Staveley, North Yorkshire

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Staveley is a village and civil parish in the Harrogate district of North Yorkshire, England. It is situated 4 miles north of Knaresborough and near the A1(M) motorway.

Staveley is home to many local attractions and is a beautiful village that captures the community aspect of rural living. The village has the following unique aspects:

1. Martin's Pond: Situated at the end of Lowfield Lane, this pond sits at the bottom of the abandoned railway tracks and has an abundance of wild life.
2. The Royal Oak Pub: Warm, friendly, good food, reasonable prices - this pub highlights the attractions of Yorkshire living.
3. The Railway Line: Abandoned for several years, the railway track offers a unique walk elevated through wildlife, whilst capturing the peaceful bliss of the countryside.
4. Nature Reserve: A long walk that stretches beyond Staveley. The reserve has many wild and rare species of flower and wildlife, this walk is truly magnificent in the early evening.