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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.
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,…
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.…
Settle Railway Station
Settle Railway Station is a beautiful and historic stop on the… Settle Railway Station is a beautiful and historic stop on the world-famous Settle–Carlisle line, one of the most scenic rail journeys on the British…
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.
Settle Area Swimming Pool
Settle Area Swimming Pool is on the West side of town with recently… Settle Area Swimming Pool is on the West side of town with recently refurbished new facilities including an indoor pool, fitness centre, gym and café
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.
Events in Settle
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Carlton Kirby, the voice of cycling, is maybe the last of the great… Carlton Kirby, the voice of cycling, is maybe the last of the great character commentators – cycling’s answer to cricket’s Henry Blofeld, F1’s Murray…
The Spooky Men’s Chorale is a magnificent, many-headed beast which has… The Spooky Men’s Chorale is a magnificent, many-headed beast which has single-handedly turned the world of men’s singing upside down. Bypassing well…
The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate… The Rod Stewart Songbook’s spectacular theatre production is the ultimate homage to Rod Stewart, featuring Pete McCall, Europe’s foremost tribute.…
by Joan Barnard - Celebrating 150 years of the Settle Carlisle RailwayTo… by Joan Barnard - Celebrating 150 years of the Settle Carlisle RailwayTo celebrate 150 years of passenger travel on their line, the Settle Carlisle…
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