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Charming period B&B near York, offering relaxed stays with easy access to the city, coast, and countryside.

Escape from a busy life & join us for a break away, or gather with friends and family with optional afternoon tea or private dining (8–20 guests). Westergate formerly Grimston House sits in an acre of mature gardens near York 2 miles south of the park and ride at McArthur Glen. Ideally placed on the south side of York for York University, York Racecourse Elvington Air Museum and Airfield or within and house you can reach much of Yorkshire's coast and countryside. As we are a central stop over point when travelling the country we have installed a 16amp electric car charger for use by our guests. There is a regular York and Selby Arriva 415 bus stop nearby or the park and ride if you prefer to leave the car

Situated set back from the A19 at Deighton near Escrick, you can enjoy a comfortable stay with spacious rooms and safe parking and a freshly cooked breakfast. All our rooms are double bedrooms with ensuite facilities some larger than others - flat screen TV and hospitality trays with hot and cold drinks and homemade cookies and snacks. The spacious dining room where breakfast and weekday suppers are served overlooks the gardens with morning sunshine and there is a large guest lounge with log fire in winter where you can relax and read a book. Providing accommodation is only a small part of the services that we can offer. Westergate kitchen can cater for special occasions, funeral teas, occasions, business meetings and family gatherings. Westergate kitchen also provides our famous cookies and bronkies are now available in 3 sizes for special treats or a birthday indulgence plus afternoon teas and dine- in desserts or ready meals are also available on request to take-out for a celebration at home

30/10/2026

Just a few ideas for when you stay

29/10/2026

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Castle Howard. The marquee is going up for the coffee shop and the house closes this weekend for its makeover

🎄 A Dickens of a Christmas – A Must-See This Festive Season!

From 12 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, Charles Dickens’ classic novels come to life in grand Christmas style, with stunning projections, immersive soundscapes and theatrical surprises.

If you’re planning a festive trip to York, this is well worth adding to your list!

Stay with us at Westergate House, just 4 miles south of York, and enjoy easy access to the city’s Christmas attractions.

🎄 A little note if you’re thinking of staying with us: Our weekend availability is now very limited, so we recommend booking early to avoid disappointment.

We’d love to welcome you for a festive stay!

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25/10/2026

Somewhere to look out for near Treasurer's House - National Trust.

🐴 This 375-year-old York house once had horses living downstairs!

Tucked away on Ogleforth, just behind York Minster, is the Dutch House, one of York’s early surviving brick houses, dating to around 1650.

Its distinctive curved gables were added later in the 17th century, giving the building its Dutch-inspired appearance.

But its history took an unexpected turn.

Originally a house of some status, it had probably been divided into three smaller homes by the early 1800s. Then, in 1872, it was acquired by the neighbouring Johnson and Marsh brewery, which used the ground floor as stables.

By the 1950s, the building had deteriorated so badly that extensive rebuilding was necessary. Thankfully, its remarkable frontage survived in restored form.

Today, the Dutch House is Grade II* listed, a reminder of how much York’s buildings can change over the centuries.

Next time you’re walking down Ogleforth, it’s worth looking up at those unusual gables!

📸 by York England.

25/10/2026

We had a guest last year who came especially to visit here.

20/10/2026

Knaresborough is one of those places that looks very different when you get out of the car and explore it on foot.

I’ve driven through Knaresborough many times over the years, but until recently I hadn’t stopped to explore it properly since I was a child, when I visited the famous Mother Shipton's Cave

A great place to start is Waterside car park. From here, you can walk through the fields and woodland alongside the River Nidd. It’s a lovely start to the walk, with nature all around you and a quieter side to Knaresborough that you simply don’t see from the road.

Cross the main road and you reach the riverside area, where you’ll find cafés, boats on the water and wonderful views of the iconic Knaresborough Viaduct.

This part of the town is full of character, with narrow, winding streets, natural stone outcrops and beautiful houses built along the side of the gorge. It’s a lovely area to wander around, with something interesting around every corner.

Knaresborough also has a fascinating linen milling heritage. Along the riverside, you can see the old linen mill, now converted into holiday cottages, as well as a blue plaque marking a former dye house. These are reminders of the linen trade that was once an important part of life along the River Nidd.

From here, winding steps lead you upwards towards Knaresborough Castle The remains of the castle stand high above the river, with lovely views across the Nidd Gorge and surrounding countryside.

It’s a great place to explore and well worth a stop if you’re staying longer at Westergate or visiting nearby Harrogate, Ripon, Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal, National Trust or NT Brimham Rocks

19/10/2026

We did it. Thanks for all your support for donations, messages and Paul and Evie for taking over breakfasts. Truly appreciated. Same time next year 😂

16/10/2026

I’m ‘running’ a leg of the marathon relay on Sunday. Eeeek! 😱 Got my T-shirt now, so it’s all becoming very real!

There’s so much happening for Kitchen for Everyone York (KEY) at the moment. We’ve just won the Community Kitchen Award at the York Press Food & Drink Awards, and this Sunday we’re taking on the marathon relay! 🏃‍♀️

KEY is entirely volunteer-run (excuse the pun! 😂), and every penny raised goes towards providing food and essential supplies for vulnerable people in York.

If you fancy donating a little loose change, my little legs will be eternally grateful! ❤️ Every donation, however small, really does make a difference.

We’re also ALWAYS looking for volunteers to help either on the outreach trolley or in the kitchen. It’s only once every six weeks, so it’s not a huge commitment, but it makes a real difference to people who need a helping hand.

So, wish me luck! 🤞 This is just one of the crazy things I’ve set myself the challenge of doing in my last year of being 60! 😂💪

Thank you for your support, and fingers crossed these legs get me to the finish line! 🏁❤️

THE TEAM KEY T-SHIRTS HAVE ARRIVED! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️💙

On 18th October, some of our amazing KEY volunteers will be swapping their aprons for running shoes and taking on the York Marathon Relay to raise vital funds for Kitchen for Everyone York.

Every pound raised will help us continue providing warm meals and support to people experiencing homelessness or in vulnerable situations in our community.

Please sponsor Team KEY and help us make every mile count! Every donation, big or small, really does make a difference. 💙

👉 Donate here: https://gvwhl.com/UFXTF

16/10/2026

For anyone visiting Sunday these are the road closures.

2026 Yorkshire Marathon Road Closures

Address

Deighton
York
YO196HB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 7pm
Saturday	9am - 7pm
Sunday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+441904728328

Website

http://www.westergatehouse.com/

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