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Lofthouse Tourist Information


Lofthouse is situated in the heart of Nidderdale. This village has changed little over many years and is situated 7 miles from the Market town of Pateley Bridge. From here, the road winds up the valley at the side of the river Nidd past the long reservoir of Gouthwaite and continues through the pretty village of Ramsgill and on to Lofthouse.

Lofthouse has one Public House - 'The Crown' and one small shop which is the Post Office and general store.

Not long ago this was as far as the road went up the valley but now it is possible to continue up over the moors and on to Leighton Reservoir and Masham.

The main tourist attraction is generally held to be the 'How Stean Gorge' which is situated close to the village, possibly about 15 minutes walk away. Here the river runs out of the limestone hillside and over time has cut a deep gorge down the valley. This is a very picturesque and beautiful area and is well maintained with guarded paths and bridges. However, it's not very suitable for anyone with a walking difficulty.

While in the gorge it is possible to enter a cave which has a history of once being the hideout of a notorious highwayman by the name of Tom Taylor. Local legend says that Tom hid in the cave and when he heard searchers approaching would emit the hoot of an owl. Searchers then came to the conclusion that the cave must be empty if an owl was still in it. However, after being in some sort of a fracas he had some front teeth knocked out and the subsequent 'hoot' he emitted sounded nothing like an owl. He was discovered and came to a sticky end at the hands of the lynch mob.

Follow the cave through and you come out in a field a short distance away, but a torch will be necessary and these can be borrowed from the café situated nearby.

The nearby hill village of Middelsmoor and its church is also worth a visit and panoramic views of Nidderdale can be seen from there, the village can be reached in about 5 minutes by car.

Description by Geoff Taylor.

 

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Lofthouse village © Geoff Taylor
Village © Geoff Taylor
How Stean © Geoff Taylor
How Stean © Geoff Taylor
How Stean © Geoff Taylor
How Stean © Geoff Taylor
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What's near Lofthouse

Attractions:
  Nidderdale Museum  5 Miles
  Stump Cross Caverns  6 Miles
  Parcevall Hall Gardens  10 Miles
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Towns:
  Bouthwaite  1 Mile
  Ramsgill  1 Mile
  Middlesmoor  1 Mile
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Estate Agents:
  Norman F Brown  11 Miles
  Hunters Property Group Ltd  12 Miles
  Norman F Brown  13 Miles
Hotels:
  Swinton Park  7 Miles
  Red Lion Hotel  8 Miles
  The Devonshire Fell Hotel  8 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Willow Tree Lodge  6 Miles
  West Close Cottage  8 Miles
  Georges Cottage  10 Miles
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Campsites:
  Dyke Bottom Farm Caravan Site  12 Miles
  Bilton Park  15 Miles
  Riverside Caravan Site  17 Miles

Cinema: Plaza Cinema  15 Miles

TIC: Pateley Bridge Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01423 711147  5 Miles


Attractions near Lofthouse
Nidderdale Museum (5 Miles)*
A truly fascinating collection of exhibits is displayed in the original Victorian workhouse, beautifully illustrating the life and history of our Dalesfolk.
Stump Cross Caverns (6 Miles)*
Stump Cross Caverns is one of Britain's premier show caves, located in Nidderdale on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. There are a range of facilities for a great family day out.
Parcevall Hall Gardens (10 Miles)*
Parcevall Hall Gardens are considered to be a fine example of the Arts and Crafts movement and are the only RHS and English Heritage registered gardens open to the public in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
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Towns near Lofthouse
Bouthwaite Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Ramsgill Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Middlesmoor Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
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Hotels near Lofthouse
Swinton Park (8 Miles)*
An exclusive 30-bedroom luxury castle hotel. With 4 Red Stars and 3 Rosettes awarded by the AA for excellent facilities, this is the highest rated hotel in Yorkshire.
Red Lion Hotel (8 Miles)*
Originally a sixteenth century Ferryman's inn, the Red Lion at Burnsall is open for accommodation and meals throughout the year. We offer superb food, fine wines and real ale.
The Devonshire Fell Hotel (8 Miles)*
The Devonshire Fell is a boutique hotel set in an enviable location among beautiful scenery, with stunning views across the River Wharfe, Yorkshire Dales and the village of Burnsall.
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Self Catering near Lofthouse
Willow Tree Lodge (6 Miles)*
Fir Tree Farm, ten miles from the cathedral cipy of Ripon and four miles from the old market town of Masham, is set in beautiful woodland amongst rolling hills and is ideally situated for exploring the Dales.
West Close Cottage (8 Miles)*
Set in the National park in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales these two barn conversions are tastfully decorated to a very high standard with exposed beams conservatories to enjoy the specular views of the local landscape.
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