So much to see and do...

Explore Moorland, coastline, forestry, stately homes and more

Our fantastic location..

The Old Chapel has an overwhelming choice of activities within a short drive. Outdoors enthusiasts can explore Dalby Forest which offers a wide variety of walks and bike rides for all abilities as well as Go Ape high ropes adventure and a great playground. Mountain bikers can enjoy miles of first-class trails whilst equestrians will find stables at nearby Snainton and Sinnington. History buffs will be spoilt for choice. The medieval castle and church at Pickering is just a 20 minute drive away and there are several other English Heritage sites within an hours drive. Foodies can visit Yorkshire's Food Capital, Malton, where you can pick up some holiday treats from the many independent food shops as well as visit the brewery and gin distillery.


Scarborough and Whitby are both within 30 minutes drive of Levisham should you fancy escaping to the coast, while historic York and Castle Howard can easily be reached within the hour.

  • Places to Visit

    North York Moors National Park 

    The Horseshoe Inn is privileged to be a part of this area of outstanding natural beauty which has something for everyone. Our beautiful location on the North York Moors National Park is a walkers, ramblers and mountain biker's paradise. For more info go to www.visitnorthyorkshiremoors.co.uk 


    Distance from accommodation: 0 miles


    Dalby Forest - "The Great Yorkshire Forest" 

    Stunning scenery and walks including the famous Bridestones, world class mountain bike trails, craft shops, wildlife, children's adventure, barbecue and picnic areas. The really daring might try the Go Ape! "high wire forest adventure"! 


    Distance from accommodation: 5 miles


    North York Moors Railway, Harry Potter and Heartbeat

    Our comfortable Bed & Breakfast rooms are the perfect place from which to visit nearby Goathland which doubles as Aidensfield in ITV's Heartbeat and its station as Hogsmeade Station from Harry Potter! Take the North York Moors Railway steam train from Levisham, or nearby Pickering where its route begins, last stop Whitby - www.nymr.co.uk


    Distance from accommodation: 1 mile to Levisham Station


    Castle Howard 

    Castle Howard is one of Britain's finest stately homes, and as well as the magnificent house full of world renowned art, sculptures and furniture there are fantastic grounds, a lake and formal gardens - www.castlehoward.co.uk


    Distance from accommodation: 22 miles by road


    Pickering Castle and Town 

    Pickering's impressive motte-and-bailey castle is well preserved and you can still see much of the original keep, towers and walls. The site is often used for battle re-enactments and is cared for by English Heritage. In and around Pickering are several museums, restaurants, galleries and shops. - www.english-heritage.org.uk


    Distance from accommodation: 6 miles by road


    Whitby, Scarborough and the Yorkshire Coast 

    Whitby is ever-growingly popular for its quaint streets, busy harbour area, and the Abbey of St. Hilda. St. Mary’s graveyard was the inspiration to Bram Stokers novel, Dracula. Whitby was also the training ground of the great explorer Captain Cook. Whitby and Scarborough are surrounded by a number of other quaint fishing villages and sandy beaches such as Robin Hood's Bay, Staithes and Sandsend. Cayton Bay at Scarborough is a popular surf destination and those interested in culture may wish to visit the Stephen Joseph Theatre where famous playwright Alan Ayckbourn premieres most of his works. Children will enjoy Scarborough Sea Life Center too. 


    Distance from accommodation: 12 miles to Whitby


    Enjoy a long walk? Then try The Inn Way (..to the North York Moors) - "The Inn Way ..to the North York Moors takes the reader on an 89 mile circular tour of the North York Moors via 31 of its finest inns" 
 


    The Horseshoe Inn is included in this edition of Mark Reid's award winning guidebooks. A fantastic 6 day scenic walk encompassing many places such as Helmsley, Egton and Rosedale Abbey.

  • Yorkshire Days Out

    We live in one of the most attractive and diverse counties in the UK and there are many interesting places to visit. Listed below are some venues you might like to put in your diary for this summer.


    Yorkshire Lavender - www.yorkshirelavender.com

    National Railway Museum - www.railwaymuseum.org.uk

    North Yorkshire Moors Railway - www.nymr.co.uk

    Air Museum - www.yorkshireairmuseum.org

    York Dungeon - www.thedungeons.com/york

    York's Chocolate Story - www.yorkschocolatestory.com

    National Coal Mining Museum - www.ncm.org.uk

    Xscape Yorkshire - www.xscapeyorkshire.co.uk

    Skipton Castle - www.skiptoncastle.co.uk

    RHS Garden Harlow Carr - www.rhs.org.uk/harlowcarr

    Ripon Museums - www.riponmuseums.co.uk

    The Forbidden Corner - www.the forbiddencorner.co.uk

    Lightwater Valley Theme Park - www.lightwatervalley.co.uk

    National Centre for Birds of Prey Duncombe Park - www.ncbp.co.uk

    White Scar Cave - www.whitescarcave.co.uk

    Scampston Hall & Walled Garden - www.scampston.co.uk

    Eden Camp Museum - www.edencamp.co.uk

    Dalby The Great Yorkshire Forest - www.forestryengland.uk

    Go Ape Dalby - www.goape.co.uk

    Whitby Abbey - www.english-heritage.org.uk

    Rievaulx Abbey - www.english-heritage.org.uk

    Captain Cook Museum Whitby - www.captaincookmuseumwhitby.co.uk

    Stained Glass Centre - Cayton - www.stainedglasscentre.co.uk

    Scarborough Fair Museum - www.scarboroughfaircollection.com

    Castle Howard - www.castlehoward.co.uk

    Theakston Brewery - www.theakstons.co.uk

    Deep - www.thedeep.co.uk

The Horseshoe Inn is our family run establishment set in the peace and tranquillity of Levisham village just a short walk up the village from The Old Chapel.


www.horseshoelevisham.co.uk

"The Old Chapel sits in the picturesque village of Levisham In the North York Moors National Park where there is so much to do and see on our doorstep."

Our other family run establishment, The Fox and Rabbit Inn, is a traditional country pub located in the North York Moors National Park on the edge of Dalby Forest on the A169 Whitby to Pickering road. An idyllic destination for a relaxing stop off drink or meal.


www.foxandrabbit.co.uk