Skipton Travel Guide

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Alternative names: Population: 14.6 thous.Elevation: 367 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°57'41"N, 2°1'1"W
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Skipton Top Attractions

Skipton Attractions - What to See and Explore

Skipton offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Skipton Castle, Craven Museum & Gallery, Holy Trinity Church, Aireville Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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  • craven museum gallery skipton
  • holy trinity church skipton
  • aireville park skipton
  • skipton wood
  • skipton town hall
  • embsay reservoir skipton
  • st stephens church skipton
  • bolton abbey skipton
  • thanet canal skipton
  • kilnsey park estate skipton
  • conistone with kilnsey skipton
  • otley road drill hall skipton
  • matrix bowling alley skipton
Day trips

Skipton – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Skipton, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Gordale Scar (Malham), National Science and Media Museum (Bradford), Briggate (Leeds).

  • gordale scar malham9 miNW
  • national science and media museum bradford16 milesSE
  • briggate leeds22 milesSE
  • how stean gorge nidderdale aonb15 milesNE
  • fountains abbey ripon20 milesNE

Best Time To Visit Skipton

Learn when is the best time to travel to Skipton weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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December is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May, June, July, August and September.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in April, May and July. Most of it rains in January, October, November and December.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Skipton?

What is the best time to visit Skipton?

December is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in May, June, July, August and September. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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