A £350,000 five-star glamping venue has been officially opened in Ryedale.

The Private Hill is the brainchild of Roddy and Jane Hamilton, and is situated at Thrussendale Farm in Acklam.

The venue was officially open by MP Kevin Hollinrake at the Private Hill’s inaugural event, held in aid of The Alzheimer’s Society, Living Well With Dementia Berwick (Royal Voluntary Service) and Berwick & District Friends of Dementia.

The event, which was attended by over 200 people, raised over £15,000.

Mr Hollinrake said: “Ventures like The Private Hill are what make North Yorkshire great. It is innovative, luxurious and will attract a new raft of visitors to our region to enjoy its facilities. It is also perfect for weddings and large events with a difference.

"I congratulate the owner, Roddy Hamilton and am delighted to have supported two such good causes.”

The Private Hill offers luxury boutique glamping in brand new innovative geodesic domes and is one the first of its kind in the North.

Organiser of The Forget Me Not Ball, Amelia Clark, said:“We chose The Private Hill for our annual fundraising ball as we were blown away by the location. Being able to put our own touch on the marquee and moving away from a more traditional event in a hotel or conference facility elevated the event, giving it an added attraction to the guests.

"We also knew we were guaranteed quality, which is important when we are hosting guests who are kindly supporting a charity.”

For more information go to theprivatehill.co.uk.