Winksley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Laver Banks Farm Surrounded by pasture to the east of Winksley village.
Photo by Chris Heaton (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Laver Banks Farm Surrounded by pasture to the east of Winksley village.
Photo by Chris Heaton (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Laver Valley An open field, in a prodominantly wooded valley.
Fountains Gate Lane Fountains Gate crosses the River Laver.
Upstream The River Laver from Ings Bridge, its banks lined with alders, begins its journey on Dallowgill and Kirkby Malzeard Moors around 12km away to the west.

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Crown Hotel Harrogate

Crown Hotel Harrogate

3 out of 5
Crown Place Harrogate England
The price is AU$82 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$82
per night
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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)
I've stayed at The Crown a few times...and many will say its outdated...needs a lick of paint...not me...its quite a charming hotel with character and squeaky floorboards...dont ever change...plus the location is fantastic...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Crown Hotel Harrogate
Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG

Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG

4 out of 5
Kings Road Harrogate England
The price is AU$98 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$98
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrogate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,277 reviews)
No frills sorta stay. Bar was fairly priced, which is surprising at these things.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Harrogate by IHG
The Yorkshire

The Yorkshire

4 out of 5
Prospect Place Harrogate England
The price is AU$110 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$110
per night
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Harrogate. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,027 reviews)
Great location, on street parking cheaper than parking outside hotel, no distance between both

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

The Yorkshire
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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, daily housekeeping and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Harrogate Theatre and Montpellier Quarter ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 9 Mar 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! (211 reviews)
Great location, beautiful views. Cottage is gorgeous and super comfortable- lovely, warm with comfy beds! A really lovely space to relax. Could benefit from a guide to local services and places to visit.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 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! (169 reviews)
Tucked Away Cottage was fantastic in every way. Very tastefully furnished, immaculately clean and perfectly located. We’ve been using self catering accommodation since 1999 and this was probably the best place we’ve stayed at. The hosts were very helpful and provided enough basics to get you started ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 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

Find out about the history of Aldfield when you spend time at Fountains Abbey. Visit the spas and lively bars in this walkable area.

Fountains Abbey
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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Lightwater Valley Theme Park
Ripon Cathedral from the graveyard!

Ripon Cathedral

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 lively bars in this walkable area.

Ripon Cathedral
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 cosy cafes in this walkable area.

Ripon Racecourse

Activities

Garden Harlow Admission Ticket

RHS Garden Harlow Carr Entry Ticket

AU$25
per adult
RHS Garden Harlow Carr Entry Ticket
A tasting delight

Harrogate Walking Food Tour

AU$201
per adult
Harrogate Walking Food Tour
3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon

3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon

AU$143
per adult
3 Hours Guided Tasting Experience of Ripon
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