Explore East Yorkshire’s Heritage and Stay in Luxury Shepherd’s Huts at West Hale Gate Glamping

East Yorkshire offers more than just the coast and the Yorkshire Wolds. Here you can find heritage, industry, and delightful town center settings. From pretty canal walks to towering minsters, iconic structures, and local independent businesses, immerse yourself in East Yorkshire’s heritage and experience the local lifestyle.

After a day of exploring East Yorkshire, you need a comfortable place to rest, relax, and reflect on your day of discovery. Luckily, there are plenty of great options nearby West Hale Gate Glamping, which offers luxury shepherd’s hut stays for couples. Here are some of our top picks to help you out.

Wolds Village is a rustic and charming bed and breakfast in Bainton. It has an air of grandeur, with luxurious four-poster beds in some rooms. With an art gallery and shop on-site, you can enjoy more of what the region has to offer, and maybe take a piece of it home with you. Located only ten minutes away from Driffield, Wolds Village is an ideal location to explore the Yorkshire Wolds.

Discovering Driffield won’t leave you disappointed. Rightly titled the capital of the Wolds, Driffield is a busy market town with a variety of independent shops, and national retailers interspersed with cafes, restaurants, and public houses. Enjoy a walk along the canal to the neighboring town of Nafferton, or learn more about the town’s heritage along the Town Trail. Driffield Show, held annually, is also the largest one-day agricultural show in the UK.

The Kilnwick Percy Golf Club and Resort has luxury lodges set in beautiful countryside. Whether you want to take in a round or two of golf or just want to escape it all, the KP is a relaxing place to stay. Enjoy the outdoors with the comfort of a warm, comforting lodge to lay your head after a busy day exploring. From the nature trail at the resort to taking on a section of the Wolds Way or exploring all that Pocklington has to offer, which is only a five-minute drive away, the KP is conveniently situated.

Several popular walking routes, the Wilberforce Way, Wolds Way, and Minster Way, all converge at Pocklington, telling of why Pocklington is also known as the ‘Gateway to the Wolds’. This pretty town is home to many independent shops and boutiques and a sense of the traditional as you’ll find the butchers, bakers, and producers all in the center. Keep an eye on the calendar at Pocklington Arts Centre to catch the big names that visit and make sure to fit in a visit to Burnby Hall and Gardens, home to an extensive and stunning collection of hardy water lilies.

Find yourself refreshed and ready to explore all that the neighboring town, Howden, has to offer, and treat yourself to a break at Saltmarshe Hall. Decadence and luxury create an inviting place to stay at this elegantly restored hall. From a Yorkshire breakfast to a dreamy afternoon tea or even a delightful evening meal, the food is sure to enhance your stay.

Howden’s appealing town center is one of those places you simply want to wander round soaking it all up, with the beautifully preserved Georgian town center and restored buildings. Howden Minster dominates the center, with its stunning stained glass windows and tower offering views over the town and surrounding areas. The ruins of the minister’s Chancel and Chapter House can be seen in pleasant gardens, or Howden Marsh is ideal for a quiet stroll and some wildlife spotting.

Broadgate Farm Cottages are a slice of luxury in the countryside and only a few minutes drive into the center of Beverley itself. These cottages are a home away from home and provide the perfect base to escape the everyday or explore East Yorkshire. With beautiful country views, you can’t believe how close you are to the bustle of Beverley town center. Gather around the outdoor firepit in the evening to warm your weary feet and reflect on the day’s adventures.

The market town of Beverley is perhaps most well-known for its imposing gothic minster, however, its abundance of listed buildings, quaint streets, and picturesque market areas tell of the town’s history and heritage. Follow the town trail to learn about the town’s many trades or follow the Elwell Trail to discover Beverley’s artistic past. The town center is a hub of independent retailers and high street names, while on the town’s doorstep is the wide-open space of Beverley Westwood, just don’t mind the cows.

Nestled at the foot of Garrowby Hill, at Bishop Wilton, Wolds Edge is the perfect hideaway for those looking for peace and quiet in the countryside. These luxury lodges are superbly decorated, with their own private hot tubs, and surrounded by the beautiful Wolds countryside. For an extra special stay, book the Treehouse lodge, which is a lodge raised up into the trees offering seclusion and elevated views and a Yorkshire Wolds-esque safari-like experience.

Just a ten-minute drive away is the village of Stamford Bridge, a pleasant village based on the river Derwent. The village has a traditional English charm about it, with a dramatic history as it was the location of the 1066 Battle of Stamford Bridge. Today, the village is picturesque, especially the ancient bridge, and perfect for a gentle stroll before enjoying one of the several pubs and cafes.

Based on the foreshore, The Country Park Inn has spectacular views over the River Humber and of the impressive Humber Bridge, surrounded by Hessle Country Park. Step away from the bustle of everyday life and stay in one of the boutique guest rooms by the water’s edge. For an extra treat, book the levitating bed for a unique experience.

Enjoy your stay in East Yorkshire and explore all its hidden gems. Book your luxury shepherd’s hut stay at West Hale Gate Glamping to experience the beauty and heritage of East Yorkshire with comfort, style, and convenience.

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