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High on the moors and dales of Yorshire, lies the wild and desolate place of Malham, an ancient place with a history deeply rooted in the Middle Ages when the track called Mastiles Lane was trod by Holy Men who marked out the route with crosses. Evidence of this is borne out by the finding of the remains of some of the bases to the crosses. Much later, in the 18th and early 19th-century, it was to be lead that was transported along this lonely and forebidding way.

There is a stark contrast between the gentle, lush and rolling countryside of nearby Skipton to that of the high, airy ground of Mallam Moor where in winter the blast of icy wind strikes as sharply as any dagger into the flesh. The wind in these parts is of a strength know to have made the hardiest of men weep.

Malham is a magnet for tourists to the Dales, many of whom come to scale the awesome height of Malham Cove. They come also to visit Malham Tarn, a natural lake standing nearly 400ft above sea level. The old path trod by the Monks drops down from Mallam Tarn into Gordale Beck, from here it twists back up to the moorland and crosses the valley beneath Kealcup Hill. The torcherous route continues amid spectacular scenery and crosses Kilnsey Moor from High Long Ridge before the descent, passing Kilnsey Crag, into Kilnsey itself.

The farms scattered across the moors are often of an indeterminable age, it is known that over the centuries they were inhabited by Norsemen, monks and dalesmen. Cattle was central to the livelihood of the villagers and during the 18th-century cattle fairs, with a turnover of some 5,000 cattle, mostly from Scotland, were held at Great Close, near to Mallam Tarn. There could not have been a more spectacular site for any cattle sale anywhere.

With crystal clear air, magnificent scenery, and a solitude that city dwellers can only dream of, it is little wonder that this ancient moorland village receives visitors from the world over. With its beautiful old buildings and old stone arched bridges than span rippling streams, this is indeed the stuff that Picture Postcard villages are made of.

Close to Mallam is Kilnsey Park and Trout Farm, Stump Cross Caverns are but a short distance away and a stones throw from Burnsall are the gardens of Parcevall Hall.

Planning a visit? Please see below for other recommended towns, attractions and recommended hotels nearby.

Distances and directions below are approximate. For true driving distances please visit the AA Route Planner

Recommended attractions near Malham

Janet's Foss	(0.5 miles, 0.9 km)	Pictures
Malham Cove	(0.9 miles, 1.5 km)	Pictures
Gordale Scar	(1.2 miles, 1.9 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Malham Tarn & Moor	(2.6 miles, 4.1 km, direction N)	Pictures
Settle Carlisle Railway	(5.2 miles, 8.4 km, direction W)	Pictures
Upper Wharfedale	(7.1 miles, 11.5 km, direction E)	Pictures
Skipton Castle	(8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Gaping Gill	(11.2 miles, 18.1 km, direction NW)	Pictures
Yorkshire Dales National Park	(11.7 miles, 18.8 km, direction N)	Pictures
Oughtershaw Moss	(12.2 miles, 19.6 km, direction N)	Pictures
Bolton Priory	(12.3 miles, 19.8 km, direction SE)	Pictures
Sawley Abbey	(12.6 miles, 20.3 km, direction SW)	Pictures
Nidderdale	(13.9 miles, 22.4 km, direction NE)	Pictures
Wycoller Hall	(14.7 miles, 23.6 km, direction S)	Pictures
Pendle Hill	(14.8 miles, 23.8 km, direction SW)	Pictures

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Recommended towns near Malham

