Masham
Watch the world go by from the largest Market Place in Yorkshire
The picturesque market town of Masham (pronounced ‘Massam’) sits gently in the stunning countryside of the Yorkshire Dales.
The Market Place with its beautiful Georgian houses is dotted with local shops and cafes and hosts a bustling Wednesday and Saturday market. From here you can wander through historic lanes, browse in art and craft shops and sample celebrated Yorkshire cuisine in local pubs and stylish and award winning restaurants offering delicious local produce.
Don’t miss exploring the ancient church of St Mary’s with its elegant the spire - it dates from the 15th century and is first mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086.
Masham is famous for beer and is home to Black Sheep and Theakston Breweries where the cooper still makes the traditional wooden barrels. Treat yourself to a tour and try their traditional ales, then explore the Masham Leaves Walk and meander through pastures and woodland alongside the Rivers Ure and Burn to discover the oak leaf sculpture trail.
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Main: Masham. Left, top: St Mary's Church spire. Left, middle: Theakston float. Left, bottom: Black Sheep Brewery beers. Right: Sheep Fair 2011.
Within easy reach is the stately home of Swinton Park which celebrated success at the Yorkshire Life Food & Drink Awards 2011 with a brace of accolades. The luxury castle hotel won ‘Hotel of the Year’ and it’s Executive Chef, Simon Crannage also won ‘Chef of the Year’.
Close by too are Hackfall Woods, covering 117 acres. Stunning follies within an ornamental landscape were developed in the 18th Century by William Aislabie. In 2011, Hackfall was awarded a highly coveted European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage at the Europa Nostra Awards.
Wherever you go a warm welcome awaits and you will delight at the fantastic events throughout the year including the Steam Engine and Fair Organ Rally, Sheep Fair and a variety of classical music concerts - something for everyone.
Explore and discover!
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