Snow drifts settle against the stone walls.

A visit to Swaledale in winter can bring opportunities galore for sledging, ski-ing, building snowmen, snowball fights.

And for the less adventurous the snow covered hills are breathtaking.  A holiday in Swaledale at any time of year is a memorable experience however Swaledale tends to be less busy in winter and this has its advantages.  Grab a table by the fire in one of our local pubs and live life like the locals.  The Farmers Arms in Muker is a favourite with visitors and residents alike. http://www.farmersarmsmuker.co.uk/

Other popular drinking and eating places are The Punchbowl in Low Row and the Kings Head in Gunnerside http://www.kingsheadgunnerside.com/ http://punchbowl-swaledale.co.uk/