Carmel Smickersgill

As one the best preserved examples of a medieval castle in the country, Skipton Castle was originally built in 1090 and is well worth a visit.

Skipton Town Hall is a live arts and theatre venue in the heart of the town as well as holding the Craven Museum and art gallery.

Join Skipton Boat Trips for a light-hearted look in local history from the boat with award winning comedians and on board dining.

Cattle auction by week, cultural venue by weekend. Skipton Auction Mart hosts a variety of live music, comedians and theatre on a weekend.

Serving up bold flavours and nationally love classics Craven Kitchen is a firm favourite among local curry fans.

Craven arts studio is an artist-led organisation with an aim to support local artists creating space for contemporary visual arts in North Yorkshire.

Catering for light lunches as well as they can cater for three course meals, Le Bistro Des Amis is a charming and relaxed French inspired eatery.

Combining the recipes of regional French dishes with local produce, Le Caveau, serves excellent meals underneath the heart of Skipton.

Hesketh Farm Park is the friendliest place with lots of animals to meet, things to play with and space for running around.

Elsworth Kitchen elevates the already high quality local produce of the Yorkshire Dales to produce innovative and hearty dishes.

The Narrow Boat is in an excellent location and serves hearty home cooked comfort food alongside exceptional beers, ales and ciders.

Sound Bar is a meeting place of music fans. Their record shop is perfectly complimented by their live acts and well curated bar.