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Beck Isle thatched cottage by Thornton Beck

Thornton-le-Dale (also called Thornton Dale) is a village and civil parish in the Ryedale district of North Yorkshire, England, about 3 miles (5 km) east of Pickering on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. The area of the village encompasses 39.2 square kilometers.

The thatched building, called Beck Isle or Thatched Cottage and Grade II listed, was built in the 17th century and modified/extended in the 20th. The building has appeared on countless calendars and chocolate boxes over the years. A new thatched roof was installed in 2014 so it remains picturesque. A stream, the Thornton Beck, meanders along the streets and is crossed by several bridges. Much of the village was designated as a Conservation Area by the North York Moors. Thornton-le-Dale is often regarded as one of the prettiest in Yorkshire.
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Jaap van 't Veen said:

Picturesque village view.
5 years ago ( translate )

Ste said:

Hello Doug a lovely shot indeed and a lovely village too .. i must stop and get a more up to date shot of this cottage also one day .. i think the last one i took had a van parked in the river :))

Best wishes ... Steve
5 years ago

John Cass said:

Brilliant image, great composition and pov, wonderful colours.
5 years ago ( translate )

John Goodwin said:

Great photo, Doug... I have seen this cottage on the tv several times.... On the list!.... Now I know where it is!
5 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to John Goodwin:

Thanks so much for your kind appreciation John. Thonton-le-dale is a very popular place in the summer and can get very crowded. Off season would probably be best for a visit.

All the best, Doug
5 years ago

sea-herdorf said:

Eine wunderschöne Perspektive mit dem reedgedeckten Haus, Doug.

Freundliche Grüße und einen schönen Sonntag
Erich
5 years ago ( translate )

Doug Shepherd replied to sea-herdorf:

Thanks so much for your visit and very kind comment Erich.

Best wishes, Doug
5 years ago

Rosalyn Hilborne said:

What a beautiful and idyllic setting Doug! A beautiful thatch and great autumnal colours.
Superb shot. Regards, Rosa.
5 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to Rosalyn Hilborne:

Your visit and very kind words are much appreciated Rosa. The cottage has recently a new thatched roof so looks in top condition. Normally very difficult to get a picture without crowds of visitors spoiling the shot so I was grateful for their absence.

All the best, Doug
5 years ago

Jocelyne Villoing said:

Quel charmant endroit et bien photographié aussi Doug.
5 years ago

Doug Shepherd replied to Jocelyne Villoing:

Thanks so much for your visit and kind appreciation Jocelyne.

Best regards, Doug
5 years ago

Nouchetdu38 said:

Wonderful peaceful picture!**************************
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Bill Robinson / kind… said:

Beautiful image Doug, hope you are well...All the best, Bill.
5 years ago

Boarischa Krautmo said:

beautiful!
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HappySnapper said:

Beautiful Rural and river scene Doug, well captured and documented.
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