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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.
Explore Settle
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.…
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…
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,…
The Settle–Carlisle Railway
England’s Most Scenic Train Journey: The Settle–Carlisle Railway is more… England’s Most Scenic Train Journey: The Settle–Carlisle Railway is more than a train ride—it’s a journey through history and breathtaking…
Settle Visitor Information Centre
Get the most from your visit to the Southern Yorkshire Dales. Our friendly… Get the most from your visit to the Southern Yorkshire Dales. Our friendly and experienced team offers a wealth of first-hand local knowledge.
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.
Events in Settle
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Dust off your sunglasses, put on your dancing shoes and join Settle… Dust off your sunglasses, put on your dancing shoes and join Settle Amateur Operatic Society in their 2026 production "Summer Holiday" .The Musical…
Our much-loved end-of-season celebration returns for its 24th year — a… Our much-loved end-of-season celebration returns for its 24th year — a Knight Stainforth Hall tradition since 2002, and one of the biggest nights in…
Create your own Christmas wreath with a demonstration from a professional… Create your own Christmas wreath with a demonstration from a professional florist.Enjoy mince pies and a hot drink as you get creative. Materials are…
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,…
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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…
