Places to Visit
|
Wensleydale is home to many attractions and places to visit. It is an excellent location for walkers with many beautiful walks starting from Aysgarth. From Cornlee, you can take the scenic footpath to the famous waterfalls (approx half a mile) or undertake the more challenging Herriot Way, a 4-day, 52 mile circular walk popular with our guests. |
||
Aysgarth Falls |
||
|
The three
waterfalls (Upper, Middle and
Lower) of Aysgarth Falls make a dramatic spectacle
after heavy rain as the River Ure tumbles furiously over the
limestone shelves. Located
approximately half a mile from Cornlee, they may be accessed on
foot either by a surfaced footpath or a pleasant walk across
open fields. For those who prefer to drive to Aysgarth
Falls, vehicle parking is available at the
National Park Centre. |
    |
|
Leyburn |
||
|
A thriving
market town (Market Day - Friday) with
a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants.
Leyburn station on the
Wensleydale Railway, was reopened in 2003 and runs passenger
services and special events throughout the year.
Leyburn Shawl offers breathtaking views.
Tennants
Auction Centre is a popular visitor attraction holding
specialist and weekly antique sales. |
||
Hawes |
|
|
|
Known as the
capital of Upper Wensleydale, this market town
also has a good range of facilities
and places of interest including
Wensleydale Creamery and
W R
Outhwaite & Son Ropemakers. |
||
Hardraw Force |
||
|
At 96 feet (29m), Hardraw Force has the
highest single drop of any waterfall in England. Located
in the hamlet of Hardraw, visitors must pass through the Green
Dragon pub and pay a small entrance fee to reach the waterfall. |
|
|
Bolton Castle |
|
|
|
Built in the 14th century, the
Bolton Castle was
initially built as an impressive home. Mary Queen of Scots
was imprisoned here in 1568 and visitors can see the bedchamber
in which she is thought to have stayed. Climb to the top
for splendid views. |
||
Middleham |
|
|
|
Middleham’s
most prominent feature is its castle. Built in 1170, it was
once the home of a young Richard III. Many
training stables are spread around the
village (the number
of stabled horses equal approximately half of the
population!) and the racehorses can be regularly seen
exercising. |
||
Askrigg |
||
|
Once an
important market centre, Askrigg’s more recent claim to fame is
as "Darrowby" in the television series “All Creatures Great
and Small”. Regular craft fares and exhibitions are held in the
village hall. |
|
|
West Burton |
|
|
| West Burton has a delightful waterfall, Burton Force (also known as Cauldron Force), and is just a short stroll from the village centre. Its village green is one of the largest in the country. |
|
|