From stunning scenery to special events, Wharfedale Valley is a tourist haven.
Wharfedale is home to one of the Yorkshire Dales’ longest valleys, stretching almost 40 miles across from the moors of Langstrothdale Chase down to the outer reaches of Leeds. Within its beautiful green hills and slopes lies the towns of Otley, Ilkley, Guiseley and Yeadon.

Historical Otley
Otley’s origins date from 600AD and it’s dotted with medieval buildings, serving as a reminder of its rich history.

A monthly farmers’ market is held on the last Sunday of every month, as well as a traditional market held weekly on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Otley also has its own carnival. Held on the third Saturday of June every year, it incorporates entertainment, music and a dazzling parade through the town. There’s also an annual one-day agricultural show, which dates back to the 1700s.

Scenic Ilkley
Ilkley lies at the foot of Ilkley Moor, which provides stunning views of the town. Lovers of the outdoors can also take part in rock climbing on the nearby Cow and Calf Rocks.

In keeping with its inspirational setting, the Ilkley Literature Festival has been held annually since its launch in 1973 by poet W.H. Auden. The festival takes place over a two week period at the start of October and attracts some of the country’s leading literary minds.

Famous Guiseley
Guiseley has many claims to fame. It is most famous for fish and chips thanks to Harry Ramsden, the Guiseley resident and businessman, who sold his fish and chips from a shed next to the tram stop in the 1920s before going on to open his first fish restaurant. At the heart of the area lies the parish church of St Oswald, site of the marriage of the Bronte sisters’ parents Patrick and Maria Bronte.

Guiseley also has its own music festival, which launched in 2007 and raises money for charity the Teenage Cancer Trust, and attracts indie and rock bands.

Yeadon in Flight
The mill town of Yeadon became connected with aviation during the Second World War, after Yeadon Aerodrome became the factory site for the production of wartime planes including the Lancaster, Lincoln and York aircrafts. Today, the town remains linked to planes, with Leeds Bradford International Airport located in the area.

Visitors to Yeadon can enjoy walks along the Tarn (also known as Yeadon Dam), as well as sailing and fishing.