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Need To Know

✓Village home located in the peaceful village of Thornton Watlass, North Yorkshire, UK
✓4 bedrooms total: 2 ground floor bedrooms with kingsize (5ft) beds, 2 first floor bedrooms each with 2 single (3ft) beds
✓One first floor twin bedroom includes an en-suite shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓1 additional bathroom on ground floor with bath and shower over, and toilet
✓3 steps to the entrance, not suitable for wheelchair access
✓Private on-site parking space for 1 vehicle
✓Heating provided by a woodburner / wood-burning stove in the living room, with initial fuel included
✓Electricity included in the rental price
✓Wi-Fi internet access included
✓Living room features a Smart TV and a cosy wood-burning stove for evening entertainment
✓Kitchen equipped with electric oven, induction hob, microwave, coffee machine, fridge/freezer, and dishwasher
✓Utility room contains a washing machine
✓Bed linen and towels provided and included in the rental price
✓Welcome pack included on arrival
✓Travel cot and highchair available for guests with young children
✓Enclosed back garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture, and barbecue facilities
✓Welcoming village pub located just a stone’s throw away from the property
✓Village green nearby featuring a cricket pitch
✓Pets allowed, maximum 1 pet included free of charge
✓No smoking allowed anywhere on the property
✓Check-in time after 16:00 and check-out time before 10:00
✓Suitable for families and groups of friends, sleeps up to 8 people
✓Decorated at Christmas and part of various collections including Customers' Choice 2026 and dog friendly cottages
✓Nearby attractions include Theakston Brewery and Black Sheep Brewery in Masham, Masham market square, Wensleydale Railway, Forbidden Corner, Ripon Cathedral, Fountains Abbey, Aysgarth Falls, Thornborough Henge, Brimham Rocks, Middleham Castle, Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park, Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Hackfall Woods, Jervaulx Abbey, and The Druids Temple near Ilton
✓Local activities available include walking, hiking, cycling, golf, horse riding, horse racing, bird-watching, wild swimming, and fishing
✓Located within reach of Wensleydale and Yorkshire Dales National Park, with local walks and nature reserves for wildlife enthusiasts

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Local Insights: Foxes Retreat

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Bedale, Yorkshire

Weather & Local Conditions

13°C

Overcast

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:59am

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12.80°C

Temperature

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16 km/h

Wind Speed

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86%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Foxes Retreat sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

110m

(361 feet above sea level)

Foxes Retreat sits in a peaceful Yorkshire setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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110m

Elevation

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Bedale

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Bedale are typical Yorkshire lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 54.2639700° N | Longitude: 1.63917° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Bedale (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:48am

Sunrise

7:36pm

Golden Hour

8:36pm

Sunset

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3:48am

Sunrise

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8:36pm

Sunset

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7:36pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:36pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Bedale, you have approximately 16.79 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Foxes Retreat.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Yorkshire. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Foxes Retreat

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Foxes Retreat

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Foxes Retreat Right For Your Group

For Families

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Pet Friendly

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