The Helmsley Retreat

26/08/2026

We think, this is so cute.... Aww 😍💜

15/08/2026

What a difference a day makes! After yesterday’s heat, this evening’s walk through Duncombe Park was significantly cooler and absolutely lovely.

The sun setting over the grounds makes it easily our favourite spot to wander, especially at this time of year.
Golden hour here never gets old.
Hope everyone managed to get out and enjoy the cooler evening air too!

13/08/2026

If you happen to be around...there is some art to see 🔥😍💜

Huge good luck to our friend Garry Cooper as he opens his collage exhibition at Court House Framers in Helmsley tomorrow! 🎨

Having known Garry for over 15 years, we’ve seen firsthand how talented he is, and it’s brilliant to see his fantastic work on display right here in town.

If you’re in Helmsley between 14th and 29th August, please pop in, take a look, and show him some local support - you won't be disappointed! 👏

You can check out more of his work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3lonelymoons

📍Court House Framers Helmsley
📅 14th–29th August

12/08/2026

So... turns out everyone on Facebook is talking about the eclipse tonight. 🌒

We’ll jump on the bandwagon just this once, but with one genuine question: unless you happens to be a full-time welder with a spare helmet sitting in the utility room, how exactly are we supposed to watch this thing without burning our retinas out? 😉

Are you doing the pinhole shoe box trick, chancing it through the clouds, or just watching everyone else’s dodgy phone photos tomorrow? Let us know your viewing set-up below! 👇

05/08/2026

That’s a wrap for August! ☀️

We only have this coming weekend available before we’re fully booked until October.

If you’ve been thinking about a stay, don’t wait!

We’ve just dropped the price for a special last-minute deal. 🥂

Message us directly to book or check details. 🥂

02/08/2026

A friend of ours dropped by last Friday for his very first visit to The Helmsley Retreat.

He brought his camera along - here’s the cottage through his lens! 📸 ✨

Thanks so much, Oli! 🫂🤝♥️

01/08/2026

How lovely to get featured! 🥂😍💜

30/07/2026

Grateful 😍💜

We have some amazing Guests!

29/07/2026

A quick update on August dates.

Now - we've only got 2 weekends available.

Friday 7th, 3 nights stay
Friday 28th, 3 nights stay

18/07/2026

Looking for a family day out this summer?👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Helmsley Castle has space to explore, stories to discover, and plenty of room for little adventurers to roam.

Make a day of it at Helmsley Castle - scenery, history and fresh air included. 🌿

Book your tickets online to save 15% 👇
https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/helmsley-castle/ #