We are Lisa and Greg, a couple living in a small South Yorkshire village. We each have two grown up sons and share two delightful cockapoos, Chester and Beau, who are regular visitors to Skeldale House. Lisa, an Early Years Teacher and partner Greg, an Entrepreneurial Business Owner, bought Skeldale House on August 1st (Yorkshire Day) 2025. They are both outdoor enthusiasts, triathletes and love the Yorkshire Dales.

 

This brand new venture is an exciting opportunity and we are committed to improving and developing the house. Skeldale House is a Grade II listed building and was the veterinary surgery from the original series of ‘All Creatures Great and Small’. It is now a luxury serviced accommodation property and features 6 studios and 1 apartment. A unique feature of the property is ‘The Surgery’, which displays memorabilia from the original show, books by James Herriot himself and lots of veterinary paraphernalia. Our goal is to improve the experience of our guests and one of the ideas is to open ‘The Surgery’ as a day room and place of relaxation; featuring cosy armchairs, ambient lighting and interesting books.

 

We also have future plans for retreats and sporting camps. Greg has recently become a qualified Positive Psychology Coach and plans to offer a weekend of coaching, taking advantage of the serene surroundings and natural beauty location. Greg is also an IronMan and long serving triathlon coach. Skeldale House is a perfect area in which to cycle, run and hike. We can accommodate cyclists and store bikes safely. We both love to open water swim at nearby Semerwater; a private lake, just 5 miles from Skeldale House. Here the public can book open water swimming and water sports.  

Lisa has a keen eye for detail and loves interior design.She has plans to improve the luxurious decor, adding homely touches, whilst adhering to the mid-century style. Together we are relishing acquainting ourselves with the local businesses in the village of Askrigg and lovely Dales folk.