During the summer months the Historic walking tour departs from the Settle Tourist Office (Town Hall, Market Place) here in Settle every Thursday at 2pm
What can you expect for your £5 charge? Gentle walk for an hour or so around the town with gentle inclines and no steps, but no sitting down spots! The knowledgeable local guide will take you back in time and share stories and tales, as well as facts and information about the fasinating buildings and their uses! Even the odd famous resident past and present 🙂
Booking Essential at the Tourist office and limited to 6 people
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