15% off December stays

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Our Country Inn in The Dales

Welcome to The Golden Lion, Settle

Proudly placed in the heart of Settle, The Golden Lion is a charming inn that brings together heart-warming hospitality, home-cooked food made from scratch by our chefs, and modern boutique bedrooms. Take a moment to fall in love with the Yorkshire Dales; the rolling hills, characterful farming communities and array of wildlife. Enjoy a weekend away, a locally sourced lunch or simply a pint of our award-winning ales.

Dogs are always welcome at The Golden Lion.

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15% Off December Stays

Cosy down with 15% off midweek stays between 1st December and 23rd December when staying between Sunday and Thursday. Wrap up, escape to the countryside and unwind by the fire! *T&C's apply.

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Relaxing stays this way…

If it’s an overnight stay you’re looking for we have the perfect place for you to rest and relax.

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Home-cooked food from the heart

We pride ourselves in creating hearty dishes for you to enjoy, championing our producer’s passion throughout our menu, capturing the seasons of the Yorkshire Dales.

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Food & Drink

Book a table with us online Monday to Thursday throughout January until February 13th 2025 and receive 25% off your final bill.

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Bedrooms

Save Up to 20% off when you stay with us between January 2nd and February 13th 2025.

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Local Area

The Yorkshire Dales on your doorstep, rolling hills and spellbinding waterfalls.

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It's always good to book

Don’t leave it to chance, with a seasonally changing menu and some delicious specials on offer each day make sure you book a table whether popping in with friends or staying for the weekend.

Dietary Requirements:

With everything cooked fresh, our chefs will do all they can to make sure there’s plenty you can eat. But please give us the heads up when you’re booking so we can feed you properly.

Please note for bookings for more than 8 people please email relax@goldenlionsettle.co.uk.

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Discover Settle

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Stay in the Yorkshire Dales

Your base for The Three Peaks

Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, Settle is charming, whatever the season. Being in the perfect location to access The Yorkshire Three Peaks there is plenty of The Dales to explore for those whom strive to get plenty of miles into your legs. If you’re looking for a more relaxing break in The Dales, Settle has plenty to do as you enjoy a slower pace of life.

Things to do

The Yorkshire Dales, get out and explore.

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Yorkshire Three Peaks

A must do for keen fell walkers, the Yorkshire Three Peaks is a challenging route which summits Pen-y-Ghent, Whernisde and Ingleborough.

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Ingleton waterfalls

A short drive from Settle, the Ingleton Waterfall Trail is the perfect day out for all as you explore ancient oak woodland, and spectacular limestone waterfalls over 4.5 miles.

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Settle

For when the weather is typically Yorkshire, the village of Settle has plenty to explore, from local artisan shops to a number of great pubs and café’s.

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Ribblehead viaduct

A stunning section of the Settle to Carlisle railway, the Ribblehead Viaduct is an impressive structure with 24 stone arches allowing trains to cruise 104 feet above the moor.

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Malham Cove

At 70 metres high and with 400 steps to the top this crescent-shaped piece of limestone history is a unique spectacle.

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What's On

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Settle Light Switch On | 29th November

Continue the festivities into the evening! From 3pm enjoy hot drinks, food and festive bakes at our outdoor bar, and live music from Josh Warburton from 5pm until 7pm.

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Quiz Night | 7th December

Join us in the den for a Christmas themed quiz and prizes from 7pm! £3 per person or £10 per team of 4, all proceeds go to Save The Children.

Children’s Christmas Movie Mornings | 14th & 21st December

A cosy Sunday morning in our Lion’s Den showing festive favourites from 10am. Kids Movie Boxes - £5 each, including hot chocolate, cookies & popcorn, £5 each.

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Christmas Paint n Sip | 11th December

'Picasso and Pints' from 7pm until 9pm with Open Door Art, £35pp (drink included) - remember your Christmas jumpers for Christmas Jumper Day!

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Children’s Santa Plate Painting | 11th December

Get creative with ‘Open Door Art’ in the Lion's Den, 5-6:30pm - remember your Christmas jumpers for Christmas Jumper Day! (booking recommended)

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Christmas Movie Mondays | 8th & 22nd December

Settle down to watch a cosy Christmas film in our Lion’s Den from 7pm, paired with a festive cocktail, mulled wine or hot chocolate & mini popcorn buckets.

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New Years Eve Celebrations | 31st December

Ring in the New Year with us! Our full menu plus seasonal specials will be available 12pm until 9pm, with the bar remaining open for the countdown and New Years celebrations.

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Santa’s Letterbox | December

Santa's letterbox will be open in our bar area throughout December for children to post their letters to Santa with us!

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Stories from The Golden Lion

Walls with tales to tell and a landscape that inspires. Hear from the people that make The Golden Lion so unique, from our local food producers adding their passion to our menus, to local guides helping you get the most out of this beautiful part of the country.

 

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