We have provided numerous links to some of the many attractions within the area, along with places to eat to help you plan your trip and if you want any further advise please do not hesitate to contact us.
Attractions:
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Gayle Mill: Recently renovated for 2008 this is now an interesting insite to a working mill. http://www.friendsofgaylemill.org.uk/
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Bolton Castle: as seen on "THE DALES" this is of great historical interest as Mary Queen of Scots was imprisoned there. The Castle is open to the public with lots to do and see and is fantastic for the kids. http://www.boltoncastle.co.uk/
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Forbidden Corner: Great fun for ALL the family: http://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk/
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Thorpe Perrow, Bedale: Such a wonderful place to go and spend the day at any time of the year, the tearoom is excellent, but it is a great place to take a picnic and it is ideal for pushchairs. We are able to offer a discount card if you come and stay with us, please mention it if you are going. http://www.thorpperrow.com/
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Wenslyedale Creamery: Where they produce the world famous Wensleydale Cheese, and it has just been refurbished with a fantastic cheese tasting room, great museum and a restaurant and cafe area. http://www.wensleydale.co.uk/
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Black Sheep Brewery: http://www.blacksheepbrewery.com/
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Theakstons Brewery: http://www.theakstons.co.uk/
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Jervaulx Abbey: http://www.jervaulxabbey.co.uk/
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Hawes Ropemakers: http://www.ropemakers.com/
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Wensleydale Railway: http://www.wensleydalerailway.com/
Events:
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Wensleydale Show: http://www.wensleydaleshow.org.uk/
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Dales festival of food: http://www.dalesfestivaloffood.org/
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Muker Show: http://www.mukerband.co.uk/muker/index.htm
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Autumn Festival: http://www.autumnfeast.co.uk/
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Great Yorkshire Show: http://www.greatyorkshireshow.com/
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Swaledale Festival: http://www.swaledale-festival.org.uk/
Shopping and Market days:
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Hawes Market Day – Tuesday
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Leyburn Market Day – Friday
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Richmond Market Day – Saturday
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Kendal
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The little Chocolate shop – www.TheLittleChocolateShop.co.uk
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Farfield Mill: http://www.farfieldmill.org/
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The Mulberry Bush - http://www.the-mulberrybush.co.uk/
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The Gingertree - http://www.stonehousehotel.co.uk/health-beauty/index.html
Eating and Drinking
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Chaste: http://chastehawes.co.uk/
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Yorebridge House: http://yorebridgehouse.co.uk/
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Fish and Chip Van – Wednesday night (they are fantastic and are a must on a Wednesday eaten in the fresh air on the steps of Askrigg cross, but if the weather is really bad we are happy for you to use our dining room. Highly recommended!!!!!
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Wensleydale Heifer: http://www.wensleydaleheifer.co.uk/
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Moor Cock Inn: http://www.moorcockinn.com/
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George and Dragon (Aysgarth): http://www.georgeanddragonaysgarth.co.uk/
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Old Hill Inn: http://www.oldhillinn.co.uk/
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CB Inn: http://www.cbinn.co.uk/
Amazing places to visit:
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Hardraw Force: this is the highest single drop waterfall in the country and where Kevin Costner Showered in the film Robin Hood Prince of thieves. The force is only 4 miles away and is worth a visit in all seasons!!!
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Semmerwater: is the third largest natural lake in Yorkshire. The drive there is very picturesque and you can park by the waterside, to take a stroll or walk around the lake, why not go and visit Raydale preserves while you are over this way, there are some great walks from the tea room.
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Aysgarth Falls: a great favourite to all visitors. The Falls descend in a series of broad steps along half a mile of the river flanked for most of the way by overhanging woods.
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West Burton Force, Howgills, Buttertubs pass, Mill Gill, Muker, Gunnerside.
