The Little Barn - Guidebook
Sightseeing
Malham Cove is a huge curving amphitheatre shaped cliff formation of limestone rock. The vertical face of the cliff is about 260 feet high. The top of the cove is a large area of limestone pavement.
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Malham Cove
Malham Cove is a huge curving amphitheatre shaped cliff formation of limestone rock. The vertical face of the cliff is about 260 feet high. The top of the cove is a large area of limestone pavement.
The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway is a 5-mile-long heritage railway line in the Worth Valley, West Yorkshire, England, which runs from Keighley to Oxenhope. It connects to the national rail network at Keighley railway station. In 1970 the line was featured in the British drama film The Railway Children. It is a 10Min drive from Laycock
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Keighley i Worth Valley Railway
Station RoadThe Keighley and Worth Valley Railway is a 5-mile-long heritage railway line in the Worth Valley, West Yorkshire, England, which runs from Keighley to Oxenhope. It connects to the national rail network at Keighley railway station. In 1970 the line was featured in the British drama film The Railway Children. It is a 10Min drive from Laycock
Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales on the banks of the River Wharfe, Bolton Abbey is Yorkshire’s best day out.
Its landscape is the “jewel in the crown” of Yorkshire’s many landscapes, and the 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside boast over 80 miles of footpaths to walk and explore, providing something for all ages. Annual programme of events providing activities for children to fishing on the River Wharfe, you’ll find a host of activity awaiting you.
Explore the ruins of the Priory and discover a landscape full of history and legend. Walk along the riverside, woodland and moorland paths and enjoy local produce in the excellent restaurants, tea rooms and cafes.
Bolton Abbey has been carefully managed by the Devonshire family since 1755, and remains the Yorkshire seat of the 12th Duke of Devonshire. The landscape at Bolton Abbey inspires, and has been admired in the past by artists such as Turner, Ruskin and Royle, as well as the poet Wordsworth. 40min drive from Laycock
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Bolton Abbey
Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales on the banks of the River Wharfe, Bolton Abbey is Yorkshire’s best day out.
Its landscape is the “jewel in the crown” of Yorkshire’s many landscapes, and the 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside boast over 80 miles of footpaths to walk and explore, providing something for all ages. Annual programme of events providing activities for children to fishing on the River Wharfe, you’ll find a host of activity awaiting you.
Explore the ruins of the Priory and discover a landscape full of history and legend. Walk along the riverside, woodland and moorland paths and enjoy local produce in the excellent restaurants, tea rooms and cafes.
Bolton Abbey has been carefully managed by the Devonshire family since 1755, and remains the Yorkshire seat of the 12th Duke of Devonshire. The landscape at Bolton Abbey inspires, and has been admired in the past by artists such as Turner, Ruskin and Royle, as well as the poet Wordsworth. 40min drive from Laycock
If you’ve never visited Hebden Bridge, you may wonder why a small town in West Yorkshire has been named ‘the greatest town in Europe’. The town has been thriving since the 1970s when a large influx of creative people migrated there to live, work and create thanks to the abundance of cheap housing at the time.
It’s now known for its welcoming atmosphere, quirkiness and creativity, named by British Airway’s High Life magazine as ‘one of the world’s funkiest towns’. 25min drive from Laycock
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Hebden Bridge
If you’ve never visited Hebden Bridge, you may wonder why a small town in West Yorkshire has been named ‘the greatest town in Europe’. The town has been thriving since the 1970s when a large influx of creative people migrated there to live, work and create thanks to the abundance of cheap housing at the time.
It’s now known for its welcoming atmosphere, quirkiness and creativity, named by British Airway’s High Life magazine as ‘one of the world’s funkiest towns’. 25min drive from Laycock
Salts Mill is set in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Saltaire. The Grade II Listed historic mill building was built in 1853 by Sir Titus Salt along with the village to house his workers.
The whole area is of architectural and historical interest.
1853 Gallery David Hockney
Salts Mill is home to one of the largest collections of David Hockney’s art. On the ground floor you will find the 1853 Gallery which houses a permanent exhibition of works by David Hockney.
Gallery 2 and the Saltaire Exhibition
On the second floor beyond Salts Book and Poster Shop is Gallery 2 and the Saltaire Exhibition. Gallery 2 has a collection of work by Henry Marvell Carr R.A entitled “The Textile Process” and Simon Palmer’s collection of Saltaire paintings and drawings. At the rear of the gallery is the Saltaire Exhibition which is a fascinating exhibition which explores Saltaire’s history from 1853 to the present day.
