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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What's in Bedale

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Thorp Perrow Arboretum

Discover 100 acres of beautiful woodland and gardens in the heart of North…

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Black Horse Inn pub and Restaurant, Kirkby…

Nestled in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside between the Yorkshire…

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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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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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Wensleydale Railway

Wensleydale Railway is a volunteer-led heritage railway offering families…

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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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The North End Cafe

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Events in Bedale

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Crowe's Wood Halloween Trail

16 Oct - 4 Nov 26

Spook-tacular family fun exploring this haunted woodland at Kiplin Hall!

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Indian-Inspired Afternoon Tea Train - Leeming Bar…

18 Oct 26

Join us for an Indian-inspired afternoon tea this October! Enjoy a scenic…

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The Polar Express™ Train Ride - Wensleydale…

13 Nov - 20 Dec 26

If you’ve never experienced the magic of The Polar Express™ Train Ride,…

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Dubs in t'Dales - Thorp Perrow Arboretum

24 Sept 26

Join us for the end of year campout in Yorkshire. A weekend of fun with…

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Festivals in Bedale

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Dubs in t'Dales - Thorp Perrow Arboretum

24 Sept 26

Join us for the end of year campout in Yorkshire. A weekend of fun with…

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