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Settle, a market
town since 1249, the market is held on Tuesday's, to the south
of the Moors. An excellent walking base with walks around
the area to enjoy the limestone scenery, including Castleberg
Rock which towers above the town
Every May, on the
Saturday and Sunday following the May Bank Holiday on the
first Monday in May, the town holds the Settle Sheep Shambles,
a two day gala event based on sheep.
Shops, pubs and cafes
in the town, close to the station on the famous scenic Settle-Carlisle
railway route. At the centre of the town is the Shambles,
a 3-storey building with shops on two levels and houses above,
and the Town Hall.
Neighbouring Gigglewick,
across the River Ribble, houses the famous public school with
its copper dome, where Russell Harty was a teacher , now he
lies buried in the churchyard. Gigglewck is also famous for
its limestone cliffs at Giggleswick Scar.
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What
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Settle Tourist Attractions
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- Carlisle Railway, one
of Britain's most spectacular railway lines, crossing the Dales
and fells, across a 24 span viaduct at Ribblehead, and onto
the the Eden Valley then Carlisle. The line itself is as interesting
as the views. They do sometimes have steam trains on the lines,
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Folly & Museum of North Craven Life, the Folly, built
in 1679, is a listed Grade 1 building recently restored, and
houses displays showing the history of North Craven, and the
folly. Open: Jul- Sep, Tue, Sat & Sun 10:00-16:30 Tel: 01729
822361 more information at www.ncbpt.org.uk/folly/ |
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Mark of the Dales, Watershed Mill, Settle, BD24 9LR,
crafts centre next to the Watershed Mill Visitor Centre, cafe,
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Falconry
& Conservation Centre, Yorks Dale Crow Nest, near Giggleswick,
LA2 8AS, on the A65, eagles, hawks, and other birds of prey
with flying displays, shop, cafe, Open: 10:00-17:30pm daily,
telephone to confirm winter times Tel: 01729 825164  |
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Where
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Skipton Road Settle BD24 9BD
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A grade 2 listed building & former rectory the hotel has been tastefully furnished to create a warm, friendly environment.Log fires in the public bar, stunning views from the cocktail bar & restaurant,offering exceptionally high standards..
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Austwick Near Settle LA2 8BY
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Surrounded by breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Austwick Traddock is a family run hotel that provides quality en-suite accommodation, elegant contemporary cuisine, a romantic setting and a warm welcome by the friendly..
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Clapham Near Settle LA2 8HH
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The New Inn is set in the magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park with its dramatic peaks, delightful dales, rivers, waterfalls and caves and situated in the centre of the charming village of Clapham.
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Duke Street Settle BD24 9DU
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Set in the centre of Settle, the Golden Lion dates back from the 17th-century and offers a bar, a restaurant, free Wi-Fi and free parking.
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Belle Hill Giggleswick Settle BD24 0BA
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18th Century Country Inn on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Great value food, Beer garden, Snooker Room, secure storage for bicycles. Great area for walking and touring the Dales.
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Melling Dub Tosside near Settle BD23 4SD Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Set in one acre of tranquil safely enclosed private grounds and surrounded by beautiful countryside on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales this individual lodge offers a stylish haven for a wonderfully relaxing country holiday. This is a superb walking area a...
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Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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3 Geldard Cottages Wigglesworth near Settle BD23 4RP Tel: 0844 847 1200
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Commanding stunning views across open countryside to the Three Peaks this charming and very comfortable cottage is the perfect place to relax after a wonderful day out exploring the area. Set on the edge of the Dales National Park close to the Lake Distri...
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Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 0844 847 1200
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Settle BD23 4QT Tel: 01244 357717
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Set amidst its own grounds, Bookilber Barn is furnished to a very high standard, seamlessly blending modern and period décor....
Sleeps up to 12 in 6 bedrooms
. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 890.00-1990.00
Phone Bookings & Enquiries: 01244 357717
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Days Out in and around Settle
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Yorkshire Dales on the B6479 to visit
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Towns near Settle To Visit - straight line distance:
Ingleton Tourist Information (9.55 miles) Slaidburn Tourist Information (9.60 miles) Grassington Tourist Information (11.46 miles) Skipton Tourist Information (13.07 miles) |
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Area
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Centre
Town
Hall
Cheapside
Settle
BD24 9EJ
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