Kettlewell is much loved and visited, partly thanks to the Calendar Girls: it was used as the location for the village of Knapely so you'll probably recognise the distinctive bridge with the traditional black and white sign posts.
I think of Kettlewell as the 'criss cross village'. Several walking and cycling routes such as the Dales Way criss cross the village, as do the small bridges across the beck.
In the surrounding fields many dry stone walls create their own criss cross patterns, converging in the surrounding fields, along with the grassed terraces, worm away by successive generations of sheep. Kettlewell's original name along the lines of 'Cetel Wella' apparently means a babbling beck, which is apt, particularly on a Spring morning.
Many walkers come for the challenge of nearby Great Whernside (2,310ft) and Buckden Pike (2,303 ft) and Old Cote Moor Top. The National Trust suggests a walk over some their land following the ridge between Wharfedale and Littondale, with fantastic fellside views.
I think of Kettlewell as the 'criss cross village'. Several walking and cycling routes such as the Dales Way criss cross the village, as do the small bridges across the beck.
In the surrounding fields many dry stone walls create their own criss cross patterns, converging in the surrounding fields, along with the grassed terraces, worm away by successive generations of sheep. Kettlewell's original name along the lines of 'Cetel Wella' apparently means a babbling beck, which is apt, particularly on a Spring morning.
Many walkers come for the challenge of nearby Great Whernside (2,310ft) and Buckden Pike (2,303 ft) and Old Cote Moor Top. The National Trust suggests a walk over some their land following the ridge between Wharfedale and Littondale, with fantastic fellside views.
 If you prefer a gentler wander around the village, look out for the photogenic Cam Gill Beck, some ancient buildings (some dating back to the mid 1600s), the village stocks and the Kettlewell weather stone. |  |
In St. Mary's church try to spot Robert Thompson's carved mouse and beaver carved by one of the Mouseman's pupils. Children used to tie up the lychgate during weddings until the groom gave them money to untie it. I'm not sure if this tradition persists but seems like an enterprising idea...
We really enjoy the cakes and lunches in Zarina's cosy tea rooms.
If you prefer something stronger, there are several pubs in the village, including the Racehorses Hotel with a sun terrace overlooking the river, the King's Head where chef patron Michael Pighills is now at the helm creating excellent food, and Blue Bell which welcomes dogs.
If you prefer something stronger, there are several pubs in the village, including the Racehorses Hotel with a sun terrace overlooking the river, the King's Head where chef patron Michael Pighills is now at the helm creating excellent food, and Blue Bell which welcomes dogs.
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