Fiona’s guidebook
City/town information
Galphay (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galphay) is a small traditional village set in the Nidderdale AONB. Perfectly placed for your 'Gateway to the Dales'. Galphay is in an area of outstanding beauty, with immediate access to bridleways, footpaths and fabulous cycling routes, many of which are included in The Tour de Yorkshire
If you like walking, you can start a country walk right from your front door! The Large wooden gates (entrance to Braithwaite Hall) at the top of the road is a public right of way
The Galphay Institute (village hall) is just up the road (at the back of the house) has a great open space for children, ball games and host a selection of swings, climbing frame and hanging bars
Galphay
Galphay (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Galphay) is a small traditional village set in the Nidderdale AONB. Perfectly placed for your 'Gateway to the Dales'. Galphay is in an area of outstanding beauty, with immediate access to bridleways, footpaths and fabulous cycling routes, many of which are included in The Tour de Yorkshire
If you like walking, you can start a country walk right from your front door! The Large wooden gates (entrance to Braithwaite Hall) at the top of the road is a public right of way
The Galphay Institute (village hall) is just up the road (at the back of the house) has a great open space for children, ball games and host a selection of swings, climbing frame and hanging bars
The spa town of Harrogate with its Turkish baths, old theatres, wonderful restaurants and Betty's tea room is 20 minutes away. https://www.yorkshire.com/places/north-yorkshire/harrogate/ripon
221 locals recommend
Harrogate
The spa town of Harrogate with its Turkish baths, old theatres, wonderful restaurants and Betty's tea room is 20 minutes away. https://www.yorkshire.com/places/north-yorkshire/harrogate/ripon
The historic city of York is less than an hour’s drive where you can explore 2000 years of history - from the ancient walls of Roman York to the Viking remains of JORVIK and the grandeur of Georgian York. https://www.visityork.org/business-directory/category/things-to-do
409 locals recommend
York
The historic city of York is less than an hour’s drive where you can explore 2000 years of history - from the ancient walls of Roman York to the Viking remains of JORVIK and the grandeur of Georgian York. https://www.visityork.org/business-directory/category/things-to-do
Knaresborough is full of surprises, a warren of medieval streets and stone staircases that weave their way up and down the hill. The town centre is perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd and the imposing railway viaduct across the Nidd Gorge offers an amazing view to visitors as they arrive by train
https://www.visitharrogate.co.uk/explore/knaresborough
83 locals recommend
Knaresborough
Knaresborough is full of surprises, a warren of medieval streets and stone staircases that weave their way up and down the hill. The town centre is perched on the cliffs above the River Nidd and the imposing railway viaduct across the Nidd Gorge offers an amazing view to visitors as they arrive by train
https://www.visitharrogate.co.uk/explore/knaresborough
Pateley Bridge is full of tranquil charm as it nestles in the heart of Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The peace of this beautiful area has provided inspiration for writers and artists alike, and kept many a visitor returning year after year to enjoy the serenity.
https://www.yorkshire.com/places/yorkshire-dales/pateley-bridge
67 locals recommend
Pateley Bridge
Pateley Bridge is full of tranquil charm as it nestles in the heart of Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The peace of this beautiful area has provided inspiration for writers and artists alike, and kept many a visitor returning year after year to enjoy the serenity.
