Accessible places to go

Bedale Heritage Trail Bedale DL8 1AA. Tel 01677 424604
Website https://bedale.org/the-heritage-trail
Accessibility notes Everywhere except at the harbour where there are steps.
Big Sheep & Little Cow Bedale DL8 1AW. Tel 01677 422125
Email enquiries@farmattraction.co.uk
Website https://www.bigsheeplittlecow.co.uk
Accessibility notes Disabled access throughout; disabled toilet.
Bolton Abbey Estate Office, Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6EX. Tel 01756 718000
Email tourism@boltonabbey.com
Website https://boltonabbey.com
Accessibility notes Disabled access to the priory ruins, riverside, Strid Wood and Cumberland Trail. Pre-booked wheelchairs available Apr to Oct. Book on 01756 710663 (Cavendish shop and Strid Wood) or 01756 710331 (Bolton Abbey car park & Priory Church).
Bolton Castle Castle Bolton, Leyburn DL8 4ET. Tel 01969 623981
Email info@boltoncastle.co.uk
Website http://www.boltoncastle.co.uk
Accessibility notes Gardens and courtyard are wheelchair accessible, but not the building.
Brymor Ltd High Jervaulx Farm, Masham, Ripon HG4 4PG. Tel 01677 460337
Email hello@brymordairy.co.uk
Website https://brymordairy.co.uk
Constable Burton Hall Gardens Constable Burton Hall, Leyburn DL8 5LJ. Tel 01677 450428
Email estate@constableburton.com
Website https://www.constableburton.com
Craven Museum & Gallery Skipton Town Hall, High Street, Skipton BD23 1AH. Tel 01756 706397
Email townhall@cravendc.gov.uk
Website https://skiptontownhall.co.uk
Accessibility notes Fully accessible museum with lift access to gallery. Disabled toilet, Changing Places toilet and hearing loop available.
Dales Countryside Museum Station Yard, Hawes DL8 3NT. Tel 01969 666210
Email hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk
Website https://dalescountrysidemuseum.org.uk
Accessibility notes Pushchair and wheelchair friendly site with hearing loop.
Embsay and Bolton Abbey Steam Railway Bolton Abbey Station, Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6AF. Tel 01756 710614
Email office@ebar.org.uk
Website https://www.embsayboltonabbeyrailway.org.uk
Forbidden Corner Tupgill Park Estate, Coverham, Middleham, Leyburn DL8 4TJ. Tel 01969 640638
Email info@theforbiddencorner.co.uk
Website https://www.theforbiddencorner.co.uk
Accessibility notes Very limited for wheelchair users
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Estate Office, Ripon HG4 3DY. Tel 01765 608888
Email fountainsabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
Website https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fountainsabbey
Accessibility notes Mobility scooters available to book. West Gate entrance for disabled access
Foxglove Covert Nature Reserve Ava Road, Catterick Garrison DL9 3PZ. Tel 01748 830045 / 07754 270980
Email foxglovelnr@btinternet.com
Website https://www.foxglovecovert.org.uk
Accessibility notes Wheelchair-friendly trails and bathroom.
Harlow Carr Crag Lane, Harrogate HG3 1QB. Tel 01423 565418
Email harlowcarr@rhs.org.uk
Website https://rhs.org.uk/harlowcarr
Accessibility notes Electric scooters and wheelchairs available for hire, accessible toilets, sloping site
Harrogate Climbing Centre Hornbeam Park Avenue, Hornbeam Park, Harrogate HG2 8QT. Tel 01423 815024
Email info@harrogateclimbingcentre.com
Website http://harrogateclimbingcentre.com/
Accessibility notes Disabled facilities.
Harrogate Paintball Centre Paintball North Ltd, York Road, Flaxby, Harrogate HG5 0XJ. Tel 01423 860606
Email info@paintballyorkshire.co.uk
Website http://www.paintballyorkshire.co.uk
Accessibility notes No wheelchair access to toilets.
Harrogate Theatre Oxford Street, Harrogate HG1 1QF. Tel 01423 502116
Email info@harrogatetheatre.co.uk
Website http://www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk
Accessibility notes Level access. Some captioned & audio-described productions.
Hesketh Farm Park Bolton Abbey, Skipton BD23 6HA. Tel 01756 710444
Email info@heskethfarmpark.co.uk
