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Northern Dales - Leyburn

Leyburn by Andrew Hopkins

This attractive market town overlooking Wensleydale is known as ‘a town for all seasons’ as it has something to offer visitors all year round.

Leyburn ‘Shawl’ is only a short walk from the Market Place and gives superb views over Wensleydale. Legend has it that Mary Queen of Scots dropped her shawl here during her escape from nearby Bolton Castle!

The town has its own cinema, the Elite, showing new and classic films plus occasional live performances. There is a chocolatier, an unusual tea pottery, craft workshops, charming shops and galleries, a model village and a superb antiques auction house, plus the weekly Friday market.

There's a regular events calendar, but the highlights are the annual ‘Dales Festival of Food and Drink’ and the Wensleydale Agricultural Show - a popular traditional agricultural show (end August).

Leyburn also benefits from the Wensleydale Railway, which offers regular summer services along Wensleydale.

More information from Leyburn Information Centre Tel: 01969 623069.
For a town map of Leyburn, click here.

To search for accommodation in and around Leyburn, click here

DON’T MISS:

The Dales Festival of Food & Drink, held annually in May - delicious local produce!
Beech End Model Village - finely detailed model scenery and hands-on fun indoors - ideal for all weathers and fun for all ages!
Constable Burton Hall Gardens, a large romantic terrace garden surrounded by 18th century parkland - don't miss their annual Tulip Festival (May).
The Teapottery - see extraordinary teapots in all imaginable shapes being made.
The Little Chocolate Shop - come and see luxury chocolates being made and learn more about the world of chocolate - an attraction for the whole family to enjoy!
Throstlenest Dales Tours offering a selection of guided tours including places of interest in ‘off the beaten track’ locations.
Wensleydale Railway - take a trip on the lovingly restored railway line through the magical scenery of Wensleydale, or join one of their regular events.
Bainside Arts - courses for those with a spinning artistic flair.
Serendipity for gifts and home furnishings. They offer two distinct ranges of furniture, both produced by local companies. There is also an elegantly decorated tearoom serving locally produced food.

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