Monthly Archives: June 2017

Cycling on a Train Track

Posted on June 27, 2017 by Layhead

Cycling is really popular around the Dales, I think probably more so after the Tour de Yorkshire finished ones of the stages in Settle a couple of years ago.  The surrounding area looked stunning as the helicopter flew over the … Continue reading →

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Take a Trip on the Settle-Carlisle Railway

Posted on June 20, 2017 by Layhead

There’s always something to do in the Yorkshire Dales, even if the weather is a little bit inclement. Taking a trip on a train can be thrilling for children of all ages. Most little ones will love the journey itself, … Continue reading →

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Underground Adventure

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Layhead

If you are looking for adventure near Layhead, we have just the thing. Twice a year it is possible to descend Gaping Gill, a large pothole on the southern slopes of Ingleborough.  Gaping Gill is a 98-metre (322 ft) deep and … Continue reading →

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A Walk on the Wild Side

Posted on June 6, 2017 by Layhead

Many of you come and stay at the cottages so that you can take part in a walking challenge many of which are undertaken to raise money for charities.  The most well known of these is the Three Peaks Challenge … Continue reading →

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