Celebrating the Dales’ delicious produce, with local businesses throughout the National Park hosting events such as menus and tastings, themed dishes and cookery courses.
It’s not all cheese-based dining experiences however, as there are also Yorkshire gin and ales, specially created dairy ice creams and sorbets, locally-reared meat and the chance to meet the makers.
Perfect for wild swimming, the gin-clear turquoise waters of this beloved Skipton waterfall have a magical aura.
Nestled in the Forest of Bowland in North East corner of Lancashire, Gisburn Forest is a secluded woodland area popular for its mountain biking trail and views.
Gisburne Park is one of Lancashire’s finest private estates. A thousand acres of picturesque Ribble Valley countryside, owned and managed by Guy Hindley and family
Aireville Park is a large, open space providing a meeting and stopping point for visitors as they go about their business through town.
Cattle auction by week, cultural venue by weekend. Skipton Auction Mart hosts a variety of live music, comedians and theatre on a weekend.
A homely guest house and cottage perfectly nestled in the back streets of Skipton, The Pinfold offers guests a cosy and homely place to stay.
Fine art, photography and sculpture – all by talented local artists – are exhibited in the Mill Bridge Gallery located in a canal-side building.
Join Skipton Boat Trips for a light-hearted look in local history from the boat with award winning comedians and on board dining.
Elsworth Kitchen elevates the already high quality local produce of the Yorkshire Dales to produce innovative and hearty dishes.
Skipton Town Hall is a live arts and theatre venue in the heart of the town as well as holding the Craven Museum and art gallery.
The Narrow Boat is in an excellent location and serves hearty home cooked comfort food alongside exceptional beers, ales and ciders.
Catering for light lunches as well as they can cater for three course meals, Le Bistro Des Amis is a charming and relaxed French inspired eatery.
Whether you’ve half an hour or a full day, you’ll always find something new to discover at Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum.
The BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express is brimming with the world’s best new films, series and immersive storytelling – and everyone is invited.
from £7.95
Visit the Trafford Centre this spooky season and enter the Halloween Trail – Skeleton Village awaits with lights, scares and family fun
from £9.00
Expect a packed programme of fun, family-friendly daytime activities and adults-only evening events spanning never-seen-before installations, live performance and interactive adventures.
Blackpool’s beloved Lightpool Festival returns in October with a packed programme of world-class entertainment and art.
free entry
Sheffield’s horror film festival returns with cult horror and brand new premieres.
from £12
Light Night Leeds is a chance to see the city’s most loved locations in a brand new light, bringing cutting-edge artwork and giant installations to Leeds each year.
free entry
Halloween In The City is back to haunt Manchester with a petrifying programme of Halloween-themed events and activities taking place across the city centre.
free entry
Don't let the cold weather get you down with this soul warming autumn selection of tours and activities.
Take some autumnal eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Experimental performance, Halloween-themed cabaret and an eclectic selection of dance all take top spots in our new guide.
From DIY gigs to blockbuster multi-media events, we’ve covered the lot in our latest round-up of unmissable live music.
A host of Halloween horrors, London Film Festival in Manchester, plus silent movie masterpieces are amongst our highlights this month.
Our reading matter lately has included lots of festival programmes, with Manchester Literature Festival already underway and Litfest in Lancaster due to start very soon.
Autumn's packed with arts and cultural fun for families. Read our latest picks, from theatrical classics to interactive activities.
Autumn may just be the best season for new exhibitions - this month's guide has it all, from Turner Prize nominees to joyful ceramics.