Website https://www.heskethfarmpark.co.uk
How Stean Gorge Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5SF. Tel 01423 755666
Email admin@howstean.co.uk
Website https://www.howstean.co.uk
Accessibility notes Access to cafe
Ingleborough Show Cave Clapham LA2 8EA. Tel 01524 251242
Email info@ingleboroughcave.co.uk
Website https://ingleboroughcave.co.uk
Accessibility notes The cave has two stooping sections, min. height 55"/1400mm. Only cave in UK that is fully wheelchair accessible, but suggest getting in touch if planning a visit. A tramper is available by prior arrangement for people wishing to access estate nature trail.
Jervaulx Abbey Park House, Jervaulx, Ripon HG4 4PH. Tel 01677 460226 / 460391
Email ba123@btopenworld.com
Website https://www.jervaulxabbey.com
Accessibility notes 120 metres off main road but fine for scooters.
Knaresborough Castle & Museum CastleYard, Knaresborough HG5 8AS. Tel 01423 556188
Email museums@harrogate.gov.uk
Website https://www.visitharrogate.co.uk/business-directory/knaresborough-castle-museum
Accessibility notes Access limited to ground floor of the King's Tower and part of the museum due to historic building restrictions. Can access virtual castle tour in museum.
Lightwater Valley Theme Park North Stainley, Ripon HG4 3HT. Tel 01765 635321
Email leisure@lightwatervalley.co.uk
Website https://www.lightwatervalley.co.uk
Accessibility notes Disabled car park adjacent to park entrance. Accessible toilets. Discounted tickets.
Visitor Services offer advice on access to rides and attractions
Markenfield Hall The Gatehouse, Markenfield Hall, Ripon HG4 3AD. Tel 01765 692303
Email info@markenfield.com
Website https://markenfieldhall.com
Accessibility notes Wheelchair access to ground floor only
Newby Hall & Gardens Estate Office, Newby Hall, Skelton on Ure, Ripon HG4 5AE. Tel 01423 322583
Email info@newbyhall.com
Website https://www.newbyhall.com
Accessibility notes Gardens and playground accessible via pea shingle gravel paths. 3 motorised scooters and 2 manual wheelchairs for loan. House access via one shallow step, ground floor accessible.
Nidderdale Llamas Wilsill, Pateley Bridge. Tel 01423 711 052
Email info@nidderdalellamas.org
Website http://nidderdalellamas.org
Accessibility notes Advance notice needed.
Nidderdale Museum Old Workhouse, King Street, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5LE. Tel 01423 711225
Email info@nidderdalemuseum.com
Website https://nidderdalemuseum.com
Accessibility notes Stair lift, disabled toilet
North Yorkshire County Show Camp Hill, Kirklington, Bedale DL8 2LS. Tel 07787 387831
Email secretary@northyorkshireshow.co.uk
Website http://www.northyorkshireshow.co.uk
Accessibility notes Green field site so only suitable for some wheelchairs.
Norton Conyers Wath, Ripon HG4 5EQ. Tel 01765 640333
Email info@nortonconyers.org.uk
Website http://www.weddingsatnortonconyers.co.uk
Accessibility notes Gravel walks in garden partially accessible.
Nosterfield Nature Reserve Nosterfield, Bedale DL8 2QZ.
Website https://www.luct.org.uk/nosterfield
Accessibility notes All paths on the main reserve are disabled access firendly. All hides fully accessible.
Richmond Castle Riverside Road, Richmond DL10 4QW. Tel 01748 822493
Website http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/richmond-castle
Accessibility notes most of site is on flat ground but there is a chair lift to the exhibition.
Richmond Walking/Book Festival 22 Bargate, Richmond DL10 4QY. Tel 01748 821738
Email info@booksandboots.org
Website https://www.booksandboots.org
Richmondshire Museum Ryders Wynd, Richmond DL10 4JA. Tel 01748 825611
Email admin@richmondshiremuseum.org.uk
Website https://www.richmondshiremuseum.org.uk
Accessibility notes Fully accessible
Ripley Castle Estate Ripley, Harrogate HG3 3AY. Tel 01423 770152
Email enquiries@ripleycastle.co.uk
Website https://www.ripleycastle.co.uk
Accessibility notes Gardens, tea room and most of the ground floor accessible to wheelchair users. Accessible toilets.
