Local Area & Attractions
Walking & Cycling
Wensleydale and its neighbouring Swaledale provide walkers and cyclists with a plethora of opportunities to get out and about to explore the area. Cow Close sits on a footpath between Leyburn and Bellerby. We have maps on site to help you on your way and plenty of ideas if you want to explore further afield.
Why not try a walk to Tan Hill - England's highest pub, which starts and finishes in Keld, or explore the delights of Richmond on a town circular, visit Aysgarth Falls or just walk along the river to Middleham or Wensley. Just ask us if you would like advice or suggestions about where to go.
Opportunities for cyclists are just as varied as we are close to the 2014 Tour de France Route and the infamous Buttertubs pass. Neighbouring Swaledale is a mountain bike mecca with suitable routes for all riders. Richmond Cycling Club offer time trials (summer months) and weekly mountain bike rides are available with Dales Bike Centre.
There are several cycle routes in the local area and leaflets for these are available in our information kiosk. 2018 saw the 3rd and 4th Stages of the Tour de Yorkshire passing through Leyburn and its neighbouring towns and villages.
Getting Around
No car? No problem! There are several transport methods to get you around the Dales. The Little White Buses, the revived Wensleydale Railway and local taxi services. There are also plenty of routes suitable for cyclists of all abilities.
In the summer months there are buses running to Bedale, Northallerton, Masham, Hawes, Richmond and beyond. The Wensleydale railway runs on special occasions, weekends and Bank Holidays.
Further information for these can be found from the following links:
Welcome to Leyburn Transport info
Wensleydale Railway Theme trains, fun train, afternoon tea, polar express etc.
PRE BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL FOR TAXIS
- Chris Thornton 01969 623350
- Streetwise (Nobby) 07919911677
Things To Do
Leyburn is ideally situated to access many attractions as well as the neighbouring towns of Richmond and Middleham.
There are plenty of shops, antique emporiums, art galleries and markets to explore, and a host of things to do!
- Bolton Castle, Richmond Castle, Middleham Castle
- The Forbidden Corner
- Jervaulx Abbey
- Brymor Ice Cream
- Catterick Races
- Hawes & Wensleydale Creamery
- Wensleydale Ice Cream
- Wensleydale Railway Theme trains, fun train, afternoon tea, polar express etc.
- Aysgarth Falls
- Traditional Markets (Leyburn is Friday)
- Constable Burton Gardens
- Tennants Auction House
- Archery at Cow Close
Have a look at our Events Page for local events.
Food & Drink
Leyburn and its surrounding villages have a number of pubs and restaurants, all of which will give you a warm welcome.
The Cross Keys at Bellerby has a Monday Quiz night
The Three Horseshoes in the nearby village of Wensley. They serve hearty meals including Sunday lunch and Pizzas. Takeaway available.
The Garden Rooms at Tennants
Other places to try – (there are plenty of others!)
Saddle Rooms & White Goose Pizza at Tupgill Park
The Wensleydale Heifer in West Witton (Please ask for vouchers from us that entitle you to a free glass of Prosecco
Sandpiper in Leyburn
Streethead Inn – Great Sunday Lunch
Tiers and Sprinkles in Leyburn. We have 10% discount vouchers for our visitors.
The Queens Head, Finghall
