With its long history of dairying, it’s no wonder this dale is home to the Wensleydale Creamery, a source of the world-famous Wensleydale Cheese – nibble on all its varieties in the unique tasting room. Hawes has plenty of traditional shops and places to eat and is a great base to head out on a walk or cycle ride, as well as being home to the Dales Countryside Museum. Also in the town is family-run local business Raydale Preserves, which offers the chance to tour their premises and try their range of jams, chutneys and sauces. A well-visited place is the Hawes chippie which serves the delicacy of deep-fried Wensleydale cheese, of course!
Hawes National Park Visitor Centre
The centre is a great starting point to find out about Hawes, it is based in the Dales Countryside Museum. There is parking and toilets. Find out where we are and come and visit us!
National Park Visitor Centre – Hawes
Hawes - walks and things to do
Hawes is a magical little market town to visit with plenty to do and lots of walks in the surrounding area of Wensleydale. Find out how to get here.
Things to do in Hawes and Wensleydale
Hawes - special qualities
Hawes is situated in Wensleydale - there is so much to explore in the area! Find out about the special qualities of this area here.
The special qualities of Hawes and Wensleydale