Binks Cottage

04/10/2026

After a wonderful month of September hosting several longer-term guests, we’re officially saying goodbye to summer and welcoming the cozy turn toward autumn as the sheep are brought back down to Thornley from the fell. Here is a look back at September at Binks Cottage, around Thornley Village and up the dale ✨🍂

26/09/2026

Today 10-2 (drop-in) at Thornley Village Hall, all welcome.

Tea, coffee, homemade treats, icecream, raffle, chocolate tombola, fresh produce apples, cucumbers, tomato’s & friendly faces

Hope to see you soon!

01/09/2026

A few memories from a wonderful summer in the village. We’ve loved welcoming our guests and seeing Thornley at its best through June, July and August.

Here’s to the changing seasons and everything still to come this year. 🍂🏡

25/08/2026

The Marley Wedding 💙

It was a pleasure to watch a wonderful couple arrive in style and celebrate their wedding in St Bartholomews, Thornley.

01/07/2026

June has been a wonderful month here in Thornley. The weather has been kind once again, haymaking is in full swing, flowers are blooming, eggs are hatching, and sheep shearing has begun.

Our guests have been making the most of the sunshine, enjoying the new egg swing and Connect 4 in the garden. It was also a special month for our family in the village, as the church held a beautiful christening service for our Beatrice.

Thanks to everyone that has visited Binks this month.

03/06/2026

May has been a month to celebrate at Binks Cottage, as we welcomed a wonderful host of guests from both near and far.

The weather has been kind to us farmers, and for that we are grateful. The grass is growing well, gardens are flourishing, and the Durham dales are beginning to look at their very best.

It has also been a year for the record books in our village. The annual plant sale enjoyed its most successful year ever, raising a remarkable £1,145.10 each for the church and the Village Hall Committee.

Thank you to everyone who has stayed with us in May and those that came along and supported this year's sale.

29/05/2026

Don’t miss this golden opportunity ☀️🇪🇸

Discover our Las Mozas digital guidebook and explore what it’s like to stay in Benahavís, including local attractions, restaurants, beaches, and things to do nearby.

23/05/2026

☀️ Sunshine is forecast for the annual Thornley Village Plant Sale tomorrow. We have collected an outstanding amount of plants ready for a splendid sale! The perfect excuse for a lovely morning out. 🌿🌸🍦

Come along and enjoy:

🌱 Plants, Plants & More Plants
🎨 Art Exhibition
🪴 Gardening Brick-a-Brac
🎟 Tombola
🍰 Homemade Cakes
🥓 Sausage & Bacon Butties
☕ Tea & Coffee
🍦 Ice Cream 99’s

Whether you’re looking for garden inspiration, hunting for a few bargains, or simply fancy a friendly morning in the village, we’d love to see you there. Everyone is very welcome!

📍 Thornley Village, DL13 4NU
🕙 From 10:00am
🛎 Last orders for butties at 12:30pm

Please share and help spread the word 🌼

19/05/2026

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our much loved Binks. Many of our guests at Binks Cottage will remember him fondly over the years - often following not far behind Trevor at feeding time with Bella, finding a new unique place to sleep around the farm or quietly sneaking into the house to curl up in front of the fire.

Binks was a well loved part of staying at Binks cottage for so many visitors. He will be deeply missed by us all.

15/05/2026

Quick trip into Lanchester for ice cream at the old ice cream shop 🍦 Great selection, super friendly staff, and definitely worth the drive if you’re staying at Binks Cottage or in the area! The old ice cream shop Kings Cafe ices & confectionery