Welcome to Crackpot

Crackpot is a small village located in the heart of North Yorkshire, England. The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush greenery, and picturesque landscapes. The village is also home to a number of historic landmarks, including the Crackpot Hall, a 17th-century manor house that has been beautifully preserved over the years.

Despite its small size, Crackpot is a popular destination for tourists and visitors from all over the world. The village is a great place to explore the great outdoors, with plenty of hiking trails, cycling routes, and scenic walks to enjoy. Visitors can also take a stroll through the village itself, admiring the quaint cottages and charming architecture that make Crackpot such a unique and special place.

Overall, Crackpot is a hidden gem in North Yorkshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and immerse themselves in the natural beauty and rich history of this stunning region. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an exciting adventure, Crackpot has something to offer everyone, making it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to North Yorkshire.

Local Schools

School	Details
Gunnerside Methodist Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gordon Stainsby	Gunnerside Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 6LE 01748886321 School Website
Askrigg Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Charlotte Harper	Yorebridge Askrigg Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 3BJ 01969650331 School Website
Reeth Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gordon Stainsby	Healaugh Road Reeth Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 6SP 01748884308 School Website
Bainbridge Church Of England Primary And Nursery School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Charlotte Harper	Bainbridge Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 3EL 01969650336 School Website
West Burton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Charlotte Harper	West Burton Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 4JY 01969650331 School Website
Hawes Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Walker	Town Head Hawes North Yorkshire DL8 3RQ 1969667308 School Website
The Wensleydale School And Sixth Form Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Polley	Richmond Road Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5HY 01969622244 School Website
Leyburn Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Beveridge	Wensleydale Avenue Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5SD 1969623187 School Website
Bowes Hutchinsons C Of E Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Gibson	Bowes Barnard Castle Durham DL12 9LG 01833628291 School Website
Middleham Church Of England Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Marie Mann	Park Lane Middleham North Yorkshire DL8 4QX 01969623592 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Garsdale Coal Road, Garsdale Head, Cumbria, LA10 5PP 11.90 Miles

Dent Coal Road, Cowgill, Cumbria, LA10 5RF 14.49 Miles

Kirkby Stephen Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE 14.57 Miles

Ribblehead Low Sleights Road, Near Ingleton, North Yorkshire, LA6 3AS 15.89 Miles

Horton-In-Ribblesdale Station Road, Horton-In-Ribblesdale, North Yorkshire, BD24 0HH 18.21 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Peacock James Coal Merchant Private Hire 01969 650465 Riverside House, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3EF 4.67 Miles
Redmire Private Hire 01969 625635 Beaulands Church Close, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4EQ 5.79 Miles
Ure Cars 01677 448448 56 Maythorne Estate, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5DU 9.57 Miles
Sharp Hill Private Hire 07710 812143 Sharp Hill Farm Park Lane, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 4QY 10.62 Miles
M Y Private Hire 01969 623596 River View/Hillfoot, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 5PH 10.64 Miles
Country Private Hire Taxi Service 01969 667096 Garsdale House, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5PU 11.24 Miles
Amalgamated Taxis 01748 825112 Unit 16/Greenbelt Holdings/Borough Rd, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 4SX 12.51 Miles
Prima Taxis 017683 72557 22 The Crescent, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4AF 14.26 Miles
Garrison Cars 01748 836666 S View, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 7QH 15.28 Miles
B D Taxis 017683 71682 1 Riverside Cottages, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PH 16.52 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Belle Isle - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Low Row - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Feetham - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gunnerside - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Millbridge - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitabridge - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Healaugh No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nappa Scarr - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Askrigg Moor Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Askrigg No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Arkle Town - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodhall - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Muker - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Arkengarthdale - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bowbridge - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Reeth Medical Centre 01748 884396	Reeth Surgery Reeth Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 6SU
Aysgarth Surgery	Aysgarth Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 3AA
Central Dales Practice 01969 667200	Central Dales Practice The Health Centre Hawes North Yorkshire DL8 3QR
Leyburn Medical Practice 01969 622391	Leyburn Medical Practice Brentwood Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5EP
Gp Extended Hours Service 2 01969 622391	Leyburn Medical Practice Brentwood Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5EP

Local Stores

Leyburn
11 Market Place
Leyburn
North Yorkshire
DL8 5BG
01969 622140
Store Website
9.44 miles

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SPAR Hawes
Market Place
Main Street
Hawes
DL8 3QX
01969 667232
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bainbridge Vets Ltd
Station Surgery Askrigg Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 3BJ 01969 650263 reception@bainbridgevets.co.uk Website 4.03 miles
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Swale Veterinary Llp
The Green Reeth Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 6SF 01748 826600/822389 swale.vets1@btopenworld.com 4.44 miles

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Equine Veterinary Ambulatory Service
Penhill Stud Penhill Farm West Witton Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 4ND 07596459797 equinevetservice@gmail.com Website 7.78 miles
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Wensleydale Vets
Metcalfe Farms Washfold Road Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5JZ info@wensleydale_vets.com Website 8.29 miles

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Yoredale Vets
Unit 1/2 Leyburn Business Park Harmby Road Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5QA 01969 623024 enquiries@yoredalevets.co.uk Website 9.95 miles
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Bainbridge Vets Ltd
Unit 3, Herriot Court Leyburn Business Park Leyburn North Yorkshire DL8 5QA 01969 650263 reception@bainbridgevets.co.uk Website 9.95 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Muker
Beautiful Scenery But Not An Easy Walk Lot Of Stiles And Steep, But There Are Different Routes All Well Marked So You Can Do A Short Easy One If You Want. Toilets And Shops In Muker. Guildy Hall Muker Richmond DL11 6QG 4.02 miles

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Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth Falls Include A Number Of Small Waterfalls Which Create Beautiful Dramatic Scenery And Are Part Of The River Ure. The Walk Begins By Walking Through Woodland And Across Pasture Fields, Before Turning Back To Arrive At The Three Waterfalls - Lower Force, Middle Force, And High Force. DL8 3TH 5.35 miles The Walk Starts And Finishes From The Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Which Has A Pay-And-Display Car Park, Toilets And Cafe. It Is Marked With Brown Tourism Signs From The A684 In Aysgarth Village.

Aysgarth Waterfalls
Take Approx 1.5-2 Hours. There Are 3 Beautiful Waterfalls To See Along The Way. Church Bankcentre Aysgarth Leyburn DL8 3TH 5.43 miles

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 18.17 miles Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.

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Middleton To Mickleton
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 18.17 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 18.17 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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