Sawley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

North Bridge, Grantley Grade II bridge over River Skell. A single segmental arch, band at road level, parapet rising in centre with chamfered coping. The south parapet wall continues to west and south and becomes the east wall to the smaller Hungate bridge.
North Bridge, Grantley Grade II bridge over River Skell. A single segmental arch, band at road level, parapet rising in centre with chamfered coping. The south parapet wall continues to west and south and becomes the east wall to the smaller Hungate bridge.
Downstream to bridge over the Laver Taken whilst perched on a rock in the middle of the river. Neat little three arched stone bridge.
FP leaves Low Gate Lane This footpath leaves Low Gate Lane and descends through Low Green Bank Wood to the River Skell. Low Gate Lane runs from the back of Sawley to Fountains Abbey.
Upper Skell Valley The icy track leads to Hungate.

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The Sawley Arms

The Sawley Arms

4 out of 5
Sawley Ripon England
The price is AU$239 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$239
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Ripon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
The Sawley Arms
Crown Hotel Harrogate

Crown Hotel Harrogate

3 out of 5
Crown Place Harrogate England
The price is AU$92 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$92
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Harrogate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
yes the room was first class all the staff were courteous and freindly good breafast with plenty to choose from

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Crown Hotel Harrogate
Village Hotel Leeds North

Village Hotel Leeds North

3.5 out of 5
186 Otley Road, Headingley Leeds England
The price is AU$119 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$119
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Leeds. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
The room was lovely and comfortable and the staff were professional and extremely helpful. The whole atmosphere at the hotel was fantastic!

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Village Hotel Leeds North
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Harrogate by Deuce Hotels

Harrogate by Deuce Hotels

2 out of 5
11 Cambridge Rd Harrogate England
Stay at this aparthotel in Harrogate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Harrogate Theatre and Montpellier Quarter are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (57 reviews)
Issue with noise in first room so quickly moved me to alternate room

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Harrogate by Deuce Hotels
Far Reaching Rural Views- Pet Friendly

Far Reaching Rural Views- Pet Friendly

Silsden ENG
Stay at this cottage in Keighley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hesketh Farm Park and Ilkley Golf Club are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (209 reviews)
This cottage is amazing love going lovely place home from home and so peaceful highly recommended

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Far Reaching Rural Views- Pet Friendly
Tucked Away Cottage, Beautiful cottage in central Grassington with parking

Tucked Away Cottage, Beautiful cottage in central Grassington with parking

Grassington ENG
Stay at this cottage in Skipton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kilnsey Park Estate and Grimwith Reservoir are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews)
Just back from 4 night stay, loved the coziness of the cottage, and the welcoming constant warmth, despite the very cold weather! Hosts very responsive, and very amenable. Perfectly positioned in the village, everything in walking distance, and the surrounding walks were lovely.The parking space ...

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Tucked Away Cottage, Beautiful cottage in central Grassington with parking
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Popular places to visit

At Fountains Abbey, nr Ripley, North Yorkshire, UK

Fountains Abbey

5/5(18 reviews)

Find out about the history of Aldfield when you spend time at Fountains Abbey. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Fountains Abbey
Ripon Cathedral from the graveyard!

Ripon Cathedral

5/5(1 review)

Ripon Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Ripon, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ripon Cathedral
Taken as the sunset over Lightwater Valley in October

Lightwater Valley Theme Park

Bring the family to Lightwater Valley Theme Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in North Stainley with Sleningford. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Lightwater Valley Theme Park
Anne Boleyn’s Seat was originally built for Georgian visitors,who would sit in the seat and be surprised when the huge wooden doors opened,to reveal the view of the gardens and abbey below,This was the Aislabies way of showing off the estate that they owned#foutainsabbey#ripon

Studley Royal Park

Explore the great outdoors at Studley Royal Park, a lovely green space in Ripon. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Studley Royal Park

Newby Hall and Gardens

Find out about the history of Givendale when you take a trip to Newby Hall and Gardens. Discover the beautiful countryside and spas in this walkable area.

Newby Hall and Gardens

Ripon Racecourse

You can take time to visit Ripon Racecourse during your travels to Ripon. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Ripon Racecourse

Activities

3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon

3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon

AU$147
per adult
3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon
A tasting delight

Harrogate Walking Food Tour

AU$205
per adult
Harrogate Walking Food Tour
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Cities near Sawley

Harrogate

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