Welcome to Dalesgate Lodge Dalesgate Lodge was built in the Victorian era in 1885 and has the internal structure which reflects that period with high airy rooms, easy access and private parking at the rear. It is only a five minute stroll from the Town Centre where there is an abundance of shops, restaurants and public houses.

What Skipton has to offer »

Skipton is situated in the Yorkshire Dales and is known as "Gateway to the Dales".

It is an immensely popular base for people wishing to visit the surrounding area. This includes the Lake District and the Dales where the village of Cracoe can be found which is home to the famous 'Calendar Girls'.

Skipton also holds a busy street market every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday which is situated on both sides of the High Street on the attractive cobbled setts. Aireville Park which is a two minute walk from Dalesgate Lodge offers peaceful walks, a Pitch & Putt Course, an indoor heated swimming pool and hard tennis courts. Visit the canal and enjoy Skipton and the surrounding area by boat. Pennine Boat Trips offer daily cruises on the Leeds/Liverpool canal. Come and explore Skipton Castle - one of the most complete and well preserved medieval castles in England.

'Forthcoming Events 2012 »

• Skipton Market days Mon - Wed - Fri & Sat
• Skipton Beer Festival 19th to 21st April
• Skipton Waterways Festival 5th to 7th May
• Skipton Gala 9th June
• Armed forces Day - High Street 17th June
• Olympic Torch Through Skipton 24th June
• Skipton Sheep Day 1st July
• Skipton Clog Festival 7th 8th July
• Gargrave Show 18th August
• Malham Show 25th August
• Kilnsey Show 28th August
• Skipton Yuletide Festival and Market 2nd and 9th December
• Grassington Dickensian Festival 1st, 8th & 15th December