Askrigg

Askrigg is a very attractive village in Upper Wensleydale.  Popular with walkers and cyclists alike, there are many circular walking routes around the village.

There are two pubs. The Crown is a Victorian building, but stands on the site of an 18th century inn. The Kings Arms dates to 1767 and was built as a coaching inn. The Kings Arms became The Drovers Arms for the All Creatures Great and Small TV series, and photos of the cast and crew are on display around the bar. There is one hotel The White Rose, formerly a 19th Century residence which has sympathetically refurbished to create a family-run hotel located in the heart of the village.

The Bake-Well is a delicatessen fresh food take away, with delicious home cooked food and baking . They have a great selection of meals that you just have to pop into the oven, perfect for those holidaying in the area.

The beautiful Parish Church of St Oswalds is situated in the heart of the village. Although the church dates from the 15th Century, this has been a site of Christian worship since the 12th Century. The Cistercians had a small abbey close to Askrigg and used the area to graze their sheep. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries, Mary I gave the tithes to Trinity College, Cambridge and they became responsible for appointing  the priest.

Opposite the church you can find Sykes House Village Store and Tea Room. The shop provides all the groceries you may need  including Newspapers and magazines. Locally produced Milk, Cheese, bread, sausages, bacon, eggs, pies, ice cream. Wine/beer/spirits