Settle, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.2 miles, 8.3 km, direction W)
A market town in the Yorkshire Dales and also the starting point for the Settle - Carlisle Railway; one of Britain's most...
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Giggleswick, in the county of North Yorkshire (5.7 miles, 9.2 km, direction W)
Giggleswick, is as charming as it's melodious name. It lies in a favoured position in the Ribbersdale Valley, a stone's throw across the river from the lively market town of Settle.
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Arncliffe, in the county of North Yorkshire (6.0 miles, 9.6 km, direction N)
Arncliffe is the largest of Littondales four villages and is situated on the lovely River Skirfare.
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Grassington, in the county of North Yorkshire (6.2 miles, 10.0 km, direction E)
This is Upper Wharfdale's principle village. It is a place of quiet charm with a lovely old bridge spanning the River Wharfe and cobbled lanes with pretty stone cottages descending towards the attractive village square.
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Kettlewell, in the county of North Yorkshire (7.3 miles, 11.8 km, direction NE)
The spectacular limestone beauty of Kettlewell has been appreciated by travellers for decades. It has a series of delightful cottages clustered around the little Cam Beck, a tributary of the River Wharfe as it plunges from Great Whernside.
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Burnsall, in the county of North Yorkshire (7.9 miles, 12.8 km, direction E)
Viewed from the surrounding grassy fells, this gorgeous stone village with its striking walls softened by rich green foliage, presents a picture of timeless charm.
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Skipton, a Historic Market Town in the county of North Yorkshire (8.8 miles, 14.1 km, direction SE)
Long considered "The Gateway to the Dales" which lye to the north, moors extend southwards, and the tranquil countryside of the Ribble Valley is to the west.
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Clapham, in the county of North Yorkshire (10.5 miles, 16.9 km, direction W)
The clear waters of Clapham Beck enter the town from the high slopes of Ingleborough where it scampers over a waterfall before plunging down into the town.
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Bowland Knotts, in the county of North Yorkshire (11.4 miles, 18.3 km, direction W)
This is a magnificent area to explore, it is an area of deeply dramatic contrasts, and the vast amphitheatre to the south of the Knotts is a delight to behold.
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Bolton Abbey, in the county of North Yorkshire (12.0 miles, 19.4 km, direction SE)
The Bolton Abbey Estate covers 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside in the Yorkshire Dales.There are medieval buildings to explore and 80 miles of moorland, woodland and riverside footpaths.
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Slaidburn, in the county of Lancashire (13.7 miles, 22.0 km, direction SW)
An eye catching place with a pretty village green and a scattering of stone cottages set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Hodder.
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Ingleton, a Picturesque Village in the county of North Yorkshire (14.6 miles, 23.4 km, direction NW)
Ingleton thrives as a centre for those who take pleasure in exploring the vast underworld to be discovered beneath the limestone hills of this glorious scenic region.
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Barley, a Picturesque Village in the county of Lancashire (14.7 miles, 23.7 km, direction S)
Barley is a picturesque village in Lancashire, close to Pendle hill, and is often used as a starting point for those who come to...
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Waddington, in the county of Lancashire (16.2 miles, 26.0 km, direction SW)
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Pateley Bridge, in the county of North Yorkshire (16.2 miles, 26.0 km, direction E)
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Hellifield Station	(4.6 miles, 7.4 km, direction SW)
Long Preston Station	(5.1 miles, 8.3 km, direction SW)
M65 Junction 14	(14.3 miles, 23.0 km, direction S)
M65 Junction 13	(15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction S)
Leeds Bradford International Airport	(23.9 miles, 38.5 km, direction SE)
Blackpool Airport	(41.1 miles, 66.2 km, direction SW)
Malham to London	(195.8 miles, 315.0 km, direction SE)

Hotels & Accommodation in Malham

Hotel Name	Approximate distance from Malham center
Gamekeeper's Inn	(5.0 miles, 8.0 km, direction E)
Falcon Manor Hotel	(5.3 miles, 8.5 km, direction W)
The Plough Inn at Wigglesworth	(6.8 miles, 10.9 km, direction SW)
Red Lion Hotel	(8.2 miles, 13.2 km, direction E)
Herriots Hotel	(8.7 miles, 14.0 km, direction SE)
Rendez-vous At Skipton	(9.8 miles, 15.8 km, direction SE)
New Inn Hotel	(10.5 miles, 16.9 km, direction W)
Eaves Hall Country Hotel	(14.9 miles, 24.1 km, direction SW)
Moorcock Inn Hotel	(15.2 miles, 24.5 km, direction SW)
Dalesgate Hotel	(15.6 miles, 25.1 km, direction SE)
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