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'Useful links
to places of interest and activities for all the
family, all year round in and around Reeth, the
Two Dales area, the Yorkshire Dales
National Park and surrounding area.'
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Not only have we some of the best
walking, but if you enjoy the
outdoors then there are plenty of
other activities to keep you
occupied. We have some of the best
horse riding, mountain biking and
cycling terrain in the country. No
wonder that so many long distance
routes pass through the area. |
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Looking
for a day out with the kids - turn
off the TV, lock up the games
console and have a great time with
the children. Whatever the weather
and whatever their age, just click
on the link to discover loads of
fantastic family friendly
attractions just round the corner
and all over the Dales. |
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This is your one-stop shop for
planning your next great Yorkshire
day out. Just click on the
attraction below to access all the
information you need, including 360
tours, details, pictures, locations
and contact information. |
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To increase your enjoyment of the
Yorkshire Dales and to help you
understand more about the unique
cultural landscape of the area
created through the interactions of
people and nature over thousands of
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Aysgarth
Falls
Yorkshire
Dales
National
Park,
North
Yorkshire.
7 miles
south of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Waterfalls
West
Burton
Falls
West
Burton,
North
Yorkshire.
8 miles
south of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Waterfalls
Wensleydale
Creamery
Hawes,
North
Yorkshire.
9 miles
southwest
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Factory
Tours
Activities:
Dining
The
Bowes
Museum
Barnard
Castle,
Durham.
10 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Museums;
History
Museums
Northside
Falconry
Barnard
Castle,
Durham.
11 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Nature/
Wildlife
Areas
The
Forbidden
Corner
Middleham,
Leyburn.
11 miles
southeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Amusement/
Theme
Parks
Barnard
Castle
Barnard
Castle,
Durham.
12 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Castles
Farfield
Mill
Sedbergh,
Cumbria.
13 miles
west of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Historic
Sites
Jervaulx
Abbey
Jervaulx,
North
Yorkshire.
15 miles
southeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Religious
Sites
High
Force
Waterfall
Middleton
in
Teesdale,
Durham.
16 miles
north of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Waterfalls
Settle -
Carlisle
Railway
Settle,
Yorkshire
Dales
National
Park.
17 miles
southwest
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Scenic
Railroads
How
Stean
Gorge
Lofthouse,
North
Yorkshire.
18 miles
southeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Nature/
Wildlife
Areas;
Sports
Complexes
The
Bridge
Gallery
Bedale,
North
Yorkshire.
19 miles
east of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Art
Galleries
White
Scar
Cave
Yorkshire
Dales
National
Park,
North
Yorkshire.
20 miles
southwest
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Caverns/
Caves
Wensleydale
Railway
Leeming
Bar,
North
Yorkshire.
20 miles
east of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Scenic
Railroads
Theakston
Brewery
Masham,
North
Yorkshire.
20 miles
southeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Breweries
Weardale
Railway
Bishop
Auckland,
Durham.
22 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Scenic
Railroads
Ingleborough
Settle,
Yorkshire
Dales
National
Park.
24 miles
southwest
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Hiking
Trails
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Brewery
Arts
Centre
Kendal,
Lake
District.
29 miles
west of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Theatres
Lakes
Odyssey
Kendal,
Lake
District.
29 miles
west of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Tours
World of
James
Herriot
Thirsk,
North
Yorkshire.
30 miles
east of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Speciality
Museums
Zillah
Bell
Gallery
Thirsk,
North
Yorkshire.
30 miles
east of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Art
Galleries
The Ritz
Cinema
Thirsk,
North
Yorkshire.
30 miles
east of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Cinemas
Sizergh
Castle
Kendal,
Lake
District.
31 miles
west of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Castles
Levens
Hall
Kendal,
Lake
District.
31 miles
west of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Architectural
Buildings
Hawkshead
Brewery
Staveley,
Cumbria.
31 miles
west of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Breweries
Oriental
Museum
Durham,
Durham.
32 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
History
Museums;
Art
Museums
Brambles
Food
Hall
Durham,
Durham.
32 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Speciality
Shops
Durham
Castle
Durham,
Durham.
32 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Castles
Fairy
Steps
Beetham,
Cumbria.
32 miles
southwest
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Landmarks/
Points
of
Interest
Palace
Green
Durham,
Durham.
32 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Landmarks/
Points
of
Interest
Durham
Cathedral
Durham,
Durham.
32 miles
northeast
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Religious
Sites;
Historic
Sites
Kendal
Castle
Kendal,
Lake
District.
28
miles
west
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Castles
Kendal
Museum
Kendal,
Lake
District.
29
miles
west
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Historic
Walking
Areas;
Museums
Bolton
Abbey
Bolton
Abbey,
North
Yorkshire.