25min drive from Laycock
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Salts Mill
Victoria RoadSalts Mill is set in the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Saltaire. The Grade II Listed historic mill building was built in 1853 by Sir Titus Salt along with the village to house his workers.
The whole area is of architectural and historical interest.
1853 Gallery David Hockney
Salts Mill is home to one of the largest collections of David Hockney’s art. On the ground floor you will find the 1853 Gallery which houses a permanent exhibition of works by David Hockney.
Gallery 2 and the Saltaire Exhibition
On the second floor beyond Salts Book and Poster Shop is Gallery 2 and the Saltaire Exhibition. Gallery 2 has a collection of work by Henry Marvell Carr R.A entitled “The Textile Process” and Simon Palmer’s collection of Saltaire paintings and drawings. At the rear of the gallery is the Saltaire Exhibition which is a fascinating exhibition which explores Saltaire’s history from 1853 to the present day.
25min drive from Laycock
Wycoller Country Park is one of the prettiest Country Parks in Lancashire. The area is famous for its association with the Brontè sisters who referred to many of the nearby landmarks in books such as "Wuthering Heights" and "Jane Eyre". The exclusion of cars from the village and the attractive appearance of the many preserved old buildings creates a unique feeling of tranquillity which is rarely experienced today. The Country Park has many footpaths leading to local beauty spots which include Bank House and Wycoller Beck. The village has a lovely tea room and garden to eat and relax in. 25min drive from Laycock
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Wycoller Country Park
Wycoller RoadWycoller Country Park is one of the prettiest Country Parks in Lancashire. The area is famous for its association with the Brontè sisters who referred to many of the nearby landmarks in books such as "Wuthering Heights" and "Jane Eyre". The exclusion of cars from the village and the attractive appearance of the many preserved old buildings creates a unique feeling of tranquillity which is rarely experienced today. The Country Park has many footpaths leading to local beauty spots which include Bank House and Wycoller Beck. The village has a lovely tea room and garden to eat and relax in. 25min drive from Laycock
YORKSHIRE’S MOST IMPORTANT SECULAR BUILDING in Halifax
The Piece Hall hosts a huge array of events, from contemporary music concerts, to impressive site-specific performances, circus spectacle and street theatre. Seasonal festivities include markets alongside special food and drink celebrations and fairs. Visual arts, a substantive sculpture programme, outdoor film screenings and large scale participation projects all bring the building to life throughout the year. The Piece Hall’s magnificent courtyard creates a beautiful backdrop for major televised events including the Tour de Yorkshire and the BBC’s Antiques Road Show - 30 mins from laycock
https://www.thepiecehall.co.uk/whats-on
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The Wine Barrel
BlackledgeYORKSHIRE’S MOST IMPORTANT SECULAR BUILDING in Halifax
The Piece Hall hosts a huge array of events, from contemporary music concerts, to impressive site-specific performances, circus spectacle and street theatre. Seasonal festivities include markets alongside special food and drink celebrations and fairs. Visual arts, a substantive sculpture programme, outdoor film screenings and large scale participation projects all bring the building to life throughout the year. The Piece Hall’s magnificent courtyard creates a beautiful backdrop for major televised events including the Tour de Yorkshire and the BBC’s Antiques Road Show - 30 mins from laycock
https://www.thepiecehall.co.uk/whats-on
The National Science and Media Museum, in the heart of Bradford, explores the science and culture of light and sound technologies and their impact on our lives.
Its galleries and exhibition spaces help illuminate world-famous collections in photography, film and television. Explainers create learning activities that fuel the imagination and investigate the collections and exhibitions. Three cinema screens—including an IMAX theatre— showcase the magic of moving images from around the world in Bradford, the first UNESCO City of Film.
Admission to the National Science and Media Museum is FREE (charges apply for cinemas/IMAX).
www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk
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Narodowe Muzeum Nauki i Mediów
PicturevilleThe National Science and Media Museum, in the heart of Bradford, explores the science and culture of light and sound technologies and their impact on our lives.
Its galleries and exhibition spaces help illuminate world-famous collections in photography, film and television. Explainers create learning activities that fuel the imagination and investigate the collections and exhibitions. Three cinema screens—including an IMAX theatre— showcase the magic of moving images from around the world in Bradford, the first UNESCO City of Film.
