Holiday rentals and lettings in the Yorkshire Dales National Park

This park is very popular with those who want to explore the English countryside in depth, making it a region with many ways to travel. One of the most popular options for getting to Yorkshire Dale is by train, particularly from Leeds. These routes give you the opportunity to pass through National Parks in other parts of the country, such as the National Park at Horton-in-Ribblesdale and the National Park at Redmire. However, if you want a different option, you can also take the efficient bus service from different parts of England such as Lancaster, York Skipton, Darlington, and then again Leeds. Finally, a more practical and convenient option is to hire your own car and set off on the adventure of getting there on your own.

In Yorkshire National Park you'll find a variety of small villages that form this fabulous region, so as well as the natural scenery, don't forget to visit these communities. They have a very picturesque style with cottage-like houses, stone facades, small bridges over streams, narrow streets and very friendly and helpful residents. They all have their history and have facilities available for the tourists who come to visit them every year, such as cafés, pubs, restaurants and even gift shops. Many people do tours of all these villages once they visit the park, as they are all over the area and there is always something interesting to see.

It is true that one of the main attractions of this park are its hiking trails, so if that is what you are looking for you will have many options to choose from. One of the most popular is the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail, which is 4.5 miles long and takes you to some of the most amazing waterfalls in the park. While it's not too difficult and has a well-defined trail, be aware that there are many steps along the way, as well as slippery rocks. But it will all be worth it when you stand on the banks of the river and admire the beautiful wooded landscape that surrounds you.

But as well as incredible hiking trails, there are also fascinating natural sites to discover and explore in this region. One of them is Ingleborough Cave, which is located right in the heart of the park and is a very popular and interesting destination if you don't mind a cold and dark environment. This cave, which lies 6561 feet underground, was discovered in 1873 by Victorian explorers and is now open to the public, so you can wander around all the passages and tunnels that make up the cave. You will also be able to see impressive stalagmite and stalactite formations, as well as large rocks and water deposits.

Within this park you can also tour the region by train, and this rail service is the ideal way to do so. This 4-mile route runs from the station outside Skipton, known as Bolton Abbey, to Embsay station. Aboard recently restored steam locomotives, you'll have an enjoyable journey admiring the natural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales in a different way, where you can also enjoy tearooms and picnic spots.

In this beautiful garden you will surely feel like in a fairy tale. It was inaugurated in 1914 and is characterized by the fact that it is one of the few places where rock gardening is done, with large limestone stones brought from the mountains of the park. Here you will find a pleasant tourist destination with beautiful paths, streams, stone walkways, typical vegetation of the area and colourful flowers.

Although this place is a historical monument, it is also worth visiting to learn a little more about this region. It is located in the Wensleydale Valley and is named after one of the missionary saints who served in this part of England. It is believed to have existed since Saxon times, but the theory that it dates back to Norman times carries much more weight due to its structure. Likewise, it is a beautiful building with a tall tower, a stone façade and an equally lovely interior with many religious decorations and gorgeous stained-glass windows.

This route is well known for being the first national trail in England, accessible since 1965. With an impressive length of approximately 268 miles, it is clearly not a route intended for beginners, so it is something to consider before embarking on this adventure. Starting from the hills of the Derbyshire Peak District to the Scottish Borders at Kirk Yetholm, you will find terrain of all kinds, elevations, plains, hills, forests, meadows and a host of other fantastic natural environments. Despite its length, it is a route that you can do in parts and without forcing yourself, since at the end of the day, it is the experience and the incredible views that are really worth it.

Located in the Gayle Beck Valley, these fabulous waterfalls are some of the most beautiful locations in the Yorkshire Dales. To get there, you can take a walk of approximately 4 miles, passing through wooded environments full of vegetation and large leafy trees. Once you arrive, you will be able to admire the fascinating waterfall with a height of approximately 40 feet, which descends through a large rock towards a small lagoon. It is undoubtedly perfect for taking pictures and simply admiring nature while listening to the sound of the numerous birds that are home to the area.