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Settle is a bustling, traditional market town in the Yorkshire Dales, surrounded by fabulous landscapes, rich heritage and unspoilt villages. Sitting just below the Castleburg Crag, it’s a fantastic place to stay for those wanting to explore the dramatic hillscapes of the Yorkshire Dales.
A friendly market town
A weekly market takes place every Tuesday with a broad mix of stalls and traders. Here you’ll find baked goods, fresh produce, fish, preserves, crafts, home goods and much more.
The streets of the market town are home to a thriving range of independent shops offer a choice of country wear and fashions, gifts and a host of delicious treats to enjoy or take home.
On your visit you will also find a range of delicious places to eat and drink. There are cosy cafes, bustling tea rooms, welcoming pubs and award-winning restaurants offering the perfect follow-up to a day exploring the fells.
A town of tradition
Settle and its surrounding area have an incredible heritage, visible in the attractive 17th and 18th-century streets and ginnels. You can discover more about the history of the area in local museums, enjoy a programme of lively and unique festivals and events that take place throughout the year.
Throughout the town you will see the echoes of the town’s agricultural and industrial heritage, and the famous Settle to Carlisle railway. This railway line is not a Heritage line but a part of the national network. It is famed both for the incredible landscape it traverses and the feats of engineering that were required for it to do so, such as the nearby Ribblehead Viaduct.
The perfect spot to base yourself to explore the west of the Yorkshire Dales; nearby you’ll find iconic landmarks such as the Three Peaks, as well as a host of dramatic caves and beautiful waterfalls.
Whether you’re looking for adventure, gentle walks or some local shopping, Settle is the place for you.
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What's in Settle
Ingleborough Cave
An awe-inspiring voyage of discovery exploring passages which delve deep… An awe-inspiring voyage of discovery exploring passages which delve deep beneath Ingleborough mountain.
Ashes Farm
Ashes Farm offers peaceful B&B rooms, a self-catering cottage and lodges… Ashes Farm offers peaceful B&B rooms, a self-catering cottage and lodges in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, just 1 mile from Ribblehead Viaduct.…
Yorkshire Stays
Stunning self-catering holiday homes in the heart of Yorkshire, in… Stunning self-catering holiday homes in the heart of Yorkshire, in Harrogate & Yorkshire Dales. Whether you’re looking for a vibrant town experience…
Settle Victoria Hall
We are a working Victorian Music Hall (the world’s oldest!) in the western… We are a working Victorian Music Hall (the world’s oldest!) in the western Dales. Enjoy live music, theatre, cinema and entertainment in a friendly,…
Wholesome Bee
Wholesome Bee has been trading now for 16 years. 15 years on Duke Street… Wholesome Bee has been trading now for 16 years. 15 years on Duke Street in Settle and starting out as a market stall and then in the Shambles in…
King William the Fourth Guest House
Traditional style Guesthouse and B&B Accommodation, a great alternative to… Traditional style Guesthouse and B&B Accommodation, a great alternative to a Hotel. We are located in Settle on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and…
Bar13
We are a microbar in the heart of Settle. Serving hand-pulled ales, wines… We are a microbar in the heart of Settle. Serving hand-pulled ales, wines and spirits. Find local brands, national favourites and things we think are…
The Courtyard Dairy
“Inspirational cheesemongers at the forefront of British cheese” Hugh… “Inspirational cheesemongers at the forefront of British cheese” Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall. Cheesemakers, maturers and an award-winning cheese…
Events in Settle
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Torridon are an award winning Scottish trad-folk band from the Highlands.… Torridon are an award winning Scottish trad-folk band from the Highlands. Their live show has seen them become a favourite on the festival circuit.
Ashley Campbell, daughter of country legend Glen Campbell began her career… Ashley Campbell, daughter of country legend Glen Campbell began her career playing banjo and keyboard in her father’s band on several world tours and…
Step into a night where Gaelic song meets deep dub rhythms. An Dannsa Dub,… Step into a night where Gaelic song meets deep dub rhythms. An Dannsa Dub, formed in 2020, has been making waves across the UK festival scene and…
A celebrated virtuoso of the flamenco guitar who has been voted into the… A celebrated virtuoso of the flamenco guitar who has been voted into the top three guitarists in the world by US magazine 'Guitar Player', Juan…
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Itineraries in Settle
Discover Scenic Settle
4 days
Discover Settle and the stunning countryside that surrounds it with our… Discover Settle and the stunning countryside that surrounds it with our four day itinerary. Marvel at grand Victorian engineering, enjoy walks…
