Yorkshire Dales

The Yorkshire Dales has some of the most beautiful and unique scenery in the world. With spectacular walking, cycling and riding country, the Yorkshire Dales is an outdoor paradise! There are valleys, crags, peaks, caves and moorlands that stretch over 1600 square miles.

Each Dale has its own distinct character that invites the visitor to explore the local traditions and landscape.Throughout The Dales there is always something different to inspire visitors of all ages, sample the culture, the food, the activities and talk to the locals.

Nestled within the amazing scenery lay many traditional vibrant market towns. There is a vast array of shops offering crafts alongside local markets selling produce from the local farmers.

Throughout the summer the Yorkshire Dales come alive with festivals, galas and shows, a perfect opportunity to join the community for a day and see what it is like living in this perfect part of the world.

Whether you want fun and adventure or culture and tranquillity there is no where better than the Yorkshire Dales.

Featured Destinations in the Yorkshire Dales

More about Aysgarth...
Visit Aysgarth and take in the breathtaking triple flight waterfalls, and enjoy a riverside walk whilst taking in the spectacular views.

More about Bedale...
Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, Bedale has been a market town since receiving its charter from Henry III in 1251.

More about Grassington...
Grassington is one of the most popular villages in Wharfedale. It is a traditional working village and is an ideal base for exploring Upper Wharfedale.

More about Hawes...
One of England’s highest market towns Hawes means “pass between mountains”. You cannot get more traditional than Hawes with its narrow streets and traditional shops.

More about Ingleton...
Ingleton is a picturesque small market town which lies in the shadows of Ingleborough. It is surrounded by natural beauty both above and below ground.

More about Leyburn...
Leyburn is an attractive market town overlooking Wensleydale and is known as ‘a town for all seasons’. Leyburn has something to offer all year round

More about Malham...
Malham is a picturesque village surrounded by dramatic limestone scenery of cliffs, crags and scars lying in the heart of the National Park.

More about Reeth...
Between Arkengarthdale and Swaledale, Reeth sits around a village green with craft workshops, pubs and tearooms. A beautiful base for walkers all year round.

More about Richmond...
Richmond is an historic market Town founded by the Normans in 1071. With a variety of attractions, walks and breathtaking scenery, the town inspires everyone.

More about Settle...
Settle is a delightful market town surrounded by beautiful scenery. Settle marks the start of the Settle – Carlisle Railway and is a perfect place to stay to explore the area.

More about Skipton...
Skipton, known as ‘The Gateway to the Dales’ is a bustling market town with a magnificent castle guarding the town.

More about Horton in Ribblesdale...
Dramatic and uncompromising, this area is better known as the Three Peaks and stands apart. Dotted with rock scars and limestone pavements, it is dominated by the looming peaks of Pen-y-ghent, Ingleborough and Whernside.

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