Susanna's Guidebook
Walk
Lovely walk around Embsay reservoir and Embsay crag. 10 minute drive from Ellergill Barn. Walk takes around 2 hours depending on the route
Thruscross Resevoir
A very rewarding trek up Embsay Crag, there are slightly easier routes and ones which are a bit of a climb but great views from the top whichever route you go.
There is parking by Embsay reservoir or you can start from near Embsay church. It is possible to walk from Ellergill Barn but that requires some walking on roads as well as using footpaths.
Embsay Crag
Pasture RoadA very rewarding trek up Embsay Crag, there are slightly easier routes and ones which are a bit of a climb but great views from the top whichever route you go.
There is parking by Embsay reservoir or you can start from near Embsay church. It is possible to walk from Ellergill Barn but that requires some walking on roads as well as using footpaths.
The walk around Grimwith is approximately 4.5 miles. It’s about 30 minutes drive away from Ellergill Barn but worth the trip for the varied wildlife and spectacular views. The path is mostly flat with relatively easy terrain.
12 locals recommend
Grimwith Reservoir
The walk around Grimwith is approximately 4.5 miles. It’s about 30 minutes drive away from Ellergill Barn but worth the trip for the varied wildlife and spectacular views. The path is mostly flat with relatively easy terrain.
Ellergill Barn overlooks Skipton golf course so is the perfect accommodation for people wishing to play there. It also means those not wishing to play can sit on the terrace and see the players at a few of the holes.
There are also some nice footpaths across the course. If you turn left on to Brackenley lane and follow the road under the railway bridge, you will see the footpath on your left as the lane starts to go uphill.
Skipton Golf Club
Short Lee LaneEllergill Barn overlooks Skipton golf course so is the perfect accommodation for people wishing to play there. It also means those not wishing to play can sit on the terrace and see the players at a few of the holes.
There are also some nice footpaths across the course. If you turn left on to Brackenley lane and follow the road under the railway bridge, you will see the footpath on your left as the lane starts to go uphill.
A variety of walks of different lengths in Skipton Woods from Ellergill Barn or from the centre of Skipton. Great wildlife to be seen with a few pieces of art to be found on your way round.
20 locals recommend
Skipton Woods
A variety of walks of different lengths in Skipton Woods from Ellergill Barn or from the centre of Skipton. Great wildlife to be seen with a few pieces of art to be found on your way round.
Food scene
Fantastic pub in the lovely village of Burnsall. Lots of outdoor tables looking out on the river Wharfe. Dog and child friendly. About 15 minutes drive from Ellergill Barn.
10 locals recommend
The Red Lion Hotel & Manor House
Fantastic pub in the lovely village of Burnsall. Lots of outdoor tables looking out on the river Wharfe. Dog and child friendly. About 15 minutes drive from Ellergill Barn.
One of two village pubs in Embsay, the Cavendish is closer to Ellergill Barn, around 10 minutes walking quickly down Brackenley lane.
There is lots of outdoor seating if you’re stopping for a drink and good, traditional pub food served. Child and dog friendly.
Cavendish Arms
Skipton RoadOne of two village pubs in Embsay, the Cavendish is closer to Ellergill Barn, around 10 minutes walking quickly down Brackenley lane.
There is lots of outdoor seating if you’re stopping for a drink and good, traditional pub food served. Child and dog friendly.
Wonderful farm shop with restaurant, cafe, florist and juice bar. A 5 minute drive from Ellergill Barn.
39 locals recommend
Keelham Farm Shop
21 Gargrave RdWonderful farm shop with restaurant, cafe, florist and juice bar. A 5 minute drive from Ellergill Barn.
Fantastic bar and restaurant. Food is mostly little plates of European / Middle Eastern dishes. Good value children’s menu. The location is what really sets this place apart, especially if you are lucky enough to have a table on the terrace outside overlooking Skipton and the Leeds-Liverpool canal.
19 locals recommend
Alexander's Bar & Kitchen
4-6 High StFantastic bar and restaurant. Food is mostly little plates of European / Middle Eastern dishes. Good value children’s menu. The location is what really sets this place apart, especially if you are lucky enough to have a table on the terrace outside overlooking Skipton and the Leeds-Liverpool canal.
We love getting takeaways from this local restaurant but you can also eat in. A great place to get your Thai food fix
8 locals recommend
Thai Basil
1 Cavendish StWe love getting takeaways from this local restaurant but you can also eat in. A great place to get your Thai food fix
A great place to stop for lunch on the way to Harrogate where you can also pick up some foodie treats or gifts.
