English Heritage sites near Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

Warton Old Rectory

WARTON OLD RECTORY

19 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

A rare survival of a large 14th-century stone house with great hall and chambers. It served as a residence and courthouse for the wealthy and powerful rectors of Warton.

Sawley Abbey

SAWLEY ABBEY

19 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

The remains of a Cistercian abbey founded in 1148, set on the banks of the Ribble against a backdrop of dramatic hills.

Middleham Castle

MIDDLEHAM CASTLE

21 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

Middleham Castle is a fascinating place to visit in the Yorkshire Dales. Once the childhood home of Richard III, relive the Castle's illustrious history and unlock the deeds of its great owners.

Brough Castle

BROUGH CASTLE

23 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

Starkly impressive Brough Castle stands on a ridge commanding strategic Stainmore Pass, on the site of a Roman fort.

Bowes Castle

BOWES CASTLE

26 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

The impressive ruins of Henry II's 12th-century keep, on the site of a Roman fort guarding the approach to strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.

Whalley Abbey Gatehouse

WHALLEY ABBEY GATEHOUSE

26 miles from Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

The 14th century gatehouse of the nearby Cistercian abbey, which was the second wealthiest monastery in Lancashire. The first floor of the gatehouse was probably a chapel.

Churches in Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

Horton-in-Ribblesdale: St Oswald

Main Street Horton-in-Ribblesdale Settle

ST OSWALD’S CHURCH

HORTON IN RIBBLESDALE

‘The church on the Pennine Way’ 

This ancient church built in the early 12th Century stands in the shadow of Penyghent, one of the Three Peaks.

The building has many unique and interesting architectural features particularly the Norman doorway and tub font with herringbone decoration.

The church is normally open each day.

Welcome to the peace and timeless calm of this historic building steeped in the warmth and dignity of centuries of Christian prayer and worship.

 

 

Pubs in Horton in Ribblesdale Parish

Crown Hotel

Hawes Road, Horton in Ribblesdale, BD24 0HF
(01729) 860209
crown-hotel.co.uk

*** Was closed at 5.50pm in February 2022 - suspect may not open weekday lunchtimes n winter. If travelling ring beforehand to confirm opening hours in winter. *** Superbly situated for both the Three Peaks and Pennine Way, this small mult...
Golden Lion Hotel

Horton in Ribblesdale, BD24 0HB
(01729) 860206
goldenlionhotel.co.uk

Large, multi-roomed pub set in heart of Three Peaks country, handy for walkers, potholers and climbers. Separate pool and TV rooms, with a small patio to the rear and further outdoor seating at the side. Internet access available. Carvery F...
Helwith Bridge Inn

Helwith Bridge, BD24 0EH
(01729) 860220
helwithbridgeinn.co.uk

Despite its relative isolation in the tiny hamlet of Helwith Bridge, this is a welcoming, thriving, no frills community local where the emphasis is on real ale. Walkers, cavers and cyclists are all very welcome. The pub has 3 separate rooms...