Leisure activities when staying at Yorkshire Dales hotels

The magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park offering dramatic scenery and spectacular walks – literally from many Yorkshire Dales hotels doorsteps. For any walking abilities there are footpaths, peaks and trails to suit anyone including the famous Three Peaks of Whernside, Pen-Y-Ghent and Ingleborough.

Also in the immediate locality is some of the most dramatic limestone scenery in Europe, including the Ingleborough Cave, with its dazzling stalactites and stalagmites. Gaping Gill, the most dramatic of North Yorkshire's pot holes, where water hurtles down in a single jet over 365ft to the floor. Another nearby natural feature is Malham Cove. Once a waterfall and now an impressive cliff topped by an extensive area of limestone pavement.

A short drive away is the picturesque market town of Kirkby Lonsdale with walks along the Lune Valley to the famous Ruskin's View, with magnificent views of the hills beyond, and just a short walk from the town centre is the dramatic Devil's Bridge.

The renowned Settle to Carlisle Railway – passing through some of the most spectacular Dales & Lakeland landscapes including the Ribblehead Viaduct – is a popular day out with Settle being just 5 miles away.

Other activities and attractions very much worth a visit are:-
Yorkshire Dales National Park
Falconry Centre
Gaping Gill
Ingleborough Cave
Settle to Carlisle Railway
Ingleton’s Waterfalls
Malham Cove
White Scar Caves
Skipton Castle
Yorkshire Castles

Enjoying a few days or even weeks in the Dales is probably one of the best ways of relaxing and appreciating the beautiful surroundings of this magnificent countryside. It is so varied and has so many different facets.

In order for you to fully enjoy your stay in the Yorkshire Dales, some Yorkshire Dales hotels have teamed up with the Yorkshire Dales Guides and can now offer a full itinerary of sporting and outdoor pursuits including fishing, shooting, pony trekking, quad biking and golf.

Caving, climbing & abseiling, kayaking, open canoeing and improvised rafting
From introductory to more advanced and challenging events.
Navigation courses
Leading to certification through the National Navigation Award Scheme.
Guided walks
Full days, half days or evenings with knowledgeable local enthusiasts.
Mountain biking
Full days, half days or evenings with knowledgeable local enthusiasts.

Other activities available:
• Dales Falconry Centre
• Hot Air Ballooning
• Shooting
• Fishing
• Painting Breaks
• Horse riding
• Cycling/Cycle Hire

Article Source: TravelFreeGuides.com

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Surrounded by the breathtaking scenery, The Traddock is one of the most stunning Yorkshire Dales hotels.

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