Local Attractions
The Wensleydale Creamery Visitor Centre is an extraordinary place to visit, full of history, heritage, and heaps of Wensleydale cheese-fuelled fun!
Take a trip back in time to where Wensleydale cheese-making began as you explore their museum or see their talented master cheese-makers in action from the Viewing Gallery!
Or, why not pop into their Cheese & Gift Shop to sample the cheese before heading to the 1897 Coffee Shop for a refreshing drink & light bite? Alternatively, dine in the Calvert’s restaurant where you can sit back, relax and take in the stunning views over the surrounding Yorkshire Dales whilst you enjoy homemade dishes.
The Wheatsheaf Inn is a fine country inn situated in the very attractive village of Carperby. In 1941 James Herriot took his honeymoon here and must have enjoyed many fine days exploring the lovely countryside in this part of Wensleydale. Greta Garbo can also be counted as one of the earlier visitors.
Aysgarth Falls is a spectacular triple-drop waterfall situated in a lovely wooded gorge, on the River Ure within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Aysgarth Falls has attracted visitors for over 200 years.
The falls are spectacular all year round, as thousands of gallons of water cascade over the series of broad limestone steps. There are many well-marked walks around the falls, from an easy stroll to something a little more challenging, including circular walks which will bring you back to where you started from!
The River Ure contains brown trout, grayling and the native white-clawed crayfish. Salmon used to be seen jumping the falls. There is a variety of birdlife including kingfisher, wagtails and dippers searching the rock pools for food.
Bolton Castle, built between 1378 and 1399 by is one of the country's best preserved medieval castles. Completed in 1399 by Richard le Scrope, Chancellor of England to Richard II, its scars bear testament to over 600 years of fascinating history.
In front of the Castle are two walled gardens which have been laid out along medieval lines. The herb garden contains over 50 varieties of culinary and medicinal herbs, all of which were in common cultivation in the medieval period.
Bolton Castle Tea Room offers delicious homemade food daily. There are regular family event days at the castle.
