Discover Snape
Snape is a village located in North Yorkshire, governed by North Yorkshire Council (formerly Harrogate). With a modest population, it is part of a historically rich area known for its medieval architecture and the remains of Snape Castle. The village is a point of interest for those exploring England's heritage and rural landscapes.
Explore the map below to discover accommodation, attractions, restaurants, and live events across Snape. Scroll down to browse featured listings and plan your perfect visit.
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The Castle Arms Inn
The Castle Arms Inn offers a charming parking experience in the quaint village of Snape, ideal for those exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Conveniently located near the A1, it provides easy access to nearby attractions. While primarily pay-and-display, it ensures a hassle-free visit to this delightful country pub with its cosy atmosphere and locally sourced cuisine.
Snapecastlemews holiday cottages
Snapecastlemews holiday cottages provides comfortable accommodation in snape.
OYO The Green Dragon
Ainderby Myers Farm
Things to Do in Snape
The Falcons of Thorp Perrow
The Falcons of Thorp Perrow, located in Snape, offers a delightful experience for nature enthusiasts and families alike. Visitors can enjoy captivating bird displays and explore a small zoo featuring friendly wallabies, meerkats, and pygmy goats. Convenient pay-and-display parking is available, ensuring a hassle-free visit to this peaceful and picturesque attraction.
Thorp Perrow - Arboretum and Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre
Thorp Perrow offers a delightful visit to a Victorian arboretum with rare trees and shrubs, complemented by a bird of prey and mammal centre. Located in Snape, this tourist attraction provides ample parking facilities, making it convenient for visitors to explore the beautiful landscapes and enjoy the tea room. Ideal for a family day out, especially during seasonal events like the Halloween Trail.
Thorp Perrow Arboretum
Food & Drink
The Castle Arms Inn
The Castle Arms Inn offers a charming parking experience in the quaint village of Snape, ideal for those exploring the Yorkshire Dales. Conveniently located near the A1, it provides easy access to nearby attractions. While primarily pay-and-display, it ensures a hassle-free visit to this delightful country pub with its cosy atmosphere and locally sourced cuisine.
Pinch of This
Discover Pinch of This in Bedale, a highly-rated spot (4.9/5) known for delicious breakfasts, wholesome lunches, and warm, dog-friendly service.
The Green Dragon at Bedale
Enjoy delicious food and excellent service at The Green Dragon, a highly-rated restaurant and pub in the heart of Bedale.
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Geographic Facts
This village is geographically within the following regions:
- Administrative area
- Snape with Thorp
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Walk: Thorp Perrow Arboretum
Enjoy the healing and soothing power of trees in this easy walk around Thorp Perrow Arboretum. The Route what3words for start point: ///contained.packages.respect Start / Finish Point: Car park for Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale, DL8 2PS Distance: 2 Miles GPX Route Map walkshirethorpperrowarboretumDownload Walk Description From the car park, head into the Arboretum through the entrance (charge applies) and walk over the right hand footbridge, then turn right to reach a main track. Turn left and almost immediately turn right, to walk along the Water Steps Path by the side of the lake. Ignore the bridge over the lake on the right, and carry on over a footbridge on this path to reach a junction. Turn right, to keep the lake to your right.walking past Henry’s Island and past Kate’s Island. Turn right over the next bridge and walk past The Falcons. Turn left, then left again to walk on Birch Avenue for a short while, before turning right down Red Oak Avenue. Walk right to the end, then do a sharp left to walk down Rowan Avenue, all the way to the Jubilee Oak. Take the second right exit to walk down Broad Walk, turning right at the end and turning left around the bend to walk down Jenny’ Walk to the Main Avenue. Turn right, then immediately left, down either Acer Glade or Laburnum Walk to cross over the middle footbridge back to the entrance.
Walk: Bedale to Northallerton
Enjoy a peaceful point-to-point walk through the gentle lowlands of North Yorkshire, linking two historic market towns via riverside paths, quiet villages and open fields. This 10-mile route from Bedale to Northallerton is ideal for a day of relaxed walking, with minimal elevation and train access at both ends. The Route Distance: 16.1 km (10 miles)what3words for start point: ///prefect.sadly.slapStart: Bedale market placeFinish: Northallerton market placePublic Transport: Train stations at both ends GPX route map Use the interactive map below to follow the route from Bedale through Aiskew, Scruton, and Ainderby Steeple to Northallerton. This GPX file can be downloaded and used with most navigation apps or GPS devices for offline access. bedale-to-nortallerton-routeDownload Walk Description This low-elevation ramble begins in the market town of Bedale, quickly heading east into Aiskew before opening out into the wide, flat farmland of the Vale of Mowbray. Following field paths and rural tracks, you’ll enjoy open views and countryside. The route passes through the quiet village of Scruton — a conservation village known for its traditional stone cottages. Soon after leaving the village, the route crosses the River Swale via the A684. This is a major road, so care is needed when crossing, but there is a pavement and clear visibility. Beyond the Swale, the walk continues to Ainderby Steeple, home to an attractive church and a peaceful green — perfect for a rest. From here, the route heads slightly north. As you near Northallerton, the walk skirts the edge of Romanby Golf Club and crosses the River Wiske. This part of the walk offers a change of character, with glimpses of fairways. The final stretch into Northallerton crosses rail routes, ending just a short walk from the town centre and railway station. With two river crossings, historic villages and gentle scenery, this is a versatile route ideal for a half-day’s walk through one of Yorkshire’s most accessible rural landscapes.