A picturesque village has been dubbed a "hidden gem" thanks to its ever-changing scenery and wholesome choice of activities.

The village of Osmotherley, in North Yorkshire, has become a talking point on social media, as TikTok users share their love for the area. In a video, user @yorkshirelist shows off the small village, with the caption: "Nestled on the western edge of the North York Moors, this charming Yorkshire village awaits.

"Embark on a leisurely hike along the Osmotherley and Cleveland Way Circular, taking in beautiful, ever-changing scenery. Or explore charming independent shops and enjoy a few pints in the local pub!"

In the clip, viewers are shown around some of its shops, cafes and restaurants and have a chance to see the beautiful scenery it has to offer. Situated on the western edge of the North York Moors, Osmotherley has long been associated with its walking routes.

Today, it is popular with walkers wanting to explore its ancient drovers' route, following one of three long distance trails through the village - Cleveland Way, Coast to Coast and Lyke Wake Walk.

A statement on North York Moors reads: "Back in the 1800s, it was a popular overnight stopover for Scottish cattlemen as they moved herds southwards along the Hambleton Drove Road.

"With an elevated position and a ready water supply, Osmotherley’s location was attractive to early settlers and its name appears in the Domesday book as ‘Asmundrelac’ meaning ‘a clearing belonging to Asmund’.

"Centuries later and the village had developed into a small town in part due to its proximity to a priory and chapel, which led to an influx of visiting pilgrims and Quaker and Methodist congregations being established.

"Osmotherley’s convenient position also made it a popular meeting point for traders and by the 19th century it was a hub for housing workers from the nearby quarries and textiles industries."

It adds: "Clues to Osmotherley’s religious past are everywhere. In the village itself there’s a tiny green where John Wesley, founder of the Methodist church would preach, a chapel (one of the oldest in the UK) and St Peter’s Church."

Commenting on the TikTok video, one user said: "All the pubs are great awesome campsite just up the road and Cod Beck Reservoir."

Another user added: "Great little walk around Cod Beck Reservoir too just a mile up the road." A third user said: "What a beautiful little place."