Skipton

The gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, Skipton is a beautiful market town on the River Aire and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal with a 12th-century castle, impressive history, and famous market. At over 800 years old, Skipton Castle is one of the most complete and best-preserved mediaeval castles in England.

The surrounding countryside offers plenty of stunning walking and cycling routes. For picturesque views, head towards Gargrave village or take the Aire Valley towpath route.

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More information about what you can enjoy at Skipton

Things to see and do

Places of interest

Try angling on the Leeds & Liverpool
Enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many local eateries, pubs, and restaurants
Take a boat trip along the canal

Planning your visit

Address
Coach Street car park, Coach Street, Skipton, BD23 1LE
Opening times
The towpath is always open.
Prices
Once you're parked up, it won't cost you a thing.
Toilets
Public toilets can be found in Coach Street car park.

Explore the Leeds and Liverpool Canal

Linking the cities of Leeds and Liverpool, its 127 mile length has a lot to offer

Liverpool to Goole coast to coast canoe trail

A waterways adventure involving carrying canoes around 91 locks and paddling under the Pennines through the mile-long Foulridge Tunnel

Getting here

By car
Postcode: BD23 1LE
There are several pay & display car parks in the town. Coach Street car park is right next to the canal.
By train
Skipton Station is an eight minute walk to the towpath.

Boat moored in Skipton