Bedale

Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales

Established 1751

Welcome

Bedale (Known as the Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales) is a Historic small market town steeped in centuries of history, some of which can be found in the local Museum. This market town (market day is Tuesday) is filled with interesting Churches, Shops, Hotels and various Craft and Antique Shops, along with a good selection of Cafes and Pubs where you can enjoy various local beers and home cooked food before venturing off in to the Yorkshire Dales.

Visit the Bedale parish web site.

There is a regular local bus service operating to many of the local interesting surrounding villages and towns, for those who would like to take a relaxed tour around this beautiful part of Herriot Country.

There is also a tourist railway service running from Bedale to Leyburn. For more information and train timetables please go to the Wensleydale Railway web site, or contact them on 01677 425805.