Attractions

The museum is owned and run by the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is situated at the old Railway Station in Hawes just behind the famous Hawes Ropemakers. It hosts a variety of attractions including a stationary steam and carriage, shop, cafe and cycle hire shop. Continue reading “Dales Countryside Museum”

Built originally in Norman times to forge a stronghold on the area, Richmond Castle not only commands stunning views over the Yorkshire Dales, but is one of the greatest Norman fortresses still standing today.

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The Black Sheep brewery world famous for beers of calibre is located in Masham, North Yorkshire. Why not visits and see how your favourite brew is made, and perhaps even partake in a brewery tour, and maybe even take home some beers to enjoy later!

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Manufacturer and suppliers of traditional hand made ropes and modern braids. Open for most of the year, you can visits and see how ropes are made as well as browse an extensive range of products for sale.

The Buttertubbs Pass is an iconic road popular with cyclists and motorists alike. Amongst the many high roads in the Yorkshire Dales with spectacular views, Buttertubs pass is probably the best known of them all.

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With country lanes, quiet hamlets and beautiful scenery, why not embark on a cycling tour of the Yorkshire Dales? The famous Buttertubs pass which runs from Hawes to Thwaite takes in the breathtaking views over Wensleydale and Swaledale.

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The Yorkshire Dales is vast, and is host to some of the finest walking to be found in the country. If you are looking for just leisurely strolls, or strenuous walking, you can find it all here.

Please visit our walking page for a few ideas of where to visit.

There is also a range of maps and guide books in Quarry Cottage that you can use to plot your adventure!

Situated not far from Malham Cove, the impressive Gordale Scar is one of Yorkshire’s hidden treasures. An impressive natural gorge has been of interest to walkers, sight seers and climbers for years. Coupled with a circular walk from Malham including Malham Cove, this attraction makes for an interesting day out.

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