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Horton-in-Ribblesdale _____________________ The village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale is beautifully situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, North Yorkshire. This popular stopover for long distance walkers on the Pennine Way is located on the B6479, around 6 miles north of Settle and the A65, and has its own station on the Settle to Carlisle Railway. Click for location on Multimap |
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Horton-in-Ribblesdale boasts a number of Pubs, Inns and Hotels, a visitor information
centre, and a campsite. Car parking is available, although you should note
that this area is very busy during summer months. Walkers contemplating the Three
Peaks Challenge should consider arranging accomodation in Horton to allow for
some celebratory drinks and recovery before travelling home! |
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The 'Pen-y-ghent' Cafe Many Three Peaks Challenger groups will start and end their challenge at the Pen-y-ghent Cafe in Horton-in-Ribblesdale. This famous cafe offers a timing and safety service, thanks to its unique timing clock. For a BBC article on the Pen-y-ghent Cafe and its service - click here. To check opening times, telephone 01729 860333. Horton-In-Ribblesdale Links Pen-y-Ghent Cafe - BBC article The Crown Hotel - Horton-in-Ribblesdale Horton-in-Ribblesdale Train Station Pennine Way guide to Horton Horton Post Office (Very good website!) Camping in the Three Peaks |
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