29
miles
south
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
Historic
Sites
Museum
of
Lakeland
Life
Kendal,
Lake
District.
29
miles
west
of
Swaledale
Attraction
type:
History
Museums;
Historic
Sites
Click
here
to
download
a
free
PDF
of
the
Swaledale
&
Wensleydale
Arts
&
Crafts
Trail
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Richmond
- A historic Yorkshire Dales market
town, with Norman castle, Georgian
architecture, cobbled market place,
monuments and abbeys, the fast
flowing river Swale, and
breathtaking scenery. Situated on
the edge of the Yorkshire Dales
National Park, Richmond is a town
that inspires painters and poets,
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Forbidden Corner
- The Forbidden Corner is a unique
labyrinth of tunnels, chambers,
follies and surprises created in a
four acre garden in the heart of the
Yorkshire Dales. The temple of the
underworld, the eye of the needle, a
huge pyramid made of translucent
glass, paths and passages that lead
nowhere, extraordinary statues - at
every turn there are decisions to
make and tricks to avoid. This is a
day out with a difference which will
challenge and delight adults and
children of all ages.
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Bolton Castle
- is a spectacular mediaeval
fortress, preserved in outstanding
condition and situated in the heart
of Wensleydale, inside the Yorkshire
Dales National Park. Completed in
1399, its scars bear testament to
over 600 years of history, including
being besieged during the Civil War
in 1645 and Mary, Queen of Scots’
imprisonment in 1569. The castle was
built by Sir Richard Le Scrope, Lord
Chancellor of England and 1st Lord
Scrope of Bolton. |
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Aysgarth Falls - Near the
village of Aysgarth the River Ure
tumbles over a series of broad
limestone steps which are known as
Aysgarth Falls. Although not
particularly high the waterfalls are
one of Wensleydale's most famous
beauty spots (having been featured
in the Kevin Costner film "Robin
Hood - Prince of Thieves"), with a
pleasant riverside walk linking the
Upper, Middle and Lower Falls.
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Hawes
- The thriving market town of Hawes
is home to
Wensleydale Cheese and the
Dales Countryside Museum.
There are several
craft workshops,
antique and other speciality shops,
hotels, pubs, restaurants and cafés
making a great excursion for all the
family. |
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The Bowes
Museum - is a hidden
treasure, a jewel in the heart of
beautiful Teesdale. The magnificent
building stands proud in the
historic market town of Barnard
Castle housing internationally
significant collections of fine and
decorative arts. Purpose built in
the 19th century by John and
Joséphine Bowes, the Museum has a
wonderful story to tell. |
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Barnard Castle
- is a historic thriving market
town, which developed in the
protective shadow of Bernard
Balliol's castle. Built on a fine
defensive site in 1125, the castle
is in the care of English Heritage
and is open to the public. In the
town centre, the octagonal Market
cross, or Butter Market, served a
number of purposes, dairy produce
was sold here and it was also the
town's lock up, Town Hall and Court
House. |
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Thorpe Farm
- is situated 9 miles
west of Scotch Corner on
the edge of the A66.
Centred around an 18th
Century Peel House, the
licensed site offers an
array of attractions for
the whole family to make
it a memorable fun
family day trip. With
walled Gardens,
trampolines & play area,
function room with a
seating capacity for
fifty people,
Heritage Wood with 6
walks ranging from 1-8
miles starting and
finishing at Thorpe
Farm.
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Local Dales
Towns and Villages |
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Askrigg
- village with
pub where James
Herriot's 'All
creatures great
and small' was
filmed.
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Aysgarth
- for Aysgarth
Falls, on the
Herriot Way
circular walk
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Bainbridge
- a village on
the A684 in the
north Dales
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Bedale
- Arboretum with
Bird of Prey and
Mammal Centre
nearby
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Bolton Abbey
- for Bolton
Priory and
gardens, walks,
picnics
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Buckden
- in the shadow
of Buckden Pike
and home of the
Buckden Fells
Race
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Catterick
- a charming
village that
plays host to
the military
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Grassington
- quaint cobbled
town centre,
interesting
shops, pubs, tea
rooms
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Hawes
- charming town
in
Wensleydale,
home to
Wensleydale
Cheeses, Wallace
and Gromit
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Kettlewell
- scarecrow
festival,
traditional
English fetes
and fairs, pubs
and tea shops
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Kirkby Stephen
- to view rare
Viking Loki
Stone depicting
a devil
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Malham
- for
limestone cliff
and pavement at
Malham Cove,
caves, peregrine
falcons
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Masham
- good walks,
lively market,
breweries to
visit, sheep
fair
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Richmond
- prosperous and
attractive
market town,
river, shops,
Coast to Coast
walk
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Ripon
- for cathedral,
Law and Order
Museums, Market
Square &
hornblower
tradition
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Skipton
- start and end
point for the
circular
Yorkshire Dales
Cycle Way,
Castle, canal
boat trips and
market
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Family fun and
Adventure in Reeth, Swaledale and Arkengarthdale.
