Monket Cottage

23/03/2026

The World Famous Daffy Teas in The Bandroom at Low Mill - grab a refreshing drink and a well earned piece of cake.

23/03/2026

THE MAIN ROUTE
Low Mill is as good a starting point as you'll find in the North York Moors — a small, quiet hamlet that transforms completely each spring when the daffodils arrive. Parking and public toilets are available in the village and the Farndale Store is on hand for refreshments and souvenirs before you set off.
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THE WALK - Route One
From Low Mill, a clear path leads down to a footbridge over the River Dove. Cross it and head north, keeping the river to your side. Flat, well-maintained, with a few gates along the way — and fully accessible for pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
After around a mile and a half you'll reach High Mill. The Daffy Caffy is right there if you need a break.

Carry on north to the minor road, then turn right into Church Houses, following the lane east through the village onto Mackeridge Lane. Feversham Arms Inn Farndale is at the end of the lane if you fancy a pub lunch or something stronger. St Mary's Church sits a little further on — worth a moment if it's open. You're just under two miles in at this point.
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THE RETURN
Head back the way you came to Low Mill — the same path looks completely different with the light behind you. The full walk comes in at just under four miles.
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Spring is the obvious draw, but Farndale in summer and autumn has its own quiet appeal — fewer people, same beautiful valley.
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Route Map Below
https://explore.osmaps.com/route/31025687/farndale-daffodil-walk?lat=54.35918&lon=-0.97897&zoom=13.9944&style=Standard&type=2d&overlays=os-obstacles-layer

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23/03/2026

Looking beautiful 🌼 all in walking distance from Monket Cottage.

THE FARNDALE DAFFODIL WALK - ROUTE 2 * LOWNA CIRCULAR

A quieter alternative to the Low Mill walk, this 4km circular route starts at Lowna at the bottom end of Farndale and takes you along the River Dove, up through ancient woodland, past open farmland and back via one of the valley's most curious hidden gems, an old Quaker burial ground.
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GETTING HERE
From Kirkbymoorside, head out along Gillamore Road and Kirby Lane to Gillamoor. At Surprise View next to the church, drop down Gillamoor Bank as though heading for Farndale. Don't take the first left to Low Mill - carry on a little further and look for a small left turn. There's a modest car park here. That's your start point.
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THE WALK
From the car park, follow the lane to its end and cross the bridge over the River Dove. Here you have a choice - you can walk this circular route in either direction.
Turn right first, following the river northwards with the water alongside you. In spring the daffodils carpet the woodland floor and line the riverbank in sweeping drifts — it's one of the less visited stretches of the Farndale daffodil trail and all the better for it.
Continue along the riverbank until you reach a camping barn. Cross the bridge here, pass the house, and follow the path up into the woods. The woodland floor is thick with daffodils in spring, making the climb feel less like effort and more like walking through a painting. It's a steady ascent, nothing too demanding, but walking boots are advisable as the path can be uneven and muddy in places.
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OPEN FIELDS & HAGG END FARM
Emerge from the woodland into open farmland and follow the path towards and past Hagg End Farm. Continue along the field edges - keeping three fields to your left, until you meet a track. Turn left here.
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THE RETURN THROUGH THE WOODS
Follow the track along the treeline and back down through the woodland. The descent is straightforward and the path is clear. Keep following it and it will lead you past the old Quaker burial ground — a genuinely unexpected and atmospheric spot tucked quietly into the landscape. Worth pausing at if you have an interest in local history.
From there the path leads you directly back to the bridge and the car park where you started.
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📍 ROUTE FACTS
🗺 Distance: 4km (approx 2.5 miles)
⏱ Time: allow 1.5 to 2 hours
📈 Terrain: riverside path, steady woodland climb, open farmland tracks
👢 Footwear: walking boots recommended
🌼 Best season: spring for daffodils, though beautiful year round
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NOTE* this route includes uneven woodland paths and farm tracks. Not suitable for pushchairs or prams. Well behaved dogs welcome — please keep them on leads around farmland.
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ROUTE MAP

https://explore.osmaps.com/route/31027148/farndale-daffodil-walk-lowna?lat=54.31811&lon=-0.9547&zoom=13.9754&overlays=os-obstacles-layer&style=Standard&type=2d

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CAR PARK
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10/01/2026

It snowed overnight in Farndale. Wonderful powdery snow. It remained crisp and sunny all day. It was magical.

07/01/2026

We have had a lot of snow and icy weather recently and the scenery from the cottage has looked beautiful.

Monket Cottage includes a wood burner in the lounge area and has underfloor heating throughout. Imagine relaxing in front of the fire with a book and glass of wine whilst the snow falls on the hills outside.
We have availability during January and February so why not treat yourself to a break from it all in the beautiful North York Moors.
(Lighting material and all firewood included)

26/05/2025

Great walks with amazing scenery ❤️

14/12/2024

A beautiful shot of Farndale showcasing her warm winter colours 🥰 ☀️

Warm winter light, we are so lucky to have seen plenty of this during December so far ☀️💙

We're in for some windy and rough weather across the National Park this weekend, please stay vigilant and be prepared if you are heading out!

📍 : Farndale
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06/10/2024

The season of mist and mellow fruitfulness.

The days are drawing in fast in Farndale and the atmospheric views seem to change from minute to minute.

We have availability for October and November so why not treat yourself to some rest and relaxation with an autumn luxury escape here in the North York Moors?

04/07/2024

We are so lucky to have Rich as our family friend and neighbour. Photography by Rich Smith - Wedding & Outdoor Photographer
Those of you who have already stayed with us at Monket Cottage will have seen Rich’s wonderful canvas photographs of our local area displayed around the cottage. I think this shot will be making an appearance at Monket Cottage in the near future.

13/02/2024

Happy pancake day! 🥞 🍳

Included in your welcome hamper we provide you with eggs, milk and butter. We can always provide you with some flour and just like that you can enjoy a pancake!
We have a selection of great frying pans in our well equipped kitchen and cake some tins! Plenty of baking equipment for you to enjoy.

What are your favourite toppings?

10/02/2024

Amazing early morning sky views from Monket Cottage this morning

15/12/2023

Not the best photography I know, however had to catch the red skies of Monket Cottage tonight.

We are blessed with the beautiful landscape Farndale offers us, which change with the seasons. We are also blessed to have such ever changing skies.