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Discover Skipton and explore the incredible charm of this historic Dales market town. Where tradition and hospitality come together all year round to welcome visitors and share a story of trade, history, culture, and the Yorkshire Dales.
The famous market runs four days a week and adds a whole new level of amazing shopping opportunities to the beautiful cobbled streets. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, traders set up their stalls along either side of the spacious High Street with a range of produce, clothing, crafts, and homewares. Be sure to explore the many ginnels and side streets to see all that the town has to offer.
Enjoying pride of place at the top of the High Street is the iconic Castle. Over 900 years old, this castle has withstood attack by the Scots, a three-year siege during the English Civil War and centuries of political turmoil to remain one of the best-preserved medieval castles in the country.
Skipton Town Hall built in 1862 in home to the Craven Museum, housing 60,000 objects telling the history of this fascinating part of the Yorkshire Dales. This is complemented by an exhibition gallery, performance space and visitor centre. Make this your first stop when you arrive in the town.
Skipton Castle Woods Walk is a popular and accessible walk through tranquil woods just outside the heart of the town. You can also take a stroll along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal with pretty views and tranquil waters offering an escape from the town’s hustle and bustle.
If you prefer, enjoy a boat ride, and see the town from a more leisurely angle. The incredible surrounding countryside makes the town a gateway to the dales and a perfect base for exploring the southern part of the Yorkshire Dales.
Whatever you do, Skipton will delight visitors of all ages and interests.
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What's in Skipton
Skipton Town Hall
A modern multi-arts cultural hub - home to Craven Museum, Gallery, Concert… A modern multi-arts cultural hub - home to Craven Museum, Gallery, Concert hall, Visitor centre, Gift shop, Education & Community Spaces.
The Devonshire Arms Hotel
Set at the gateway to the 30,000-acre Bolton Abbey Estate, The Devonshire… Set at the gateway to the 30,000-acre Bolton Abbey Estate, The Devonshire Arms Hotel offers spaces to gather, comfortable bedrooms, a spa, locally…
Skipton Boat Trips
Discover the magic of Skipton Boat Trips! Our one-hour canal journey,… Discover the magic of Skipton Boat Trips! Our one-hour canal journey, guided by the recorded hilarious and award-winning comedian Dave Spikey from…
Moorside Farm Holiday Cottage
A luxurious farmhouse holiday cottage, set two miles from Grassington,… A luxurious farmhouse holiday cottage, set two miles from Grassington, sleeping up to 8 people (4 bedrooms) plus 2 family dogs. A family and friends…
Skipton Little Theatre
Skipton Little Theatre is a ‘not for profit’ group and the home of Skipton… Skipton Little Theatre is a ‘not for profit’ group and the home of Skipton Players. We are ‘not for profit’ and completely reliant upon volunteers…
Elsworth at the Mill
Elsworth at the Mill is a unique venue filled with heritage, character and… Elsworth at the Mill is a unique venue filled with heritage, character and charm. We offer fine-dining events and distinctive dining experiences as…
Grassington Campsite
A fantastic stop on your journey through the Yorkshire Dales. Hot showers… A fantastic stop on your journey through the Yorkshire Dales. Hot showers await your arrival.
Newton Grange Holiday Cottages
Six immaculately presented self-catering cottages in a peaceful rural… Six immaculately presented self-catering cottages in a peaceful rural idyll near Skipton. With canal walks, cycling routes and the Yorkshire Dales…
Experiences in Skipton
Dales Way Guided Walking Holiday
Walk the Dales Way from Ilkley to Windermere with an expert guide. We book… Walk the Dales Way from Ilkley to Windermere with an expert guide. We book your local B&Bs and inns, move your luggage and walk with you each day…
Malham: Geology, History and Folklore
Vanishing rivers, a fairy waterfall and a Harry Potter filming location. A… Vanishing rivers, a fairy waterfall and a Harry Potter filming location. A guided walk to Malham Cove, Gordale Scar, Janet's Foss and Malham Tarn,…
Wild Food Foraging Course
A two hour beginners' foraging course in Yorkshire woodland. Learn to read… A two hour beginners' foraging course in Yorkshire woodland. Learn to read the woods, identify common mushrooms where they grow and tell edible…
Historic Skipton Walking Tour
A one hour guided walk through nine centuries of Skipton, led by a… A one hour guided walk through nine centuries of Skipton, led by a professional archaeologist. The medieval High Street, the castle, Holy Trinity…
Events in Skipton
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Turning into an annual Sound Bar event to commemorate Remembrance Sunday Turning into an annual Sound Bar event to commemorate Remembrance Sunday
Join Skipton local, Sarah Smout, for a first glimpse of her new show If… Join Skipton local, Sarah Smout, for a first glimpse of her new show If Glaciers Were Gods and the launch of her live EP.Inspired by her recent…
The Thai Table brings you the authentic flavours of Thailand’s… The Thai Table brings you the authentic flavours of Thailand’s cuisine.Indulge in a carefully curated selection of Thai dishes from award winning…
Formed by James Finnigan (formerly of Hue and Cry and Stiltskin), we are a… Formed by James Finnigan (formerly of Hue and Cry and Stiltskin), we are a band of highly accomplished musicians who love nothing better than getting…
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