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Discover Skipton and explore the incredible charm of this historic Dales market town. Where tradition and hospitality come together all year round to welcome visitors and share a story of trade, history, culture, and the Yorkshire Dales.
The famous market runs four days a week and adds a whole new level of amazing shopping opportunities to the beautiful cobbled streets. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, traders set up their stalls along either side of the spacious High Street with a range of produce, clothing, crafts, and homewares. Be sure to explore the many ginnels and side streets to see all that the town has to offer.
Enjoying pride of place at the top of the High Street is the iconic Castle. Over 900 years old, this castle has withstood attack by the Scots, a three-year siege during the English Civil War and centuries of political turmoil to remain one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the country.
Skipton Town Hall built in 1862 in home to the Craven Museum, housing 60,000 objects telling the history of this fascinating part of the Yorkshire Dales. This is complemented by an exhibition gallery, performance space and visitor centre. Make this your first stop when you arrive in the town.
Skipton Castle Woods Walk is a popular and accessible walk through tranquil woods just outside the heart of the town. You can also take a stroll along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal with pretty views and tranquil waters offering an escape from the town’s hustle and bustle.
If you prefer, enjoy a boat ride, and see the town from a more leisurely angle. The incredible surrounding countryside makes the town a gateway to the dales and a perfect base for exploring the southern part of the Yorkshire Dales.
Whatever you do, Skipton will delight visitors of all ages and interests.
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The Devonshire Arms Hotel
Set at the gateway to the 30,000-acre Bolton Abbey Estate, The Devonshire… Set at the gateway to the 30,000-acre Bolton Abbey Estate, The Devonshire Arms Hotel offers spaces to gather, comfortable bedrooms, a spa, locally…
Skipton Town Hall
A modern multi-arts cultural hub - home to Craven Museum, Gallery, Concert… A modern multi-arts cultural hub - home to Craven Museum, Gallery, Concert hall, Visitor centre, Gift shop, Education & Community Spaces.
The Skipton Hotel
Welcome to the ‘Gateway to the Beautiful Yorkshire Dales’ stay in the… Welcome to the ‘Gateway to the Beautiful Yorkshire Dales’ stay in the Award-winning 96-bedroom waterfront Hotel, located on the banks of the Leeds…
Green Gable, Skipton
Set in a quiet part of Skipton, Green Gable is the perfect base to explore… Set in a quiet part of Skipton, Green Gable is the perfect base to explore Skipton, the Yorkshire Dales or Bronte country. Well situated near shops,…
Skipton Castle
Guardian of the Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales for over 900 years, Skipton… Guardian of the Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales for over 900 years, Skipton Castle, once home to the famous Clifford Lords, is one of the best…
Hike Yorkshire
Veteran-led guided walks, town walking tours and outdoor experiences… Veteran-led guided walks, town walking tours and outdoor experiences across the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors and coast.
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Steam through the Yorkshire Dales on a heritage railway between Embsay and… Steam through the Yorkshire Dales on a heritage railway between Embsay and Bolton Abbey. Enjoy vintage trains, Victorian style stations, homemade…
Town End Farm Shop
Family-run Yorkshire Dales farm shop, butchery & tearoom. Home of Wildman… Family-run Yorkshire Dales farm shop, butchery & tearoom. Home of Wildman Charcuterie & Yorkshire Chorizo. Stocking our own farm-reared meats, local…
Experiences in Skipton
Dales Way Guided Walking Holiday
Walk the Dales Way from Ilkley to Windermere with an expert guide. We book… Walk the Dales Way from Ilkley to Windermere with an expert guide. We book your local B&Bs and inns, move your luggage and walk with you each day…
Malham: Geology, History and Folklore
Vanishing rivers, a fairy waterfall and a Harry Potter filming location. A… Vanishing rivers, a fairy waterfall and a Harry Potter filming location. A guided walk to Malham Cove, Gordale Scar, Janet's Foss and Malham Tarn,…
Wild Food Foraging Course
A two hour beginners' foraging course in Yorkshire woodland. Learn to read… A two hour beginners' foraging course in Yorkshire woodland. Learn to read the woods, identify common mushrooms where they grow and tell edible…
Historic Skipton Walking Tour
A one hour guided walk through nine centuries of Skipton, led by a… A one hour guided walk through nine centuries of Skipton, led by a professional archaeologist. The medieval High Street, the castle, Holy Trinity…
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HeadCase have established themselves as one of the best bands to see. They… HeadCase have established themselves as one of the best bands to see. They are a cracking five-piece covers band playing ’80s, ’90s and ’00s rock,…
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Join the charismatic star of Channel 4’s ‘Narrow Escapes’ for his flagship… Join the charismatic star of Channel 4’s ‘Narrow Escapes’ for his flagship show about dropping out of society to become a nomad on the UK’s…
Duane Andrews casts a wide net in the musical ocean. Uniting what would… Duane Andrews casts a wide net in the musical ocean. Uniting what would seem to be impossible traditional music from his home of Newfoundland, Canada…
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