Ripon Museum trust Sharow View, Allhallowgate, Ripon HG4 1LE. Tel 01765 690799
Email info@riponmuseums.co.uk
Website http://riponmuseums.co.uk
Accessibility notes Wheelchair and mobility scooter access. Access lift available to first floor, Accessible toilet. At courthouse limited access & no toilet.
Ripon Prison & Police Museum Marygate, Ripon HG4 1LX. Tel 01765 690799
Email info@riponmuseums.co.uk
Website https://riponmuseums.co.uk/prison-police-museum
Accessibility notes Accessible to most wheel chairs,an access lift is available accessible toilet.
Ripon Scenic Cruises 12, Canal Wharf, Ripon HG4 1AQ. Tel 01765 609777 / 07712 774089
Email ripon.scenic.cruises@gmail.com
Website http://ripon-scenic-cruises.co.uk
Skipton Boat Trips Wharf Office, Waterside Court, 3 Coach Street, Skipton BD23 1LH. Tel 01756 790829
Email info@canaltrips.co.uk
Website http://www.canaltrips.co.uk
Accessibility notes Only if can manage stairs. Assistance given.
Skipton Castle Skipton BD23 1AW. Tel 01756 792442
Email info@skiptoncastle.co.uk
Website http://www.skiptoncastle.co.uk
Accessibility notes Grounds, tearoom & shop accessible by wheelchair over a cobbled surface.
Castle not accessible.
St Gregory's Church The Old Grammar School, North End, Bedale DL8 1AF. Tel 01677 425985
Email admin@bedale.church
Website https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/3349
Accessibility notes Disabled access for Wheelchairs.
Studfold Adventure Trail Lofthouse, Pateley Bridge, Harrogate HG3 5SG. Tel 01423 755228
Email info@studfold.com
Website https://www.studfold.com
Accessibility notes Uneven terrain,suitable only for all terrain push chairs
The Frazer Theatre Off High Street, Knaresborough HG5 0EQ. Tel 07759 053804
Email enquiries@frazertheatre.co.uk
Website http://www.frazertheatre.co.uk
Accessibility notes 3 wheelchair spaces in main auditorium
The Georgian Theatre Experience Georgian Theatre Royal, Victoria Road, Richmond DL10 4DW. Tel 01748 823710
Email admin@georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk
Website http://www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk
Accessibility notes Lifts and ramps to access most parts of the building. Please let the tour guide know of any assistance you might need.
The Georgian Theatre Royal Victoria Road, Richmond DL10 4DW. Tel 01748 825252
Email foh@georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk
Website http://www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk
Accessibility notes Wheelchair spaces, infra-red headsets, hearing loop, accessible toilets & lifts to all levels.
The Green Howards Museum Trinity Church Square, Richmond DL10 4QN. Tel 01748 826561
Email museum@greenhowards.org.uk
Website https://www.greenhowards.org.uk
Accessibility notes Totally accessible.
The Station Cinema The Station, Richmond DL10 4LD. Tel 01748 823062
Email info@stationcinema.com
Website http://www.stationcinema.com
Thornborough Henges Thornborough, West Tanfield, Bedale DL8 2RA.
Website https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/thornborough-henges
Accessibility notes The site is accessed through gates. Footpaths around the site are relatively flat, but uneven and grassy.
Thorp Perrow Arboretum Thorp Perrow, Bedale DL8 2PS. Tel 01677 425323 / 01677 427203
Email enquiries@thorpperrow.com
Website https://thorpperrow.com
Accessibility notes Fully Accessible grounds, disabled toilets, motability scooters to hire (please book).
Wensleydale Creamery Gayle Lane, Hawes DL8 3RN. Tel 01969 667664
Email creamery@wensleydale.co.uk
Website https://www.wensleydale.co.uk
Accessibility notes Accessible for wheelchairs
Yorkshire Trike Tours 3 Mill Hill, Masham, Ripon HG4 4BP. Tel 0113 258 5055/ 07903 957274
Email info@yorkshiretriketours.co.uk
Website https://www.yorkshiretriketours.co.uk
Accessibility notes Need to be able to access the trike alone or with help from someone who comes with them