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Our recommended places to visit when
in and
around Reeth with a Family. |
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Swaledale
Museum - Set in the
picturesque village of Reeth in the
heart of the Dales, this museum
based in the 1836 Methodist School
Room tells the story of Swaledale
and Arkengarthdale via its geology,
lead mining, local culture and
crafts. |
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Reeth Show
- The 2009 Reeth & District
Agricultural Show is set for
Wednesday, 26th August. This year's
main
attraction
is Ben Potter's
Eagle & Vulture Show
with a display in the main ring,
audience participation and a chance
to get 'up close and personal' with
a large bird of prey at his show
stand and even a chance to handle
them. Come and meet Oska the
European Eagle Owl or the new
American Bald Eagle as well as many
more for a spectacular flight
display. |
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Reeth village Playground - A
great place for children to burn off
the excess energy and have some fun.
Recently refurbished with safety
matting and clean, safe low level
climbing frame and swings. The
Playground is an excellent stopping
off place on your way down to the
Swing Bridge or maybe after the Ice
Cream Parlour! Children under 14
only please and NO DOGS. |
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The 'Swing Bridge' and River
Swale short walks - Just a short
walk out of the village will get you
to our famous 'swing' bridge over
the River Swale. Rebuilt in 2002
following a major flood in 2000
which took away the old bridge. Take
one of two lovely riverside walks
from the bridge. Take a left turn
towards Grinton or, right towards
Healaugh and the stepping-stones.
Both walks are approx 2 miles and
are ideal for all the family. See
our
Photograph
Gallery for pictures. |
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Reeth's gift shops,
cafes and galleries
- There's something for everyone in
one of Reeth's specialist craft
shops. Plenty of local crafts and
original artwork can be found in one
of the galleries in the village.
There's plenty of opportunity to
relax, eat and drink too in one of
Reeth's traditional cafes, tea rooms
and ice-cream parlours. Take a look
at our
Business
Directory for more
information. |
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Hazel Brow
Farm - a 200 acre,
family run, organic farm in the
heart of Swaledale. Famous for its
beautiful Herriot scenery and only 1
mile from the picturesque
'watersplash ' ford featured in the
BBC series 'All Creatures Great And
Small'. The diversified farm offers
a wide selection of activities for
all the family:
Visitor centre,
Cafe & shop,
Supervised
animal handling sessions,
Walks,
Farm produce,
Seasonal
demonstrations,
Souvenirs &
Gifts and
Children's
play area. |
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Arklemoor
Riding Centre - has a
variety of horses and ponies to suit
all levels of ability. Treks are
from one hour to all day over the
beautiful moorlands of
Arkengarthdale and Swaledale. Riding
holidays are also available. Open
all year. |
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Old Gang Mine - The ruins of
an extensive lead mining complex,
northwest of Healaugh between
Swaledale and Arkengarthdale provide
an excellent 'short walk and
explore' opportunity for all the
family. The track up to the mine is
suitable for all ages, off-road type
prams and bicycles. Plenty of
sheltered areas for picnics either
up by the mine or, by the
'Water-splash' ford made famous by
the opening credits from the TV
series All Creatures Great and
Small. |
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Muker Village - A classic
Yorkshire Dales picture postcard
village towards the top of
Swaledale. Muker is well worth the
short drive up the Dale from Reeth.
Pass through Gunnerside and the
stunning views of the traditional
field barns and pastures. Muker is
the quintessential English Country
village! |
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Tan Hill Inn
- Gt.Britain's highest Inn and well
worth a visit. Not just a pub in the
middle of nowhere, Tan Hill Inn is a
curiosity that will entertain all
the family. The surrounding
landscape is almost alien, the sheep
and other animals spend time INSIDE
the bar and the staff are prone to
bouts of insanity. It's something to
do with the altitude....1732ft above
sea level. |
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Buttertubs Pass - Described
many times as one of Gt.Britain's
most stunning and breathe-taking
mountain passes. Bridging the gap
between Swaledale and Wensleydale it
is not a drive or cycle for the
faint-hearted with hundreds of feet
of near vertical drops to the side
of the road. There are stopping
points along the route to appreciate
the stunning views and explore the
'tub' holes that give their name to
the pass. Continue over the pass and
you will drop down into the town of
Hawes. |
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Swaledale
Festival - Start your
summer at the Swaledale Festival,
your chance to hear fantastic live
music in our beautiful corner of the
world. The Festival has a
longstanding reputation for
programming a distinctive balance of
musical styles - you can hear
classical, choral, jazz, folk and
world music in intimate Dales
venues. The festival runs from the
end of May to the middle of June
every year. |
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