

Take the steam train from Embsay or park at the Abbey for a stroll and picnic by the river. Don't miss the Gorge and Lovers Leap. Cross the river using the Stepping Stones.
Visit the Abbey website
To 17th March 17 2019 - 09:00 to 18:00 (last admission 16:00)
18th March to 31st May - 09:00 to 19:00 (last admission 17:30)
1st June to 31st August - 09:00 to 21:00 (last admission 18:00)
1st Sep to 18th Oct - 09:00 to 19:00 (last admission 17:30)
19th Oct to 16th March 2020 - 09:00 to 18:00 (last admission 16:00)
Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6EX
OS Map: 104
OS Grid Ref: SE074541
Lat/Lng: 53.983739, -1.888355
Email: [email protected]
The Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway (E&BASR) is a heritage railway in North Yorkshire.
If you're visiting the area to climb, don't miss the famous Cow and Calf rocks at Ilkley.
Rebuilt during the Civil War, the house has a dramatic history and numerous ghosts. Beautiful embroideries and colourful gardens. Visit the National Trust website
The former home of a textile magnate, some rooms furnished in Victorian splendour, with displays of birds, animals and fossils. Visit the Museum website
Admire the carriages that are often used by film companies who to recreate a bygone era. The Vintage Carriages trust runs the Museum of Rail Travel in Ingrow. Visit the website
Superb scenery and cycling routes… but not for the faint hearted!
Get out and about on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape.
There is a range of local walks suitable for all ages and abilities. The Railway Children Walk visits locations in the iconic film and is ideal for families.
Enjoy a walk through the country park and spot the local birds, or explore the historical village of Broxbourne and Waltham Abbey just a few miles away. Cycling H
The trout farm and shop down at Kilnsey Park Estate makes for a really good day out for any aspiring fisherman. See the Kilnsey Fishing website
For climbers we have one of Yorkshire's Big Three limestone crags, Kilnsey Crag (the other two being Gordale and Malham). This is mostly higher grade sport climbing but there are some very good
Take a memorable steam train journey back in time. Travel from delightfully restored stations through evocative scenery. Visit the website
Built as a village for textile workers, the old mill has been transformed into an art gallery housing David Hockney artwork.
An intimate museum furnished as in the Brontë’s day with displays of their personal treasures books and manuscripts. Visit the website
The Yorkshire Dales Cycle Way passes through Malham, and offers a classic 3 or 4 day cycle ride. Get out on your bike and enjoy the stunning landscape.
The Yorkshire Dales Cycle Way passes through Malham, and offers a classic 3 or 4 day cycle ride. Get out on your bike and enjoy the stunning landscape.