Bedale

Bedale is a small market town in the heart of North Yorkshire and is where Bedale Beck flows from the eastern edge of Wensleydale through the town on its journey to the River Swale.

The cobbled streets of the town are home to shops selling jewellery, antiques and gifts as well as two renowned butchers and there is a weekly market on Tuesday, a tradition dating back to the granting of a market charter to the town in 1251.

Unusual sights include the Leech House, a Georgian building where medicinal leeches were stored, and the 14th century market cross. There is also a small museum located at Bedale Hall telling the story of the town.

Bedale is only two miles from the A1, making it easily accessible from the north and south. There are bus connections from Northallerton where there is a mainline train station served by LNER trains from London and Edinburgh. The Wensleydale Railway heritage line stops at Bedale station offering you a different way to travel to Northallerton or Leyburn.

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Black Horse Inn, Kirkby Fleetham

Nestled in the charming village of Kirby Fleetham, The Black Horse offers…

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Black Horse Inn, Kirkby Fleetham

Nestled in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside between the Yorkshire…

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The Roost Retreat Holiday Let

Cosy, peaceful and romantic holiday annexe, formerly an agricultural shed…

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Peach Plot Shop & Studio

Visit the unique shop and studio of Bedale-based artist Claire Peach, and…

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Teal Heart Gallery

A vibrant art and craft gallery nestled in the high street in Bedale,…

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Bedale Leisure and Wellbeing Hub

Swim, gym and exercise at our state of the art hub in Bedale.

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Bedale Golf Club

In the heart of North Yorkshire, Bedale provides the Golfing Gateway to…

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Plewsy

Yorkshire-based award winning creative business selling own brand…

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This Tree Belongs to Me

17 Aug 26

Story Craft Theatre at Kiplin Hall & Gardens

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Mediterranean-Inspired Tea Train - Leeming Bar…

23 Aug 26

Join us for a Mediterranean-inspired afternoon tea this Summer! Enjoy a…

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This Tree Belongs to Me

24 Aug 26

Story Craft Theatre at Kiplin Hall & Gardens

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Off and On - Wensleydale Railway

24 Aug 26

All aboard for a side-splitting farcical ride!It's the 1980s. The sleeper…

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