https://www.yorkshire.com/places/yorkshire-dales/pateley-bridge
Food scene
The Galphay inn (https://www.galphayinn.com) is a traditional unspoilt country pub & restaurant within a stone’s throw of the house. It is family - and dog - friendly, and a must-visit for anyone in the area. The pub is extremely popular, so it is advisable to book in advance
6 locals recommend
The Galphay Inn
The Galphay inn (https://www.galphayinn.com) is a traditional unspoilt country pub & restaurant within a stone’s throw of the house. It is family - and dog - friendly, and a must-visit for anyone in the area. The pub is extremely popular, so it is advisable to book in advance
A must-visit for a real traditional afternoon tea experience. Bettys is very popular and well worth a visit
156 locals recommend
Bettys Café Tea Rooms
1 Parliament StA must-visit for a real traditional afternoon tea experience. Bettys is very popular and well worth a visit
Afternoon tea at Swinton Estate. A great traditional English afternoon tea experience
https://www.swintonestate.com/hotel/dining/afternoon-tea/
14 locals recommend
Swinton Estate
10 Swinton RdAfternoon tea at Swinton Estate. A great traditional English afternoon tea experience
https://www.swintonestate.com/hotel/dining/afternoon-tea/
“La Feria” brings the buzz and attitude of contemporary Spain to the UK. Everything about our restaurant is a reflection of the cities, towns and villages we love in Andalusia. In our great new space and amazing terrace we’ve sourced many of our tiles, doors and shutters from salvage yards in Cadiz and Sevilla, to bring a truly authentic and ‘loved and lived in' feel to our new home. We’re thrilled with it and hope you will be too.
Our speciality is free-range rotisserie chicken infused with the flavours of Spain and a selection of authentic tapas, using the finest ingredients sourced directly from artisan producers wherever possible
This tends to be a regular haunt of our daughters and one of their recommendations
38 locals recommend
La Feria
Cold Bath Road“La Feria” brings the buzz and attitude of contemporary Spain to the UK. Everything about our restaurant is a reflection of the cities, towns and villages we love in Andalusia. In our great new space and amazing terrace we’ve sourced many of our tiles, doors and shutters from salvage yards in Cadiz and Sevilla, to bring a truly authentic and ‘loved and lived in' feel to our new home. We’re thrilled with it and hope you will be too.
Our speciality is free-range rotisserie chicken infused with the flavours of Spain and a selection of authentic tapas, using the finest ingredients sourced directly from artisan producers wherever possible
This tends to be a regular haunt of our daughters and one of their recommendations
Kirkby Fisheries are on the Main Street in Kirkby Malzeard and only 2 miles from the house. They specialise in the good old traditional fish and chips but also provide a range of burgers, pizzas and pies.
They have an online menu at https://kirkbyfisheries.business.site and have received some good reviews. we have enjoyed their fish and chips, especially when extended family have visited
Kirkby Fisheries and pizzas
Main StreetKirkby Fisheries are on the Main Street in Kirkby Malzeard and only 2 miles from the house. They specialise in the good old traditional fish and chips but also provide a range of burgers, pizzas and pies.
They have an online menu at https://kirkbyfisheries.business.site and have received some good reviews. we have enjoyed their fish and chips, especially when extended family have visited
Traditional Italian food served in a cosy atmosphere. Lovely food at very reasonable prices. Also has a 'take away' service.
9 locals recommend
Prima Pizzeria
33 KirkgateTraditional Italian food served in a cosy atmosphere. Lovely food at very reasonable prices. Also has a 'take away' service.
G&T's produce artisan ice cream on the farm. Great selection of home made ice cream - just under 4 miles from the house.
http://www.gandts.com
https://www.facebook.com/gillianandtonys/
G&T's Ice Cream
G&T's produce artisan ice cream on the farm. Great selection of home made ice cream - just under 4 miles from the house.
