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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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 Settle
- 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,
Tel: 01729 825111 |
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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,
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Where
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Skipton Road Settle BD24 9BD MAP
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 MAP
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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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Price based on cheapest room for 2 people per night available in next few days
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Clapham Near Settle LA2 8HH MAP
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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Austwick Near Settle LA2 8AZ MAP
Located just off the main A65 trunk road with easy access, this B&B offers a warm welcome and comfortable spacious rooms in a peaceful, rural setting.
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Church Street Long Preston near Settle BD23 4NJ MAP
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High Street Settle BD24 9EX MAP
Set in the midst of Settle, within walking distance of all the local facilities. Now renovated it is luxurious and comfortable. All rooms have flat screen TV’s and tea making facilities - dining room and snug are available throughout the day.
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Belle Hill Giggleswick Settle BD24 0BA MAP
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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Long Preston Settle BD23 4PH MAP
Traditional 17th Century Village Inn on the Maypole Green. Situated in the Yorkshire Dales and within a short distance from the Lake District and the Trough of Bowland. Our Restaurant has a good local reputation for serving homemade food..
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Brackenber Lane Giggleswick Settle BD24 0EA MAP
Traditional family run inn, open all year, with 8 inviting ensuite rooms, friendly atmosphere, real fire, good quality food. One mile from the ancient market town of Settle. Rooms are totally non smoking.
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Settle BD24 9NB
Low Fold Cottage is on a private cul-de-sac in the picturesque village of Langcliffe, near the market town of Settle. The comfortable, attractive accommodation extends over three floors. Twin and single rooms are located on the first ... Sleeps 5
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Around
The Settle Area
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Yorkshire Dales on the B6479 to visit
Hawes |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Ingleton (9.55 miles) Slaidburn (9.60 miles) Grassington (11.46 miles) Skipton (13.07 miles) Clitheroe (14.37 miles) Nelson (16.43 miles) Hawes (16.54 miles) Burnley (19.40 miles) Ribchester (20.49 miles) |
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Area
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Information
Centre
Town
Hall
Cheapside
Settle
BD24 9EJ
Tel: 01729 825192 |
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Our
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