On the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Austwick is a pretty little village of fewer than 500 inhabitants. The settlement is easy to get to, just off the A65, so within a scenic drive of the M6 near Lancaster or the M65 from Nelson. The place is surrounded by lovely countryside of interest to diverse groups: amateur geologists and lovers of the unusual will find the so-called erratic boulders on the hills fascinating - dropped by the last ice age, and left on limestone 'stalks'; and there is limestone pavement nearby, beloved of geography teachers everywhere. The old drover paths and lanes have left a legacy to be enjoyed by walkers and cyclists. And the sheer beauty of the crags and small fields will appeal to anyone with a soul. A couple of miles or so away to the north are Ingleborough Cave and Gaping Gill; to the south there is good fishing, especially late in the season, in the River Wenning. In Austwick itself there is a pub to refresh the body and a 19th century chapel for the spirit, with the grey stone cottages and immaculate greens providing a wonderful backdrop to life here. Here too there is a renowned country hotel as a base for exploring the area. This was once a thriving textile area, but today the economy is based on agriculture and tourism, though as yet it is relatively quiet compared to say the Lakes only an hour or so away.
Places to Stay near Austwick
The Traddock (0.16 miles)
Surrounded by breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Traddock is a family run hotel that provides quality en-suite accommodation, elegant contemporary cuisine, a romantic setting and a warm welcome. The perfect base ... More | visit website
Dalesbridge House (0.58 miles)
Dalesbridge House is located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and Forest of Bowland. A warm welcome awaits you and our comfortable rooms have wonderful views over the surrounding fields and fells. ... More | visit website
Dalesbridge B&B (0.58 miles)
New Inn Hotel (1.44 miles)
Set in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The beautiful old village straggles on either side of Clapham Beck, one half linked to the other by three bridges, the Church is at the ... More
New Inn Hotel (1.44 miles)
The New Inn Hotel is ... More | visit website
Brookhouse Guest House (1.50 miles)
Set in the quaint tourist village of Clapham, North Yorkshire, on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Brookhouse Guest House offers an appealing menu and comfortable accommodation.
Having recently been awarded an AA Four ... More | visit website
The Craven Heifer (3.43 miles)
Craven Arms (3.80 miles)
The Craven Arms is nestled on the edges of the North Yorkshire Dales. Our family-friendly hotel, pub and restaurant is a great place to visit whilst exploring the beautiful countryside. ... More
Harts Head Hotel (3.90 miles)
18th Century Country Inn providing excellent service on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Listed in Camra Good Beer Guide for the last 6 years. Great value food. ... More
King William The Fourth Guest House (4.44 miles)
Set in the midst of Settle, King William The Fourth Guest House is ideally suited for those wanting to be centrally based and within walking distance of all the local facilities.Having been completely renovated and ... More | visit website
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