http://www.gandts.com
https://www.facebook.com/gillianandtonys/
Walks
Circular walk via Eavestone lake. We have done this walk a few times now, starting outside the pub in Grantley (although the link is from Grantley hall). It does take a good couple of hours or more but well worth the exercise. If you do start at the pub in Grantley – this is end of point 6 on the route directions (Grantley Arms pub on your right and school on your left: https://www.grantleyhall.co.uk/uploads/documents/GeneralDocuments/Walking_Route_to_Eavestone_Lake.pdf
Eavestone Lake
Circular walk via Eavestone lake. We have done this walk a few times now, starting outside the pub in Grantley (although the link is from Grantley hall). It does take a good couple of hours or more but well worth the exercise. If you do start at the pub in Grantley – this is end of point 6 on the route directions (Grantley Arms pub on your right and school on your left: https://www.grantleyhall.co.uk/uploads/documents/GeneralDocuments/Walking_Route_to_Eavestone_Lake.pdf
Grab a picnic and spend a day running, jumping and exploring Brimham Rocks . This wild open site is perfect for families to explore, rocks to scramble over and miles of moorland paths. A great day out for the kids and families
130 locals recommend
Brimham Rocks
Grab a picnic and spend a day running, jumping and exploring Brimham Rocks . This wild open site is perfect for families to explore, rocks to scramble over and miles of moorland paths. A great day out for the kids and families
Studley Royal deer park and St Mary's church - The evocative ruins of the Cistercian abbey are set beside the grounds of Studley Royal, a medieval deer park in Yorkshire. Little wonder it was declared Yorkshire’s first World Heritage Site
16 locals recommend
Studley Royal Deer Park
Studley Royal deer park and St Mary's church - The evocative ruins of the Cistercian abbey are set beside the grounds of Studley Royal, a medieval deer park in Yorkshire. Little wonder it was declared Yorkshire’s first World Heritage Site
Hackfall wood appears today to be a natural wood, a “beautiful wilderness” to quote one of the 19th century writers who thought Hackfall wood one of the most beautiful places in the country. In fact it is very much a landscape molded by man.
http://www.hackfall.org.uk
24 locals recommend
Hackfall
Hackfall wood appears today to be a natural wood, a “beautiful wilderness” to quote one of the 19th century writers who thought Hackfall wood one of the most beautiful places in the country. In fact it is very much a landscape molded by man.
http://www.hackfall.org.uk
Sightseeing
Fountains Abbey with its Cistercian abbey ruins, elegant water gardens and medieval deer park is 2 miles away. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fountains-abbey-and-studley-royal-water-garden.
185 locals recommend
Fountains Abbey
Fountains Abbey with its Cistercian abbey ruins, elegant water gardens and medieval deer park is 2 miles away. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fountains-abbey-and-studley-royal-water-garden.
Nestled in the countryside of North Yorkshire, this rare gem
of a place offered us a beautiful day…Tripadvisor. https://www.himalayangarden.com. This is a favourite of ours which we tend to visit regularly every year.
23 locals recommend
Himalayan Garden & Sculpture Park - Closed until Sat 5th October 2019
Nestled in the countryside of North Yorkshire, this rare gem
of a place offered us a beautiful day…Tripadvisor. https://www.himalayangarden.com. This is a favourite of ours which we tend to visit regularly every year.
Ripon Cathedral is the oldest of any cathedral building in the UK still in use today, dating back to 672AD. Throughout the last 1,350 years, the cathedral has been home to a worshipping, praying community. Today, it continues to inspire and excite all who cross the threshold of this beautiful, reflective building.
Ripon Cathedral has been welcoming visitors for almost 1,350 years. Whatever your reason for visiting, be it for worship, to pray, experience an ancient place of culture, find peace or solace, a Yorkshire welcome awaits.
54 locals recommend
Ripon Cathedral
Minster RoadRipon Cathedral is the oldest of any cathedral building in the UK still in use today, dating back to 672AD. Throughout the last 1,350 years, the cathedral has been home to a worshipping, praying community. Today, it continues to inspire and excite all who cross the threshold of this beautiful, reflective building.
Ripon Cathedral has been welcoming visitors for almost 1,350 years. Whatever your reason for visiting, be it for worship, to pray, experience an ancient place of culture, find peace or solace, a Yorkshire welcome awaits.
Perfectly situated to visit the superb waterfalls on the River Ure, the National Park Centre can also point you in the direction of other lovely walks in the area taking in the surrounding woods or heading up to the lovely villages of Carperby or Aysgarth. Next to the Centre is the Coppice Café which serves a great selection of drinks and meals largely made with locally-sourced ingredients
https://www.yorkshire.com/view/attractions/leyburn/aysgarth-falls-tourist-information-centre-1164903
+/- 45mins drive / +/- 24miles
10 locals recommend
Aysgarth Falls
Perfectly situated to visit the superb waterfalls on the River Ure, the National Park Centre can also point you in the direction of other lovely walks in the area taking in the surrounding woods or heading up to the lovely villages of Carperby or Aysgarth. Next to the Centre is the Coppice Café which serves a great selection of drinks and meals largely made with locally-sourced ingredients
https://www.yorkshire.com/view/attractions/leyburn/aysgarth-falls-tourist-information-centre-1164903
+/- 45mins drive / +/- 24miles
Malham Cove is a huge curving amphitheatre shaped cliff formation of limestone rock.
