminating the Dales.

✨ 27–28 October | The Seven Sisters
Watch as the Moon passes in front of stars in the Pleiades cluster, also known as the Seven Sisters, in a beautiful celestial event called a lunar occultation.

Of course, clear skies are never guaranteed, and neither are the Northern Lights, but that’s all part of the magic. Sometimes all you need is a warm fire, a blanket, good company and a reason to look up.

Discover our Dark Skies Escape (link in bio) and make an evening of it. ✨ https://stonehousehotel.co.uk/offers-and-events/

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🐑🐾 A busy day in the Yorkshire Dales!

Meet Doug, hard at work gathering sheep off the fells just a few miles from Stone House earlier this week.

At this time of year, sheep are gathered from the hills for dipping, helping to protect them and keep their fleeces healthy. The younger sheep are then returned to the fells until tupping time, when the rams are introduced to the ewes for breeding ahead of spring lambing.

It’s all part of the traditional farming calendar in the Yorkshire Dales, and a lovely glimpse into the rhythms of rural life that continue right on our doorstep.

A big thank you to farmer Rusty for sharing this wonderful image with us – and to Doug for being such a good boy! 🐾💚

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This autumn, experience the extraordinary skies of the Dales.

Our Dark Skies Escape is available on stays of two nights or more during October or November. Enjoy a three-course dinner on one evening, use of our telescope, a practical stargazing guide and a Dark Skies basket filled with treats to enjoy beneath the stars.

As night falls, the Dales come into their own. With so little light pollution, step outside and see the stars in all their glory - from familiar constellations to bright planets. And if the conditions are just right, you might even catch the Northern Lights overhead.

Find out more about our Dark Skies Escape on the website.

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We’re hiring: Head Housekeeper ✨

Love leading a team, taking pride in the little details, and making sure every room feels just right? We’re looking for a Head Housekeeper to lead our friendly housekeeping team here at Stone House.

It’s a hands-on leadership role. You’ll oversee breakfast each morning and then lead the housekeeping team through the day, with rotas, room checks and training.

Our current Head Housekeeper is staying on as part of the team, so you’ll have experienced support while you make the role your own.

🗓 Full time, 40 hours per week
💷 £31,000–£34,000 plus a generous tronc (typically £2,500–£3,000 a year)
🌿 Every other weekend off, your birthday off, and a meal on every shift
🏡 A much-loved independent hotel in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales

Find out more and apply via the link in our bio, or email Kate at [email protected]. Please share with anyone you think would be perfect for it!

https://stonehousehotel.co.uk/vacancies/head-housekeeper/

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