Hidden gem valley home to England’s highest pub and a must see market

Set at the very northern edge of the Yorkshire Dales, this valley is rich in history, especially stories linked to mining, and is full of interesting tales waiting to be explored.

This hidden gem is a beautiful part of the Dales and is home to the River Swale, which is known as the fastest flowing river in England as it winds through green fields and countryside.

Hidden within this peaceful landscape is the Tan Hill Inn, the highest pub in England, welcoming walkers and visitors as they cross the rolling Yorkshire hills.

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Sitting 1,732 feet above sea level, this historic pub dates back to the 1600s and has a warm and welcoming feel.

With wooden beams, a stone flagged entrance and a crackling fire, it is an ideal place to stop and rest, serving tasty food and drinks to those exploring the area.

At the centre of Swadale is the village of Reeth, which has three popular pubs, a range of arts and crafts shops, and a lovely bakery selling local pies and fresh bread.

Fridays are especially busy in Reeth, when the weekly market fills the streets with stalls selling all sorts of interesting items.

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area’s long history. Inside, you can learn about the past through displays that include rocks, prehistoric finds and tools linked to the valley’s lead mining heritage.

One happy visitor shared their thoughts on TripAdvisor, calling the museum a “wonderful surprise”.

They said: “I love museums and have visited many, but this one was a real hidden gem.

“I have never seen so much variety packed into such a small space, and the way it tells the story of the local community is fantastic.

The information is clear and easy to understand, with plenty of detail and some lovely, funny local stories too.”

Remember - LeaveNoTrace!

As with anywhere outdoors, kindly keep these areas pristine and wild by taking all trash with you. The amount of complaints we have seen since the pandemic is crazy. It's really not that hard to take your rubbish with you!

Litter tends to spread, so if you see any and are able to pick it up and dispose of it outside the hidden gem, it will help keep the area tidy.

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