The vertical face of the cliff is about 260 feet high. The top of the cove is a large area of deeply eroded limestone pavement, of a strange pattern rarely seen in England. The majesty of Malham Cove looks out over the Village of Malham and has been attracting visitors for centuries.
https://www.malhamdale.com/malhamcove/
156 locals recommend
Malham Cove
Malham Cove is a huge curving amphitheatre shaped cliff formation of limestone rock.
The vertical face of the cliff is about 260 feet high. The top of the cove is a large area of deeply eroded limestone pavement, of a strange pattern rarely seen in England. The majesty of Malham Cove looks out over the Village of Malham and has been attracting visitors for centuries.
https://www.malhamdale.com/malhamcove/
The Royal Horticultural Society is the world’s leading gardening charity. which aims to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place
Very much part of the Yorkshire countryside, Harlow Carr is a delight in every season
https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr
138 locals recommend
RHS Garden Harlow Carr
Crag LaneThe Royal Horticultural Society is the world’s leading gardening charity. which aims to enrich everyone’s life through plants, and make the UK a greener and more beautiful place
Very much part of the Yorkshire countryside, Harlow Carr is a delight in every season
https://www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/harlow-carr
Ripley Castle and Gardens, situated 3 miles from Harrogate in North Yorkshire on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a historic attraction that is open to the public all year round and a visit to the Estate makes for a fascinating and entertaining day out, in a beautiful location.
The castles history is one of political, military, religious and social turbulence, of plague and persecution, of renaissance, enlightenment and industrial revolution.
65 locals recommend
Ripley Castle
Ripley Castle and Gardens, situated 3 miles from Harrogate in North Yorkshire on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, a historic attraction that is open to the public all year round and a visit to the Estate makes for a fascinating and entertaining day out, in a beautiful location.
The castles history is one of political, military, religious and social turbulence, of plague and persecution, of renaissance, enlightenment and industrial revolution.
How Stean Gorge is a limestone gorge in Nidderdale in North Yorkshire, England. It forms a unit of the Upper Nidderdale Site of Special Scientific Interest. The gorge lies between the villages of Stean and Lofthouse and extends for about a kilometre along the course of How Stean Beck, a tributary of the River Nidd.
The limestone here is an inlier in the millstone grit which prevails on the surface in Nidderdale. It is a subaerial gorge, some 15 to 20 metres deep, to which a series of vadose caves drain, a reversal of the usual pattern of underwater capture in a karst landscape.
One of the side caves, Tom Taylor's Cave, is said to be named after a local highwayman who sought refuge there. It leads from the north side of the gorge and emerges in a nearby field.
The gorge and Tom Taylor's Cave have been operated as a tourist attraction since the 19th century. The attraction now offers gorge walks and access to the cave, and also canyoning and a via ferrata
18 locals recommend
How Stean Gorge
How Stean Gorge is a limestone gorge in Nidderdale in North Yorkshire, England. It forms a unit of the Upper Nidderdale Site of Special Scientific Interest. The gorge lies between the villages of Stean and Lofthouse and extends for about a kilometre along the course of How Stean Beck, a tributary of the River Nidd.
The limestone here is an inlier in the millstone grit which prevails on the surface in Nidderdale. It is a subaerial gorge, some 15 to 20 metres deep, to which a series of vadose caves drain, a reversal of the usual pattern of underwater capture in a karst landscape.
One of the side caves, Tom Taylor's Cave, is said to be named after a local highwayman who sought refuge there. It leads from the north side of the gorge and emerges in a nearby field.
