Welcome to Skipton – A Friendly Market Town

What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.

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What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.

rural rides

Skipton

rustic rambles

What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.

delectable dishes

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decadent drinks

What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.

weekend breaks

Skipton

midweek escapes

What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.

boutiques

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emporiums

what's on in skipton

24 August - 27 September

Skipton Town Centre

Skipton Woolly Sheep Trail 2026

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24 August - 27 September

Skipton Town Hall

Aesthetica Art Prize 20: Defining the Future of Contemporary – Part I: Future(s)

Skipton Town Hall

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01 September - 11 October

Just Makers

Beyond the Landscape

Craven Court, Skipton

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