Lynda's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Thornton Rust
The Kennel Field above Thornton Rust is a very special site with a rich and delightful wild flowers including early purple orchids, wood anemones, primrose, cowslips, rare sedge, harebells, scabious, oxeye daisies and many more. Sit a while and spend some time enjoying the view from the bench at the top of the field. You’ll not be disappointed.
Thornton Rust
The Kennel Field above Thornton Rust is a very special site with a rich and delightful wild flowers including early purple orchids, wood anemones, primrose, cowslips, rare sedge, harebells, scabious, oxeye daisies and many more. Sit a while and spend some time enjoying the view from the bench at the top of the field. You’ll not be disappointed.
A visit to the famous Aysgarth Falls is a must. They have been sketched by Turner and featured in the film Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves starring Kevin Costner.
58 locals recommend
Aysgarth Falls
A visit to the famous Aysgarth Falls is a must. They have been sketched by Turner and featured in the film Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves starring Kevin Costner.
This is another beautiful waterfall that featured in the film Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves. It is the highest single drop waterfall in England. It is accessible via the Green Dragon Pub for a small charge.
24 locals recommend
Hardraw Force
Bellow HillThis is another beautiful waterfall that featured in the film Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves. It is the highest single drop waterfall in England. It is accessible via the Green Dragon Pub for a small charge.
Don’t miss this beautiful waterfall and its stunning plunge pool on your visit to West Burton.
6 locals recommend
West Burton
Don’t miss this beautiful waterfall and its stunning plunge pool on your visit to West Burton.
Mill Gill Force, Askrigg. This is a delightful waterfall, just a short walk from the centre of Askrigg
9 locals recommend
Askrigg
Mill Gill Force, Askrigg. This is a delightful waterfall, just a short walk from the centre of Askrigg
Cotter Force is a beautiful series of waterfalls just off the A684 west of Hawes. They are easily wheelchair accessible along a footpath leading from a lay-by on the right hand side of the road. Kingfishers are regularly spotted.
Cotter Force
A684Cotter Force is a beautiful series of waterfalls just off the A684 west of Hawes. They are easily wheelchair accessible along a footpath leading from a lay-by on the right hand side of the road. Kingfishers are regularly spotted.
Addleborough is a short walk from our cottage. The views over Wensleydale from the top are stunning.
Addlebrough
Addleborough is a short walk from our cottage. The views over Wensleydale from the top are stunning.
Pen-y-ghent
Ingleborough
Whernside
A beautifully preserved medieval castle, Castle Bolton has been the home of the Bolton family for over 600 years. Explore the maize and gardens, enjoy afternoon tea in the tea rooms after watching the falconry or archery displays. The Castle is open from the end of March until October. Please check the website for entry fees.
31 locals recommend
Bolton Castle
A beautifully preserved medieval castle, Castle Bolton has been the home of the Bolton family for over 600 years. Explore the maize and gardens, enjoy afternoon tea in the tea rooms after watching the falconry or archery displays. The Castle is open from the end of March until October. Please check the website for entry fees.
This Grade 1 listed castle was the childhood home of King Richard lll. Please check the English Heritage website for opening times and entry fees.
23 locals recommend
Middleham Castle
This Grade 1 listed castle was the childhood home of King Richard lll. Please check the English Heritage website for opening times and entry fees.
This ancient World Heritage site is owned and run by the National Trust.
185 locals recommend
Fountains Abbey
This ancient World Heritage site is owned and run by the National Trust.
Snaizeholme Red Squirrel Viewing Area is located to the west of Hawes in the Widdale Red Squirrel Reserve.
8 locals recommend
Snaizeholme
Snaizeholme Red Squirrel Viewing Area is located to the west of Hawes in the Widdale Red Squirrel Reserve.
One of two natural lakes in the Yorkshire Dales, Semerwater is an ideal place to enjoy a picnic.
11 locals recommend
Semerwater
One of two natural lakes in the Yorkshire Dales, Semerwater is an ideal place to enjoy a picnic.
Addlebrough
Ingleton Waterfalls Trail
Food scene
Wensleydale Creamery station
Wensleydale Ice Cream Parlour and Coffee Shop