Location: Skipton
Top Things to do in Skipton
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Skipton, England
Skipton (also known as Skipton-in-Craven) is a market town and civil parish in the Craven district of North Yorkshire, England. Historically in the West Riding of Yorkshire, it is on the River Aire and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal to the south of the Yorkshire Dales, 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Bradford and 38 miles (61 km) west of York. At the 2011 Census, the population was 14,623.
Restaurants in Skipton
1. Coniston Off-Road Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 98 reviews
Coniston Off-Road Centre is located in rural North Yorkshire, with over 3 miles of fantastic purpose-built tracks and an extensive fleet of off-road vehicles. Come for a challenge, leave with an experience.
2. The Beer Engine
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5.0 based on 142 reviews
We are a warm and cosy micropub, true to the values of the micropub ethos. We offer a warm welcome (as our many reviews testify) and up to 5 ever-changing real ales from around the country, hand-pulled to perfection. We are in the Camra Good Beer Guide for the Sixth year running. In addition to real ale we also dispense still cider, a range of wines (3 red, 3 white, 1 rose and 1 prosecco) together with a range of continental bottled beers.
Reviewed By iTitan
Adam and Steve run a fabulous little micro pub with a wonderful atmosphere. There are usually 5 hand pulled ales available, all well kept reasonably priced. A selection of wines and ciders complement the line up. Regulars and casual visitors chat together in the small and intimate surroundings. If you want to have a bit of fun, tell Adam the washroom mirror is ok, but the tiles are sloping. We found the place by chance on our first afternoon in town and managed to pop in for a “quick one” each day of our long weekend. Looking forward to returning next time we stay.
3. Land Rover Experience North Yorkshire
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5.0 based on 1,021 reviews
Are you ready to see what a Land Rover can do? And are you looking to develop your driving skills to a more advanced level both On and Off road in either a 4x4 or ATV? If so, then you’re very welcome at Land Rover Experience, North Yorkshire. Whether you want to take part on your own; with your family or friends; or as part of a corporate hospitality outing, team building group or business meeting; we guarantee you a warm welcome and an unforgettable day of confidence boosting off-road driving challenges, OR if you should require professional driver training skills such as; 4x4 off road, dynamic driving, defensive driving, ATV training, Trailer Towing including B+E Training to test, and winching. Whether you are looking for a full schedule of activities, or just an introduction to off-road driving, the Land Rover Experience Centre provides the perfect welcome and is ideal for a range of events from a small private meetings to a lavish event - away from the hustle and bustle.
4. The Wright Wine Company
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5.0 based on 95 reviews
An Aladdin’s cave of all things alcoholic. Established for over 30 years with 2000 wines, over 1000 whiskies and over 1000 other premium spirits, including 400 gins and 150 rums, we are the one stop shop! 7 rooms full of treats, with hundreds of bottles open to taste, perfect for a rainy day in Skipton.
5. Out of the Ordinary
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
A gorgeous emporium stocked with fabulous handmade goodies from all across Yorkshire. Stocked with over 40 crafters we have something for everyone. Cards, prints, jewellery, hand forged ironwork, fused glass and so much more.
6. The Mess Room
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By 47karenh1970 - Kelbrook, United Kingdom
Always have a fabulous time at the Mess Room. Very friendly staff and a good range of drinks - highly recommend the rhubarb cider. The inside is very cosy but, if the weather is nice, there is no nicer place to sit than in the beer garden. Can't wait until it opens again so we can visit - hopefully with friends.
7. Rail Charter Services
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
This summer we are running 3 return trips a day, Monday to Saturday, using classic comfortable all first class former 'Inter City' coaches over the stunningly beautiful Settle to Carlisle railway line.
Reviewed By J7797IZjonm
This was a well planned, well organised and well delivered superb trip over the S&C. Great environment, plenty of space, good COVID precautions in place. The perfect way to travel over this iconic route. Friends of Settle & Carlisle line catering team were a fantastic bonus and contributed significantly to the enjoyment of the day. Thoroughly recommended if you want a day out on the train in comfortable surroundings. Hopefully back again next year?
8. Skipton Castle
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4.5 based on 1,895 reviews
Where better to experience almost a thousand years of British history than by visiting Skipton Castle. Open all year round, tours are popular with visitors who come from far and wide to explore what some consider to be, a castle jewel of the North. Overlooking an intriguing market town, this remarkable 900 year old fortress is one of the best preserved and most complete medieval castles in England. The history is inseparable from the Clifford family. During the Civil War, Skipton Castle was the last Royalist bastion in the North, yielding only after a three-year siege in 1645. ‘Slighted’ under the orders of Cromwell, the Castle was skilfully restored years later by the indubitable matriarch and egalitarian, Lady Anne Clifford (1589-1676) who was born here. Today the dedicated team at Skipton Castle follow in her footsteps in its preservation. It is the focal point at the top of the High Street, so after a visit, it is fun and easy to take a stroll around the lovely shops, old mark
Reviewed By 425trician - Baildon, United Kingdom
Despite living nearby this was my first time actually inside the grounds of the Castle! It is well worth a visit if you like history and the castle is a wonderful building with some wonderful views and extremely well preserved. All grounds are also very well kept and pretty. All staff go out of their way to be helpful and friendly, giving directions and extra info which is really nice and was appreciated. A handy free tour sheet is included with ticket price with a suggested anti clockwise route suggested so you don’t miss anything. There’s also more background and historic information in each room which I enjoyed reading. There is a cafe for drinks or lunch and a church you could have a look round. Also there is a woodland walk which looks to give amazing views of the exterior. We vowed to try this another time as that is open and accessible to the public. I found the entrance fee slightly expensive as it only takes 1-2 hours maximum so isn’t a full day out. We were happy to pay it and glad we did but we probably wouldn’t again. I also think the price may put off some people especially with families which is a shame. But overall we really enjoyed looking round the castle we’re very lucky to have such a lovely piece of history on our doorstep.
9. The Woolly Sheep Pub
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4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By Suebromley
A warm welcome awaits at this hotel/pub. Comfortable rooms which are clean and well equipped. The food was very good and the staff friendly and helpful. All in all a very nice place to stay
10. Hesketh Farm Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 628 reviews
Reviewed By Lizzy776 - Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Visited today for the first time and had a lovely day. I wasn't sure whether there'd be enough to do for my children aged 10 and 12 but they absolutely loved it, they did the pony brushing and goat feeding (my eldest daughter was particularly pleased as one of the goats had the same name as her!) had fun on the go karts, followed the tortoises around and fell in love with all the other animals - they wanted to take the calves and guinea pigs home! They were lucky enough to feed the calves, which was a lovely end to the day. The farm was spotless with plenty of hand sanitizers and sinks for washing hands, animals are very well cared for and staff were really friendly, we loved it!
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