With so much to do in the area, here are some of our favourite foodie, outdoors and leisure activities to tie in perfectly with a visit to The Fleece.
SKIPTON CASTLE
This 900-year-old castle is one of the most well preserved medieval castles in England. You can view the banqueting hall kitchen, bedchamber and privy inside the castle.
HESKETH FARM PARK
This family favourite farm park set in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, ensures a fun family afternoon out. It is located just 1 mile from Bolton Abbey and 5 miles from the market town Skipton. The farm itself covers 10 acres and overlooks the Yorkshire hills. It is a working farm with over 1,000 livestock such as pigs, sheep and cattle. Children can pet the animals, get lost in the straw maze or play in the indoor sandpit.
BETTY’S
Bettys traditional Afternoon Tea is famous the world-over. Lovingly refined since they first served it in the 1920s, it’s the afternoon tea that set the standard. The best news is that you can experience it any day, at any time. It’s always Afternoon Tea time.
BOLTON ABBEY
This abbey sits in the heart of 30,000 acres of spectacular Yorkshire countryside, with over 80 miles of footpaths for you explore. There are regularly different programmes and activities for children such as fishing on the River Wharfe. You can also explore the ruins of the Priory and learn the history of the abbey. This gorgeous abbey inspired artists such as Ruskin, Royle and turner, as well poet Wordsworth.
SKIPTON MARKET
Voted the UK’s Best Outdoor Market in 2017, foodies visiting the region will not want to miss out on what this market has to offer. Its history dates back to medieval times, when King John gave a Royal Charter for a market to be held on the High Street. This royal consent is still in effect today and has transformed over time. The Market operates Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday generally from 9:30 am until 4:30 pm. You can find locally produced fruit, cheese, sweets, as well as meats and takeaway food.
3 Peaks Cycles
Is the award-winning way to enjoy the Dales, and can be found at Settle in North Yorkshire. Off the rails specialise in bike and rail rides on the famous Settle to Carlisle route, you simply hire a bike, hop on the train and cycle back through some of the most breathtaking areas in the Yorkshire Dales, to find out more information on Off The Rails visit
ILKLEY CINEMA
If you would like a unique cinema experience, you can’t get better than visiting Ilkley Cinema. Although small, it’s perfectly formed and has the latest in Sound and Visual technology to rival the best multiplex. The staff are warm and friendly, you can order food to be delivered to you whilst you watch the film and the sweets they sell come in rustle proof bags!
ILKLEY POOL & LIDO
There is an indoor and outdoor pool so you can swim regardless of the time of year you visit. Additionally, there is a tennis court, putting green, bowling alley and picnic area, ensuring that you will have a fun day out for the entire family.