The gorge and Tom Taylor's Cave have been operated as a tourist attraction since the 19th century. The attraction now offers gorge walks and access to the cave, and also canyoning and a via ferrata
Family Fun and Entertainment
Entertainment for the whole family. A worthwhile visit as the theme part includes TreeTop Trails (walking on ropes and next amongst the trees) as well as a great Zoo https://www.lightwatervalley.co.uk
66 locals recommend
Lightwater Valley Theme Park
Water LaneEntertainment for the whole family. A worthwhile visit as the theme part includes TreeTop Trails (walking on ropes and next amongst the trees) as well as a great Zoo https://www.lightwatervalley.co.uk
Within historic woodland along the River Nidd is Mother Shipton’s Cave. England’s oldest visitor attraction, open since 1630.
Behold the magic at Mother Shipton's Cave and discover the hidden powers of the magical water of the incredible Petrifying Well that turns all it touches to stone!
Learn the mysteries of the cave where Mother Shipton was born as lightning crackled and burned in a violent storm! Uncover the secrets of the UK’s most famous prophetess as you explore her home and the ancient woodland that surrounds the cave.
https://www.mothershipton.co.uk
50 locals recommend
Mother Shipton's Cave
Harrogate RoadWithin historic woodland along the River Nidd is Mother Shipton’s Cave. England’s oldest visitor attraction, open since 1630.
Behold the magic at Mother Shipton's Cave and discover the hidden powers of the magical water of the incredible Petrifying Well that turns all it touches to stone!
Learn the mysteries of the cave where Mother Shipton was born as lightning crackled and burned in a violent storm! Uncover the secrets of the UK’s most famous prophetess as you explore her home and the ancient woodland that surrounds the cave.
https://www.mothershipton.co.uk
The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart!
https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk
96 locals recommend
The Forbidden Corner
The Forbidden Corner is a unique labyrinth of tunnels, chambers, follies and surprises created within a four acre garden in the heart of Tupgill Park and the Yorkshire Dales. A tourist visitor attraction unlike anywhere that you have been before, ideal for the adventurers and those young at heart!
https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk
A small and intimate cinema with 2 screens. There is a bar and restaurant on site. They show the latest mainstream, independent and family films
16 locals recommend
Curzon Ripon
75 North StA small and intimate cinema with 2 screens. There is a bar and restaurant on site. They show the latest mainstream, independent and family films
Fun for all. Lots to do for all ages, let the kids run wild and free in the adventure play ground, meet exotic birds and animals and explore the secret hideaways round the beautiful arboretum.
41 locals recommend
Thorp Perrow - Arboretum and Bird of Prey & Mammal Centre
Fun for all. Lots to do for all ages, let the kids run wild and free in the adventure play ground, meet exotic birds and animals and explore the secret hideaways round the beautiful arboretum.
Great entertainment for the family - Skeleton Trail, The Enchanted Forest, The Magical Maze, Spider's Lair, Woodlands Cove, Teepee Encampment, Tangle Tree Climb, Farmer Forster's Farmyard - https://stockeldpark.co.uk
25 locals recommend
Stockeld Park
Wetherby RoadGreat entertainment for the family - Skeleton Trail, The Enchanted Forest, The Magical Maze, Spider's Lair, Woodlands Cove, Teepee Encampment, Tangle Tree Climb, Farmer Forster's Farmyard - https://stockeldpark.co.uk
Essentials
Located in Kirkby Malzeard, approx 2 miles from the house - a local village shop where all the day-to-day essentials - bread, milk and eggs, newspapers and magazines, wines & beers, biscuits, soups and ice-cream etc can be purchased.
Kirkby Stores
Main StreetLocated in Kirkby Malzeard, approx 2 miles from the house - a local village shop where all the day-to-day essentials - bread, milk and eggs, newspapers and magazines, wines & beers, biscuits, soups and ice-cream etc can be purchased.
Coffee shops and Cafes
Oliver's Pantry
86 North StServing strong coffees, cakes and a menu of good cafe food
Costa Coffee
33 Town StAlways a favourite, located in the centre of Ripon