The Yorkshire Dales are filled with things to see and do, from picturesque scenery to ambitious hikes and lakes for all kinds of activities.
And tucked away in the heart of the Dales is Kilnsey Park, a beautiful attraction near Grassington in North Yorkshire.
The park, in Skipton, is the perfect place to relax and recharge amidst the green space and breathtaking views of Upper Wharfedale, Great Whernside and the towering Crag.
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You can spend the day fishing, meeting animals and relax to the sound of gallons of crystal clear spring water gushing down the hillside, all before treating yourself to the park's famous pink fish and chips in the Cafe by the Lake.
The Kilnsey Estate dates back to the 1100s and was run by monks for 400 years until the land was taken by Henry VIII. The current owners have lived on the estate since 1911.
Today, the 2,000 acre estate is a hub for outdoors activities including mountain biking, fishing and horse riding and home to thousands of wildlife including red squirrels and the UK’s rarest orchid.
It also has its very own lakeside cafe and award-winning smokehouse where you can try their famous Pink Fish & Chips.
Every year the estate is host to Kilnsey show, which attracts up to 15,000 visitors and has been marking the end of summer in the Dales since 1897. With a diverse selection of trade stands, demonstrations and amusements on the field the show ensures there’s something for everyone.
Things to do at Kilnsey Park
You can try your hand at fishing, with everyone welcome from first-timers to experienced anglers.
There are also amazing animals to see, from goats to rare breed pigs, alpacas and mini sheep, all with a special connection to Kilnsey.
You can also meet some of the rarest inhabitants of the Yorkshire Dales, including red squirrels and the UK’s rarest wildflower, and see the honeybees at work on the nature reserve.
A million gallons of crystal clear spring water gushes from the hillside every day – the source of life at Kilnsey for over a thousand years.
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You can watch the water boil as you feed the giant rainbow trout and learn more about the how the estate produces its fish. Watch them being smoked over wood chippings - and you can also buy some to take home!
The park also offers seasonal trails which means that there’s always something new to discover.
Of course, after all that you will have earned a proper cup of Yorkshire tea and a home-baked cake in the cosy lakeside cafe, or why not treat yourself to Kilnsey Park's famous Pink Fish & Chips - pink because of the rainbow trout served, which has a beautiful pink colour when cooked!
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