Accessible accommodation

Akebar Park Wensleydale, Akebar, Leyburn DL8 5LY. Tel 01677 450201 ext 1
Email stay@akebarpark.com
Website https://akebarpark.com
Aysgarth Falls Hotel Aysgarth, Leyburn DL8 3SR. Tel 01969 663775
Email info@aysgarthfallshotel.com
Website https://www.aysgarthfallshotel.com
Accessibility notes Disabled parking and access to the bar and restaurant.
Camp Kátur The Camp Hill Estate, Kirklington, Bedale DL8 2LS. Tel 01845 202100
Email hello@campkatur.com
Website https://campkatur.com
Crakehall Watermill Cottages Crakehall Watermill, Little Crakehall, Bedale DL8 1HU. Tel 01677 423240
Email stay@crakehallwatermillcottages.co.uk
Website https://www.crakehallwatermillcottages.co.uk
Accessibility notes Limited -1 cottage is single storey. Access statements available on the website or can be posted.
Jervaulx Abbey Park House, Jervaulx, Ripon HG4 4PH. Tel 01677 460226 / 460391 (evening/day)
Email ba123@btopenworld.com
Website https://www.jervaulxabbey.com/caravan-site
Accessibility notes All on one level
Kings Head Market Place, Masham, Ripon HG4 4EF. Tel 01765 689295
Website https://www.chefandbrewer.com/pubs/north-yorkshire/kings-head
Accessibility notes In bar & selected bedrooms
OYO The White Horse 61 North Street, Ripon HG4 1EN. Tel 01765 603622
Email david.bate13@btinternet.com
Website http://www.white-horse-ripon.co.uk
Accessibility notes 1 ground floor room
Ripon Spa Hotel Park Street, Ripon HG4 2 BU. Tel 01765 602172
Email info@riponspa.com
Website http://www.riponspa.com
Accessibility notes Some ground floor bedrooms, access to gardens.
Studfold Holdings Studfold, Touring Park & Adventure Trail, Lofthouse, Harrogate HG3 5SG. Tel 01423 755228
Email info@studfold.com
Website https://www.studfold.com
Accessibility notes Most of the park is grass. Ramps to facilities.
Swaleview Caravan Park Reeth Road, Richmond DL10 4SF. Tel 01748 823106
Email info@swaleviewpark.co.uk
Website https://swaleviewpark.co.uk
Accessibility notes Park is flat.
Swinton Estate Swinton, Ripon HG4 4JH. Tel 01765 680900
Email reservations@swintonestate.com
Website https://www.swintonestate.com
The Buck Inn The Village Green, Thornton Watlass, Ripon HG4 4AH. Tel 01677 422461
Email the-buck-inn@btconnect.com
Website http://www.buckwatlass.co.uk
Accessibility notes No disabled toilet facility
The Crown Hotel Crown Place, Harrogate HG1 2RZ. Tel 01423 567755
Website http://crownhotelharrogate.com
The Jonas Centre Redmire, Leyburn DL8 4EW. Tel 01969 624900
Email stay@jonascentre.org
Website https://www.jonascentre.org
Accessibility notes One accessible cabin with ramped access and wet room.
The Knaresborough Inn Bond End, Knaresborough HG5 9AL. Tel 01423 863302
Email info@theknaresboroughinn.com
Website https://www.inncollectiongroup.com/knaresborough-inn
The Old Deanery Minster Road, Ripon HG4 1QS. Tel 01765 600003
Email reception@theolddeanery.co.uk
Website https://theolddeanery.co.uk
Accessibility notes To ground floor restaurants, disabled toilet. No lift to bedrooms

