Visit Settle

Visit Settle The Area straddles the border between North Yorkshire and Lancashire and is just a short distance from Cumbria and the Lake District.

The Settle Area is 185 square miles of wonderful countryside, spectacular landscape and fascinating heritage that lies on the south-western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The Settle Area is 185 square miles of wonderful countryside, spectacular landscape and fascinating heritage that lies on the south-western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the north-eastern edge of the F

orest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The ancient market town of Settle is the 'capital' of the area and home to many places to shop, eat, stay and be entertained. The town is surrounded by characterful villages, each with its own distinctive personality and charm. Ribblesdale is the largest dale in the area. The smaller dales are Malhamdale, Chapel-le-Dale, Crummackdale, Clapdale and Silverdale. Lying within the area are the magnificent Three Peaks of Yorkshire (Whernside, Ingleborough & Pen-y-Ghent) and the spectacular landscape of Malham Cove, Goredale Scar and Malham Tarn. Stainforth Foss, Catrigg Foss, Scaleber Foss and Janet's Foss are the grandest and most accessible of the picturesque waterfalls waiting to be discovered, although there is a myriad of smaller falls and cascades dotted throughout a landscape in which the sound of bubbling water is an ever-present companion. There is a unique blend of ten ingredients that make the Settle Area an extraordinary destination:

1. Spectacular Limestone Landscape - "300 million years in the making!"
2. Fascinating Heritage - "12,000 years of human activity"
3. Wonderful Nature & Countryside - "savour the sights, sounds and smells of
nature"
4. Haven of Tranquility - "perfect for recharging your batteries"
5. Exciting Adventures - "for both the daring and the not-so daring"
6. Interesting Experiences - "try something different - learn a new skill"
7. Delightful Places to Stay - "something to suit everyone"
8. Delicious Places to Eat - "for all tastes and budgets"
9. Friendly Independent Shops - "proudly-owned by local people"
10. Events & Festivals - "full programme throughout the year"

Please support Settle's only grade1 listed building.
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Please support Settle's only grade1 listed building.

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Malham Tarn as viewed from the Pennine Bridle Way on the 'Settle Loop'.

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Why split the family across three different hotels when you can all be under one roof? 🏡 From the toddlers to the grandparents (and yes, even Auntie Shirley!), The Old Sheep House has space for all 15 of you. With 8 bedrooms, nobody has to fight over the top bunk!

Check out your home-away-from-home: https://oldsheephouse.co.uk

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Our guest beer this week is Bowland Best 🐄 from Bowland Brewery.

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Early evening at Settle station.The station looked fantastic last night and was very busy. Thanks to the volunteers who ...
31/05/2026

Early evening at Settle station.
The station looked fantastic last night and was very busy.
Thanks to the volunteers who tend to beautiful plants, you are doing a great job.

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We are open today!
Create a classic easy to style look with polka dots and spots. Icy blue and navy Palazzo trousers look classy and sophisticated.
The blouse is cool casual with button back sleeves.
Trousers £18
Blouse £15
Tee shirt £12

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📍 Winskill Stones
📸 Steve Freeman

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