Discover Exelby
Exelby is a village located in North Yorkshire. Governed by North Yorkshire Council, it is part of a rural area known for its agricultural landscape. The village holds historical significance as a traditional farming community. Visitors can explore its connection to the region's farming heritage and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Explore the map below to discover accommodation, attractions, restaurants, and live events across Exelby. Scroll down to browse featured listings and plan your perfect visit.
Stay in Exelby
Melgoats CL Site
Melgoats CL Site provides comfortable accommodation in exelby.
High Grange Cottages and Farmhouse
Osprey Meadow Holiday Cottages
Osprey Meadow
Osprey Meadow provides comfortable accommodation in exelby.
The Woodman Inn
The Woodman Inn in Exelby offers convenient parking for guests visiting this charming pub and inn, ideally located near the A1. Enjoy a comfortable stay with excellent service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for travelers looking for a relaxing stopover or a base for exploring the Yorkshire countryside.
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Things to Do in Exelby
Melgoats CL Site
Melgoats CL Site in Exelby offers a serene camping experience with spacious pitches and friendly service. It's an ideal spot for exploring the Yorkshire Dales and enjoying local amenities, including a short walk to the nearby pub. Perfect for nature lovers and those traveling with pets.
Osprey Meadow
Osprey Meadow in Exelby offers a serene retreat with cozy cottages, some featuring private gardens and patios, ideal for families and pet owners. Enjoy the expansive recreation field and the convenience of nearby attractions in Bedale. Perfect for a peaceful getaway in the Yorkshire countryside.
Bedale Skate Park
Unleash your skills at Bedale Skate Park, a dynamic outdoor space perfect for skateboards, scooters, and BMX.
Food & Drink
The Woodman Inn
The Woodman Inn in Exelby offers convenient parking for guests visiting this charming pub and inn, ideally located near the A1. Enjoy a comfortable stay with excellent service, delicious food, and a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for travelers looking for a relaxing stopover or a base for exploring the Yorkshire countryside.
Pinch of This
Discover Pinch of This in Bedale, a highly-rated spot (4.9/5) known for delicious breakfasts, wholesome lunches, and warm, dog-friendly service.
Sturdy Foods
Discover Sturdy Foods, a North Yorkshire-based producer crafting delicious handmade pies, available for collection and delivery.
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Geographic Facts
This village is geographically within the following regions:
- Administrative area
- Exelby, Leeming and Londonderry
- Dialing code
- 01677
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Walkshire in Exelby
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Walk: Thorp Perrow Arboretum
Enjoy the healing and soothing power of trees in this easy walk around Thorp Perrow Arboretum. The Route what3words for start point: ///contained.packages.respect Start / Finish Point: Car park for Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale, DL8 2PS Distance: 2 Miles GPX Route Map walkshirethorpperrowarboretumDownload Walk Description From the car park, head into the Arboretum through the entrance (charge applies) and walk over the right hand footbridge, then turn right to reach a main track. Turn left and almost immediately turn right, to walk along the Water Steps Path by the side of the lake. Ignore the bridge over the lake on the right, and carry on over a footbridge on this path to reach a junction. Turn right, to keep the lake to your right.walking past Henry’s Island and past Kate’s Island. Turn right over the next bridge and walk past The Falcons. Turn left, then left again to walk on Birch Avenue for a short while, before turning right down Red Oak Avenue. Walk right to the end, then do a sharp left to walk down Rowan Avenue, all the way to the Jubilee Oak. Take the second right exit to walk down Broad Walk, turning right at the end and turning left around the bend to walk down Jenny’ Walk to the Main Avenue. Turn right, then immediately left, down either Acer Glade or Laburnum Walk to cross over the middle footbridge back to the entrance.
Walk: Bedale to Northallerton
Enjoy a peaceful point-to-point walk through the gentle lowlands of North Yorkshire, linking two historic market towns via riverside paths, quiet villages and open fields. This 10-mile route from Bedale to Northallerton is ideal for a day of relaxed walking, with minimal elevation and train access at both ends. The Route Distance: 16.1 km (10 miles)what3words for start point: ///prefect.sadly.slapStart: Bedale market placeFinish: Northallerton market placePublic Transport: Train stations at both ends GPX route map Use the interactive map below to follow the route from Bedale through Aiskew, Scruton, and Ainderby Steeple to Northallerton. This GPX file can be downloaded and used with most navigation apps or GPS devices for offline access. bedale-to-nortallerton-routeDownload Walk Description This low-elevation ramble begins in the market town of Bedale, quickly heading east into Aiskew before opening out into the wide, flat farmland of the Vale of Mowbray. Following field paths and rural tracks, you’ll enjoy open views and countryside. The route passes through the quiet village of Scruton — a conservation village known for its traditional stone cottages. Soon after leaving the village, the route crosses the River Swale via the A684. This is a major road, so care is needed when crossing, but there is a pavement and clear visibility. Beyond the Swale, the walk continues to Ainderby Steeple, home to an attractive church and a peaceful green — perfect for a rest. From here, the route heads slightly north. As you near Northallerton, the walk skirts the edge of Romanby Golf Club and crosses the River Wiske. This part of the walk offers a change of character, with glimpses of fairways. The final stretch into Northallerton crosses rail routes, ending just a short walk from the town centre and railway station. With two river crossings, historic villages and gentle scenery, this is a versatile route ideal for a half-day’s walk through one of Yorkshire’s most accessible rural landscapes.