13 locals recommend
Mackenzies Yorkshire Smokehouse
Hardisty HillA great place to stop for lunch on the way to Harrogate where you can also pick up some foodie treats or gifts.
American diner in the midst of the Dales serving great diner food and ice cream... big play barns and outdoor play areas so this is always a hit with kids visiting the Barn. Just 10 minutes drive away as well.
65 locals recommend
Billy Bob's: Parlor - Diner - Play
American diner in the midst of the Dales serving great diner food and ice cream... big play barns and outdoor play areas so this is always a hit with kids visiting the Barn. Just 10 minutes drive away as well.
Now renamed Pheobe’s. We really like this light and airy restaurant in the centre of Skipton that serves delicious food with healthy options catering for different diets. Really good for brunch.
Some outdoor tables and there are some items to takeout.
13 locals recommend
Elsworth Kitchen
18-20 Coach StNow renamed Pheobe’s. We really like this light and airy restaurant in the centre of Skipton that serves delicious food with healthy options catering for different diets. Really good for brunch.
Some outdoor tables and there are some items to takeout.
Sightseeing
A great place to explore Skipton’s history. Fantastic displays staged on some days during grounds. Young children may need assistance with steps inside castle.
The castle is just over 30 minutes walk from Ellergill Barn or there are car parks around 5 minutes walk away.
61 locals recommend
Skipton Castle Woods
The BaileyA great place to explore Skipton’s history. Fantastic displays staged on some days during grounds. Young children may need assistance with steps inside castle.
The castle is just over 30 minutes walk from Ellergill Barn or there are car parks around 5 minutes walk away.
Lovely family trip out to this working farm with a large outdoor playground. We love being taken on a trailer ride around the fields to see the cows and giving the guinea pigs a cuddle. Nice cafe serving drinks and cakes. About 15 minutes drive from Ellergill Barn.
33 locals recommend
Hesketh Farm Park
Lovely family trip out to this working farm with a large outdoor playground. We love being taken on a trailer ride around the fields to see the cows and giving the guinea pigs a cuddle. Nice cafe serving drinks and cakes. About 15 minutes drive from Ellergill Barn.
My kids love going into the caves and it makes a great day trip on a rainy day, slightly less than 30 minutes drive from Ellergill Barn.
53 locals recommend
Stump Cross Caverns
My kids love going into the caves and it makes a great day trip on a rainy day, slightly less than 30 minutes drive from Ellergill Barn.
Beautiful nearby town around 20 minutes away from Ellergill Barn. Lots of independent clothing and food shops, with parks and a lido for swimming.
82 locals recommend
Ilkley
Beautiful nearby town around 20 minutes away from Ellergill Barn. Lots of independent clothing and food shops, with parks and a lido for swimming.
This market town often referred to as the Gateway to the Dales is around 2 miles away from Ellergill Barn. The market is usually on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The Leeds to Liverpool canal runs through Skipton, which you can see whilst sitting at many of Skipton’s restaurants, bars and cafes.
165 locals recommend
Skipton
This market town often referred to as the Gateway to the Dales is around 2 miles away from Ellergill Barn. The market is usually on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. The Leeds to Liverpool canal runs through Skipton, which you can see whilst sitting at many of Skipton’s restaurants, bars and cafes.
A great trip out from Ellergill Barn, about 35-40 minutes drive to this old abbey set in beautiful grounds.
185 locals recommend
Fountains Abbey
A great trip out from Ellergill Barn, about 35-40 minutes drive to this old abbey set in beautiful grounds.
So many different reasons to visit Bolton abbey... great walks, historical buildings and some nice cafes in the village. The Bolton Abbey estate put in some great events throughout the year which can be booked on their website.
185 locals recommend
Bolton Abbey
So many different reasons to visit Bolton abbey... great walks, historical buildings and some nice cafes in the village. The Bolton Abbey estate put in some great events throughout the year which can be booked on their website.
Great new local museum with lots of interactive exhibits that engage kids and adults, frequent events and a well-stocked gift shop.
13 locals recommend
The Craven Museum
8 High StGreat new local museum with lots of interactive exhibits that engage kids and adults, frequent events and a well-stocked gift shop.
Culture
A real old school cinema with snacks to match and usually relatively small audiences.
14 locals recommend
Plaza Cinema
Sackville StreetA real old school cinema with snacks to match and usually relatively small audiences.