Cottages in Malham

Set in the dales of Yorkshire, Malham is a small dreamy, English village with an enchanting brook running through the centre will make you disconnect from your heavy burdens and fully enjoy your peaceful holiday. Located in the Pennine mountains, landscapes like dramatic cliffs and magical green moors dotting the Yorkshire Dales will fill your camera lens. You’ll find the majority of rentals right in the city centre.

A trip to spectacular Malham is simply not complete without a cottage stay. And these cottages are no ordinary cottages. In Malham, you’ll find traditional stone-walled cottages with gardens and magnificent views of the surrounding area. Wake up to a brilliant sunrise. Take a short, scenic stroll to the city centre. Enjoy a home cooked breakfast in the garden. And don’t miss the gorgeous sunsets. There are so many possibilities for you, your better half and or family and friends for a memorable holiday.

Malham is a haven for nature lovers. One of the highlights you won’t want to miss is Gordale Scar. This breathtaking gorge was formed by melting glaciers aeons ago leaving two lovely waterfalls more than 300 feet high that are perfect photo ops. William Wordsworth wrote a sonnet about Gordale Scar and Turner painted a lovely canvas now displayed in Tate, Britain adding to the area's fame. There are many awesomely beautiful sights in the Yorkshire Dale National Park to explore with a diversity of landscapes such as Gurling Trough in Conistone Dib, Ribbleshead Viaduct boasting its 24 arches, and the village of Appletreewick’s tranquil river wharf.

Malham’s landscapes are so dramatically stunning that certain areas were used in pivotal movie scenes. An iconic scene in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows was filmed at Malham Cove. As Hermione and Harry camp on these cliffs you can really appreciate how incredible this area truly is. Also, parts of the Witcher season 2 were filmed at Gordale Scar, another area of unique beauty and mystery. Even if you haven’t watched these films, Malham’s landscapes may still have a profound impact on you.

Malham is a great holiday location for history lovers. This small village town is loaded with interesting historical buildings, old-fashioned trades, and much more. As you descend the Gordale Bridge, you’ll see some Iron Age settlements from 2,500 years ago. There are still hut circles to be observed. Moving forward in time you’ll discover St. Michael’s Church near the river Aire. It has an ancient past dating to the 9th century with various renovations over the centuries. The vicar is very approachable for interesting information about this beautiful structure. It is worth investigating especially after sunrise when the tower catches the early morning glow.

The name, Janet’s Foss, comes from Norse words meaning waterfall and fairy queen. Legend has it that this was the home of fairies hidden behind a dramatic waterfall with moss covered stones. Its enchanting beauty inspires awesome photo ops including the smelter’s cave on the opposite side of the stream.

Hike the Pennine Way to see wildlife, waterfalls, and become immersed in the rural heritage of England. Perhaps the best part, Malham to Horton-in-Ribblesdale offers Fountains Fell and Pen-y-ghent. Whichever way you go, Pennine Way won’t disappoint. It’s highly recommended for seasoned hikers.

Visit Malham Tarn to see this interesting anomaly. Located above Malham Village by Tarn House where the phenomenon of the disappearing stream that reappears at Airehead Springs can be observed. Enjoy some educational courses by the Field Studies Council too.

Malham offers several beautiful scenic walks for your enjoyment. Try the Malhamdale Circular beginning at Lister Arms with a snack and a pint, then mosey along the delightful trail taking photos at your leisure. When you finish take a respite at the Buck Inn for delicious pub grub and ales.

Malham Cove is an amazing stone edifice that once felt the force of a huge waterfall, greater than the U.S. Niagara Falls. Its curved structure is made from limestone and spans 300 metres filled with rare plants like hart's-tongue fern and enchanter’s nightshade. It may seem familiar as Harry Potter’s last film was recorded here.

Town Head Barn offers hikers on the way to the Malham Cove a place to see the history of days gone by and it's free. This little gem was converted into a mini museum featuring artefacts from the local rural townsfolk. The staff also offer good information about hikes and general knowledge of the whereabouts.

While in this Middle Ages town, why not learn a trade with a Malham Smithy Blacksmith Course? Annabelle Bradley offers courses in functional blacksmithing and demonstrations of her wrought iron designs at the Malham Smithy. Located in the centre of Malham this would be a great outing for everyone.