Visiting Pateley Bridge and Nidderdale
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Nestled in the heart of Nidderdale, a designated National Landscape, Pateley Bridge is a market town that blends history, charm, and breathtaking scenery. Its award-winning High Street is lined with independent shops, cosy cafés, and a pub, making it the perfect place to experience the Dales.
Where is Pateley Bridge
Pateley Bridge is in the centre of Nidderdale on the eastern edge of the Yorkshire Dales. The town is about 14 miles from Harrogate and 11 miles from Ripon. Masham is 13 miles to the north, and 10 miles southwest is Grassington in Wharfedale. Pateley Bridge is also the heart of the Nidderdale National Landscape. A legally protect area of outstanding natural beauty.
What to Expect
The town is compact and best explored on foot. Stroll along the High Street to discover the world’s oldest sweet shop, browse galleries, and sample local produce. For a deeper dive into local heritage, visit the Nidderdale Museum housed in a former workhouse. There is a large children’s play area and many walks of varying distances and challenge that can be started in the town.
Where can I get information?
Pateley Bridge has a Tourist Information Centre at Nidderdale Plus, staffed by friendly and knowledgeable local volunteers who maintain a stock of useful literature and a selection of gifts and souvenirs.
Getting to Pateley Bridge
By Bus: Pateley Bridge has a direct bus service from Harrogate in the Number 24 by Transdev. This picturesque route follows the valley floor and loosely traces the route of the old Nidd Valley Railway.
The route is operated by modern, comfortable electric buses which provide an enjoyable ride through the Nidderdale landscape. A handy app provides live updates and bus location information for added convenience.
By Rail: Harrogate station has direct services from Leeds, York and London King's Cross, and onward travel can be completed by the number 24 bus above.
By Car: Pateley is approximately 30 minutes from the A1M, which connects to the M1 and M62.
There are several car parks, a short stay car park close to the High Street and long stay car parks just a few minutes' walk away.
EV charging is available at Southlands Car Park by the river.
Car parks in Pateley Bridge & Nidderdale
Southlands Car Park, Pateley Bridge
The town centre car park in Pateley Bridge sits just behind the High… The town centre car park in Pateley Bridge sits just behind the High Street, and is most convenient for those of limited mobility for gaining access…
Nidd Walk Car Park
Pateley Bridge's second long stay car park lines a long picturesque tree… Pateley Bridge's second long stay car park lines a long picturesque tree lined avenue alongside the River Nidd. Ideal for walkers and cyclists the…
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