Yorkshire Dales & Harrogate

The Yorkshire Dales & Harrogate offers stunning landscapes, rich history, and charming towns. Whether you’re hiking through the moors, exploring the elegant spa town of Harrogate, or visiting the famous RHS Harlow Carr Gardens, this region has something for every type of traveller.

The Yorkshire Dales, with its stunning landscapes, dramatic waterfalls, and charming villages, is a natural playground perfect for family adventures. ...
Winter walks in Yorkshire during Christmas and New Year offer stunning landscapes, festive charm, and a sense of tranquillity. Here are some suggestio...
Winter in West Yorkshire brings a magical transformation to the region, with festive events, atmospheric outdoor locations, and cosy indoor experience...
The main town in the area is Sedbergh and it is the largest town that lies within the Yorkshire Dales.  Technically, since the Government’s reorganisa...
The market town of Settle offers an ideal base for exploring the Southern Dales and the picturesque Forest of Bowland. The town attracts walkers, rock...
Known as the southern gateway to the Dales and situated on the Settle-Carlisle line, the vibrant town of Skipton has great links with the cities of We...
Many people associate the name of Wensleydale with the famous crumbly cheese produced in Hawes, where you can visit their factory and enjoy sampling t...
The picturesque town of Masham (pronounced Massem) is an ideal base for touring the Yorkshire Dales and wider Yorkshire area. It is 20 minutes’ drive ...
Situated just off the A1M, Bedale is ideally positioned to break your journey and to stock up on supplies if renting a cottage nearby with an excellen...

Main Attractions

The region is known for its picturesque countryside and cultural heritage. Must-visit attractions include Malham Cove, Aysgarth Falls, and the spa town of Harrogate, home to the Turkish Baths and beautiful parks.

Eat & Drink

The Yorkshire Dales & Harrogate offers fantastic dining options. Enjoy hearty local fare, fine dining experiences, or a cosy meal at a traditional country pub. Harrogate’s cafés and restaurants also offer an excellent range of international cuisines.

Shop Yorkshire Dales

Harrogate is a shopper’s paradise, from elegant boutiques to artisan markets. The Yorkshire Dales also offer charming village stores and markets, perfect for finding local goods and handmade crafts.

Places to Stay

With a mix of countryside inns, luxurious hotels, and charming B&Bs, Yorkshire Dales & Harrogate offers accommodation for every preference. Stay close to the scenic Dales or in the heart of Harrogate’s vibrant town center.

Events

Whether it’s the Harrogate Flower Show or outdoor festivals in the Dales, this region has a full events calendar year-round. From food festivals to cultural gatherings, you’ll always find something happening here.

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February 16, 2025 –October 19, 2025
Leeming Bar Station, Leases Road, Leeming Bar, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 9AR
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April 12, 2025 –October 11, 2025
Leeming Bar Station, Leases Road, Leeming Bar, Northallerton DL7 9AR
Ripon Theatre Festival
July 1, 2025 –July 6, 2025
Ripon City Centre
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July 5, 2025 –September 14, 2025
Stockeld Park, Wetherby Rd, Wetherby, LS22 4AN
Sir John Mallory Govenor of Skipton Castle 1646 a1-min
July 12, 2025 –July 13, 2025
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July 19, 2025 –July 20, 2025
Skipton Castle, Skipton BD23 1AW
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July 19, 2025 –August 31, 2025
Mother Shipton's Cave, Harrogate Road, High Bridge, Knaresborough, HG5 8DD
Summer tour
July 19, 2025 –July 19, 2025
Thorp Perrow, Bedale, DL8 2PR
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July 20, 2025 –July 20, 2025
Newby Hall, Ripon, North Yorkshire, HG4 5AE
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July 21, 2025 –July 31, 2025
Eden Camp Modern History Museum, Malton, YO17 6RT
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