Admission to the National Science and Media Museum is FREE (charges apply for cinemas/IMAX).
www.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk
The Brontë Waterfall is a small waterfall located about a mile south west of Stanbury, near Haworth, West Yorkshire, England. The area surrounding the waterfall is mainly moorland and farmland but is part of Brontë Country. It is an area of outstanding beauty
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Wodospad Bronte
Haworth MoorThe Brontë Waterfall is a small waterfall located about a mile south west of Stanbury, near Haworth, West Yorkshire, England. The area surrounding the waterfall is mainly moorland and farmland but is part of Brontë Country. It is an area of outstanding beauty
Wainman's Pinnacle, originally built as a folly, is a stone obelisk in Sutton-in-Craven, North Yorkshire, though it tends to be referred to as ‘Cowling Pinnacle’. It has been a grade II listed building in the National Heritage List for England since 23 October 1984. Wainman’s Pinnacle is situated upon Earl Crag and is often associated with Lund’s Tower as they are both locally known as the Salt and Pepper Pots. Fantastic elevated view of the Dales. 10min drive from Laycock
Wainman's Pinnacle
Dick LaneWainman's Pinnacle, originally built as a folly, is a stone obelisk in Sutton-in-Craven, North Yorkshire, though it tends to be referred to as ‘Cowling Pinnacle’. It has been a grade II listed building in the National Heritage List for England since 23 October 1984. Wainman’s Pinnacle is situated upon Earl Crag and is often associated with Lund’s Tower as they are both locally known as the Salt and Pepper Pots. Fantastic elevated view of the Dales. 10min drive from Laycock
Bingley Five Rise Locks are one of the most awesome features on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. They are the steepest staircase locks on the longest canal in the country! Probably why they are one of our Seven wonders of the waterways. 15mins from Laycock. Cafe on canal.
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Bingley Five Rise Locks
Hill Side RoadBingley Five Rise Locks are one of the most awesome features on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. They are the steepest staircase locks on the longest canal in the country! Probably why they are one of our Seven wonders of the waterways. 15mins from Laycock. Cafe on canal.
Neighbourhoods
10 minute drive away is Haworth, home of the famous Brontë sisters, it is an undisputed literary mecca, attracting visitors from all around the world. With its historic cobbled Main Street, iconic parsonage and rolling moors, the picturesque proportions of this Airedale village exude a vintage charm that makes you feel you've stepped into another era.
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Haworth
10 minute drive away is Haworth, home of the famous Brontë sisters, it is an undisputed literary mecca, attracting visitors from all around the world. With its historic cobbled Main Street, iconic parsonage and rolling moors, the picturesque proportions of this Airedale village exude a vintage charm that makes you feel you've stepped into another era.
City/town information
What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.
https://www.welcometoskipton.com
20min Drive from Laycock
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Skipton
What’s not to love about Skipton? Immense history, a rich culture, independent shops, food & drink places galore, a famous market an iconic castle, stunning countryside and, perhaps most of all, friendly, fiercely proud and passionate Yorkshire people.
https://www.welcometoskipton.com
20min Drive from Laycock
The picturesque town of Ilkley is situated in the Wharfe Valley, at the southern end of the Yorkshire Dales. The former spa town rose to fame in the nineteenth century when thousands visited for the fresh invigorating air, moorland and beautiful countryside.
Ilkley is the ideal place to relax and treat yourself. There are excellent restaurants and independent shops. Enjoy afternoon tea at the famous Bettys Cafe and Tea Rooms. There are a number of events through the year such as Ilkley Literature Festival, Ilkley Summer Festival and Real Food Ilkley Markets. 25mins drive from Laycock
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Ilkley
The picturesque town of Ilkley is situated in the Wharfe Valley, at the southern end of the Yorkshire Dales. The former spa town rose to fame in the nineteenth century when thousands visited for the fresh invigorating air, moorland and beautiful countryside.
Ilkley is the ideal place to relax and treat yourself. There are excellent restaurants and independent shops. Enjoy afternoon tea at the famous Bettys Cafe and Tea Rooms. There are a number of events through the year such as Ilkley Literature Festival, Ilkley Summer Festival and Real Food Ilkley Markets. 25mins drive from Laycock