Guidebook for Skipton, North Yorkshire
Getting Around
Bus Station
Frequent routes to surrounding villages, Leeds and Manchester
This is on the historic Settle to Carlisle route and has trains into Leeds every 30 minutes.
Skipton is probably the most handsome town along the Leeds and Liverpool canal. Our mooring is about one minutes walk away from the centre. As the gateway to the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, people travel the length and breadth of the country to visit this charming market town.
With its famous 900 year old castle, romantic ruined priory and historic cobbled High Street, Skipton is endlessly rich both in history and outstanding natural beauty.
Skipton Castle is a magnificent Norman castle with 17th century additions that dominates the High Street. The 6 massive round towers have survived since the 14th Century. Open daily 10-6pm. Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England and is well worth a visit at any season of the year.
Visitors can explore every corner of this impressive history-rich castle, which withstood a three-year siege during the Civil War. View the Banqueting Hall, the Kitchen, the Bedchamber and Privy. Climb from the depths of the Dungeon to the top storey of the Watch Tower.
The Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway is a heritage railway 1 mile north of Skipton, catch a bus from the town centre. A 4 mile round trip either steam or diesel powered.
The preserved railway was part of the former Midland Railway route from Skipton to Ilkley.
8 locals recommend
Skipton station
Broughton RoadThis is on the historic Settle to Carlisle route and has trains into Leeds every 30 minutes.
Skipton is probably the most handsome town along the Leeds and Liverpool canal. Our mooring is about one minutes walk away from the centre. As the gateway to the magnificent Yorkshire Dales, people travel the length and breadth of the country to visit this charming market town.
With its famous 900 year old castle, romantic ruined priory and historic cobbled High Street, Skipton is endlessly rich both in history and outstanding natural beauty.
Skipton Castle is a magnificent Norman castle with 17th century additions that dominates the High Street. The 6 massive round towers have survived since the 14th Century. Open daily 10-6pm. Over 900 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best preserved medieval castles in England and is well worth a visit at any season of the year.
Visitors can explore every corner of this impressive history-rich castle, which withstood a three-year siege during the Civil War. View the Banqueting Hall, the Kitchen, the Bedchamber and Privy. Climb from the depths of the Dungeon to the top storey of the Watch Tower.
The Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway is a heritage railway 1 mile north of Skipton, catch a bus from the town centre. A 4 mile round trip either steam or diesel powered.
The preserved railway was part of the former Midland Railway route from Skipton to Ilkley.
Entertainment & Activities
An old cinema, full of charm and retro style...and cheap tickets from £6 for adults.
14 locals recommend
Plaza Cinema
Sackville StreetAn old cinema, full of charm and retro style...and cheap tickets from £6 for adults.
Essentials
Morrisons
Broughton RoadTesco Superstore
Craven StreetM&S Skipton Simply Food
Thanets CourtShopping
A variety of shops for interiors, gifts, souvenirs and clothing, as well as cafes.
Craven Court Shopping Centre
High StreetA variety of shops for interiors, gifts, souvenirs and clothing, as well as cafes.
Arts & Culture
Home to the tourist information centre, concert hall, museum and occasional markets.
Skipton Town Hall
High StreetHome to the tourist information centre, concert hall, museum and occasional markets.
Skipton Library
High StreetA great source of local knowledge and events.
Parks & Nature
Skipton Woods is a wonderful retreat with walking trails, lakes, brooks, bat trails and sculptures.
6 locals recommend
Castle Woods
Skipton Woods is a wonderful retreat with walking trails, lakes, brooks, bat trails and sculptures.
Walking along the tow path leads to Bradley in the direction of Leeds and Gargrave in the direction of Liverpool from Skipton. Both are level walking routes through woodland and scenic views.
23 locals recommend
Leeds and Liverpool Canal
Walking along the tow path leads to Bradley in the direction of Leeds and Gargrave in the direction of Liverpool from Skipton. Both are level walking routes through woodland and scenic views.
Historic abbey ruins form the backdrop through a park of woodland, river and fields. Easily accessible by bus from Skipton.
185 locals recommend
Bolton Abbey
Historic abbey ruins form the backdrop through a park of woodland, river and fields. Easily accessible by bus from Skipton.
Skipton Woods
Sightseeing
The best preserved Norman castle in England, well worth the £8 adult entry fee to walk around it, admire the views and take a step back in time.
61 locals recommend
Skipton Castle
The best preserved Norman castle in England, well worth the £8 adult entry fee to walk around it, admire the views and take a step back in time.