For horse lovers everywhere, these five properties boast facilities–from stables to solariums–that are the stuff of equestrian dreams

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Vivienne Crow was staying at Newfield Hall as a guest of HF Holidays, which organises walking holidays in the Yorkshire Dales and other UK and European destinations. Self-guided, three-night breaks at

■ Distance: 7 miles/11km ■ Time: 3 hours ■ Grade: Moderate

The festive season looms and with it time to gather friends and family for reunions, cocktails - and the odd ruthlessly competitive challenge. Here’s our pick of 10 Yorkshire getaway gems