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Richmond - original and best
Did you know there are over 40 Richmonds in the world? The original and best Richmond is in Swaledale! ​Founded by the Normans in 1071, Richmond …Read more
The Buttertubs: a scary, super scenic route
Have you travelled along the Dales route described as "scenic but scarey!" and "England’s only truly spectacular road*”? The Buttertubs Pass is …Read more
Mooker mucker mew-ker - Muker - wonderful whatever you call it
Mooker, Muck-er, mew-ker... However you say it, Muker* in Swaledale is a tiny place, much-loved and especially popular with walkers and photographer…Read more
Thwaite and inspiration for David Attenborough
Have you heard how two brothers in the tiny hamlet of Thwaite inspired Sir David Attenborough? Thwaite in Swaledale is a small hamlet, popular than…Read more
Grinton: woolly wrappers, carrying coffins, flying sheep & buying books
Many people whizz down Whipperdale Bank (one of the best named roads in the Dales?) on their way to Reet, without stopping to admire the stunning Sw…Read more