Accessible clubs, societies & organisations

Aysgarth Falls Visitor Centre Aysgarth Falls Nat Park Centre, Aysgarth Falls, Leyburn DL8 3TH. Tel 01969 662910
Email aysgarth@yorkshiredales.org.uk
Website http://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk
Accessibility notes Centre, including shop and cafe, is fully accessible. Routes available in the Centre
Bedale Archaeology & Hist. Soc Bedale DL8 1EQ.
Email bahsoc@outlook.com
Website https://bedale.org/bedale-archaeology--history-society
Bedale Golf Club Leyburn Rd, Bedale DL8 1EZ. Tel 01677 422451
Email office@bedalegolfclub.com
Website https://bedalegolfclub.com
Bedale Tourist Information Centre Bedale Hall, North End, Bedale DL8 1AA. Tel 01677 424604
Email info@bedaletic.org.uk
Website https://bedale.org/tourist-information-centre
Catterick Golf Club Leyburn Rd, Catterick Garrison DL9 3QE. Tel 01748 833268
Website https://www.catterickgolfclub.co.uk
Craft & chat group Village Hall, Thornton le Beans, Northallerton DL8 3SN. Tel 01609 774325
Email maureenandstevehague@btinternet.com
Grassington Information Centre National Park Centre,, Hebbden Road, Grassington BD23 5LB. Tel 01756 751690
Email grassington@yorkshiredales.org.uk
Website https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/places/grassington_national_park_centre
Harrogate Golf Club Forest Lane Head, Harrogate HG2 7TF. Tel 01423 862999
Email manager@harrogate-gc.co.uk
Website http://www.harrogate-gc.co.uk
Hawes Tourist Info. Centre Dales Countryside Museum, Station Yard, Hawes DL8 3NT. Tel 01969 666210
Email hawes@yorkshiredales.org.uk
Website http://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk
Mashamshire Community Office 7 Little Market Place, Masham, Ripon HG4 4DY. Tel 01765 680200
Email info@visitmasham.com
Website http://www.visitmasham.com
Nidderdale Plus Partnership Station Square, King Street, Pateley Bridge HG3 5AT. Tel 01423 714953
Email admin@nidderdaleplus.org
Website http://www.nidderdaleplus.org.uk
Nidderdale Plus Partnership Station Square, King Street, Pateley Bridge HG3 5AT. Tel 01423 714953
Email admin@nidderdaleplus.org
Website http://www.nidderdaleplus.org.uk
Ripon Choral Society Ripon Cathedral, Ripon HG4 1QS.
Website https://www.riponchoralsociety.org.uk
Accessibility notes Parking opposite the Church which is now accessible.
Ripon City Golf Club Palace Rd, Ripon HG4 3HH. Tel 01765 603640
Email admin@riponcitygolfclub.com
Website https://www.riponcitygolfclub.com
Ripon Library The Arcade, Ripon HG4 1AG. Tel 01609 536623
Email ripon.library@northyorks.gov.uk
Website http://www.northyorks.gov.uk/riponlibrary
Accessibility notes No adult changing, but disabled toilet.
Ripon Theatre Festival The Operatic Hall, Allhallowgate, Ripon HG4 1LU.
Email info@ripontheatrefestival.org
Website https://www.ripontheatrefestival.org
Accessibility notes The majority of our events are in venues which are accessible to wheelchairs.
Ripon Tourist Information Centre Town Hall, Market Place South, Ripon HG4 1DD. Tel 01765 604625
Email ripontic@harrogate.gov.uk
Website https://www.visitharrogate.co.uk/explore/ripon
Settle Information Centre Town Hall, Cheapside, Settle BD24 9EJ. Tel 01729 825192
Email settle@ytbtic.co.uk
Website https://www.cravendc.gov.uk/tourism
Accessibility notes Via lift at side of building
Wensleydale Golf Ltd Akebar Park, Akebar, Leyburn DL8 5LY. Tel 01677 450201 ext 1
Email stay@akebarpark.com
Website https://akebarpark.com

Accessible shops & services

Bedale Kennels & Cattery West Pasture Farm, Crakehall, Bedale DL8 1TT. Tel 01677 424149
Email phudson1@live.co.uk
Website https://www.bedalekennels.co.uk
Catterick Caravan and Camping Centre Ltd Gatherley Road, Brompton on Swale, Richmond DL10 7JB. Tel 01748 818391
Email superstore@catterickcaravans.com
Website http://www.catterickcaravans.com
Hello Coopers 8A Market Place, Bedale DL8 1EQ.. Tel 01677 424252 / 01609 772295
Email info@hellocoopers.co.uk
Website http://www.hellocoopers.co.uk
Accessibility notes 4 Wheelchair vehicles
Middleham Antiques Corner House, Kirkgate, Middleham, Leyburn DL8 4PF. Tel 07917 571180
Email angiwal@yahoo.com
Website https://www.facebook.com/angurios5
Accessibility notes Not acessible for motor scooters but will assist in accessing antique items.
Roper's Leisure Gatherley Road, Catterick Bridge DL10 7SL. Tel 01748 818666
Email enquiries@ropersleisure.co.uk
Website https://www.ropersleisure.co.uk
Tennants Auctioneers The Auction Centre, Leyburn DL8 5SG. Tel 01969 621146
Email info@tennantsgardenrooms.com
Website https://www.tennants.co.uk
Accessibility notes Fully accessible and allocated disabled parking bays.
The Walking Shop 4 High Street, Leyburn DL8 5AH. Tel 01969 625375
Email sales@thewalkingshop.co.uk
Website http://www.thewalkingshop.co.uk
Thompson Auctioneers The Dales Saleroom, Levens Hall Park, Lund Lane, Killinghall, Harrogate HG3 2BG. Tel 01423 709086
Email info@thompsonsauctioneers.com
Website https://www.thompsonsauctioneers.com

Accessible public toilets

Bedale DL8.
Accessibility notes RADAR key needed