Top 10 Free Things To Do and Attractions in Settle

"The Howgill Fells are a series of picturesque hills straddling the border between the Yorkshire Dales National Park and Cumbria. They offer spectacular views over the Lake District in one direction and Yorkshire in the other. You can see the Three Peaks in the distance on a clear day, as well as the River Lune and River Rawthey as they carve their way through the landscape."

"Beautiful Aysgarth Falls are a favourite of Yorkshire folk (me included) and is one of the closest waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales to the city of York. Aysgarth Falls consists of three separate waterfalls that plunge over wide limestone steps during a one mile stretch of the River Ure. The three falls of Upper Force, Middle Force and Lower Force can be viewed from a pushchair friendly path that winds in and out of woodland alongside the river."

"Aysgarth Falls is one of Yorkshire’s most renowned waterfalls. Set on the fast-flowing River Ure, it’s actually a series of three cascading falls carved into the river. A tourist attraction for over 200 years, it’s been the inspiration of Wordsworth and has even been featured in a Hollywood movie – Robin Hood Prince of Thieves."

"North of Malham village, a 0.75-mile field walk beside a lovely babbling stream leads to Malham Cove, a huge rock amphitheatre lined with 80m-high vertical cliffs. A large glacial waterfall once tumbled over this cliff, but it dried up hundreds of years ago. You can hike up the steep steps on the left-hand side of the cove (follow Pennine Way signs) to see the extensive limestone pavement above the cliffs – a filming location in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows."

"A natural limestone formation which is a national beauty spot, near Malham, North Yorkshire.. All attractions in North YorkshireComplete A to Z of attractions in England. England > North Yorkshire > Yorkshire Dales National Park"

"Since they were discovered in 1923, White Scar Caves have become one of Yorkshire’s must-visit natural wonders. Inside, you’ll pass underground waterfalls, prehistoric mud pools and unique rock formations, many of which take the form of familiar things, like The Witch’s Fingers and The Face. As you go deeper and deeper into the caves, you’ll uncover man-made tunnels and squeeze through tight spots on your way to the epic Battlefield Cavern."

"Although White Scar Caves is within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this stunning natural attraction is worth its own entry in this guide. It is the longest show cave in the UK and inside the enormous cave system, you will see a series of impressive waterfalls and rock formations. One of the highlights of your trip will be the huge Battlefield Cavern as there are some breath-taking sights that you can enjoy."

"The longest show caves in Britain aren’t for the claustrophobic, as you’ll have to crawl and squeeze through narrow gaps to admire the waterfalls, stalagmites, stalactites and gigantic caverns that lurk inside. If you’re up to it though, the subterranean scenery is fascinating to study."

"Close to Coldstone’s Cut, Gaping Gill is a famous cave and one of Britain’s largest underground chambers. 98m deep at its highest peak, there’s an enchanting waterfall inside for most of the year. You can walk to the top of the shaft from the Yorkshire Dales village of Clapham and stop for a glimpse of a limestone gorge called Trow Gill."

"Visit this gigantic cavern looming below Ingleborough on one of the two days of the year that the local potholing club lowers visitors down into its depths on a winch. The cave is so big that it’s rumoured to be able to house St Paul’s Cathedral."

"Credit: Wojciech Rozanski licensed under Creative Commons for commercial use. You’ll find Gaping Gill deep in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. It’s one of Britain’s biggest underground chambers at 650-feet deep, but it’s more than just a cave."

"This outstanding area of limestone pavements, upland hill farms and flower-rich hay meadows provide a marvellous setting for walking, cycling or just enjoying the great outdoors. The National Nature Reserve is home to a unique community of rare plants and animals - the bird hide in particular is worth a visit."

"A glacial lake and nature reserve 3.5 miles north of Malham village, accessible via a 1.5-mile walk north from Malham Cove, or by car. There are two car parks: the one at the southern edge is bigger and picks up..."

"Malham Tarn is a lake in the Yorkshire Dales National Park which inspired English novelist Charles Kingsley to write the classic....."

"Near the lovely village of Grassington is a delightful little family-run cafe housed in a traditional stone cottage. Hosts Declan and Sara set high standards of food, service and ambience and visitors are not disappointed. If it’s a pot of tea you’ve come for, there’s quite an impressive loose-leaf tea menu - check out the fragrant Formosa Gun Powder Green or the full bodied Russian Caravan."

"This cute little white cottage, just uphill from the village square, serves good coffee and unusual homemade cakes (citrus and lavender syrup sponge is unexpectedly delicious), as well as tasty made-to-order..."

"Treat yourself to authentic Italian food at the relaxed and friendly La Locanda restaurant. You can expect a tempting array of risottos, fresh pastas, meat dishes and seafood specialities served throughout the day for you to enjoy."

"Heavily influenced by owner and chef Anita Patel’s love of Indian street food, Red Peppercorn’s frequently changing menu, which is divided into mezze dishes ideal for sharing and larger weekly specials, features dishes like undhiyu (a Gujarati dish of root vegetables slow-cooked with spices) and Portobello mushrooms stuffed with pearl barley, feta and herbs, while dessert takes a decidedly English turn with old-fashioned classics like warm, sticky fig pudding with stem ginger and caramel sauce."

"That’s just a handful of the places taking part in the Eat Out to Help Out scheme, if you haven’t found the deal for you, the extensive list of venues taking part can be found on the government website. Remember to be mindful of staff and those around you when enjoying food and drinks in Lancaster’s local venues!"