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Bedale is a pleasant, traditional market town,
steeped in history, and makes an ideal base for visiting the
local area.
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The Riverside
Although technically not a river, Bedale Beck makes
a very pleasant backdrop for walks and visiting points
of interest along the way.
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Bedale Museum
Bedale Hall, North End, Bedale. Tel: 01677 423797
An excellent opportunity to view a collection
of local artifacts and speak with keen and willing assistants.
The museum, based in a room in the Georgian wing of Bedale
Hall, also boasts an extensive archive of local, family and
area history.
The Museum is situationed within Bedale Hall,
opposite the Library. Admission is free. More
information »
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| The Heritage Trail |
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Heritage Trail provides an excellent insight into the
extent of Bedale's colourful past. The trail guides you
around a pleasant walk visiting points of interest on
the way - the Leech House and Bedale's very own 'Harbour'
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The Ice House
Bedale Hall Park, Bedale, North Yorkshire.
To the South west corner,
in the grounds of Bedale Hall, the Ice House is typical
of many used by large houses at a time long before
fridges and freezers were used. Currently the Ice
House is only open to the public on one day each year.
More information »
For further information
contact the Hon Secretary, Bedale District Heritage
Trust on (01677) 422037 or Bedale Tourist
Information Centre
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The Leech House
Aiskew, Bedale
A unique little building along the Aiskew
side of Bedale Beck, and listed Grade II by English
Heritage. The Leech House was used by the local Apothecary
for storing leeches as part of 18th century medical
practice. The building and garden have recently been
restored by Bedale Heritage Trust. More
information »
For further information contact the Hon
Secretary, Bedale District Heritage Trust on (01677)
422037 or Bedale Tourist
Information Centre
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Thorp Perrow Arboretum and The Falcons of Thorpe Perrow
Thorp Perrow Arboretum, Bedale. Tel:
(01677) 425323 
Email: louise@thorpperrow.com
85 acres containing the largest collection of trees in the
North of England. Bird of Prey and small animal centre. Tea
Room, Play Area, Plant Centre and Picnic Area.
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