When it actually comes to deciding where we will go it is often a case of set off and follow our noses, but this time we had a destination in mind. Dot has a friend, Jane, who lives in London, and who has always been telling us to visit Beningbrough Hall, as she often visits it when she is in these parts. So that is where we went.
If you don't know where Beningbrough Hall is situated, it is about 6 miles north west of York, quite near the River Ouse. We decided that we would take a scenic route, so went via Knaresborough, then took the A59 to Green Hammerton, where we turned left and headed for all those pretty little village which seem to have the name "On Ouse" appended to them, but before we got to these villages we had to cross the River Ure, and in this area the only way is via an ancient toll bridge at Aldvark - costing the princely sum of 40p!
We stopped off near the airfield at Linton on Ouse and admired the fields with rolled bales of hay. We also saw a parade of planes and helicopters taking off, as we were parked literally about 50 feet from the end of the runway.
Looking towards the village of Linton on Ouse
Looking in the opposite direction to the previous photo
Spot the two planes (centre by the cloud)
A helicopter just taking off
Ruby had a lovely walk along the grass verges and enjoyed sniffing all the country smells!
The Main Front of Beningbrough Hall
There was a superb cafe situated next to the entrance to the gardens, and we had a late dinner here.
Dot, about to enter out country mansion!
The Garden at Beningbrough Hall is a peaceful and relaxing place, with some wonderful displays of flowers, fruits and vegetables. The fruits and vegetables are used in the preparation of the food in the cafe.
and the good news is, if you are a National Trust member, entrance to the hall and grounds costs you absolutely nothing!
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