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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.
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…
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,…
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…
Tramper Hire in the Yorkshire Dales
Explore the Yorkshire Dales with ease by hiring an all-terrain mobility… Explore the Yorkshire Dales with ease by hiring an all-terrain mobility scooter.
Settle & Giggleswick Golf Course
Offering history beyond the usual round this golf course brings wow‑worthy… Offering history beyond the usual round this golf course brings wow‑worthy views and more.
The Old Sheep House
Gather with friends and family and enjoy a little relaxation. Ideal for… Gather with friends and family and enjoy a little relaxation. Ideal for get-togethers, celebrations or just a girl’s weekend in the hot tubs.
Events in Settle
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Stroll around Settle during the summer months and be amazed, amused,… Stroll around Settle during the summer months and be amazed, amused, astounded & astonished by the quirky flowerpot displays decorating the town.
The Oxted Sessions is delighted to welcome legendary 70s folk-rock… The Oxted Sessions is delighted to welcome legendary 70s folk-rock pioneers Lindisfarne.With a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members,…
A sparse stage. A single performer. And Victorian London springs to… A sparse stage. A single performer. And Victorian London springs to life.Returning after last year's sold-out shows, this is ‘A Christmas Carol’ as…
Never failing to delight crowds with a glorious mix of fiddle and foot… Never failing to delight crowds with a glorious mix of fiddle and foot tapping, guitar, accordion, piano, bass, hurdy-gurdy and wonderful four-part…
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Festivals in Settle
