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Garsdale

Once a busy railway junction this station is located in bleak, high, remote spot overlooking the head of Garsdale.

Click here to see upcoming departures: https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/service-updates?from=GSD

Points of Interest:

  • It is the home of Ruswarp: a bronze statue of a Boader Collie stands on the southbound platform. Unveiled in 2009 it commemorates the loyal dog and his owner Grahame Nuttall who were key figures in the Settle-Carlisle 1980 campaign to save the line. As a fee-paying passenger Ruswarp signed the petition with a paw print.
  • The historic market town of Hawes is 6.5 miles away is the highest market town in England. Why not ride the Little White Bus to visit this lovely Wensleydale town which is situated near the Pennine Way. Home of Wensleydale Creamery, Gayle Mill: a restored 19th Century saw mill, Hardwar Force and Dales countryside museum.
  • In the woods behind the station Red Squirrels live. Visit Snaizeholme Red Squirrel Sanctuary: Widdale Red Squirrel. Take the Little White Bus from Hawes to visit the trail: Visit the Yorkshire Dales National Park Website: https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/ or contact info@yorkshiredales.org.uk

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Guided Walks

FREE guided walks for varying levels from stations on the Leeds-Settle-Carlisle Line – no need for a car and no need to book – just meet us at the station!

group visits

Why not plan a visit with your friends, organisation, community group or school party along the line?

on-train guides

A dedicated team of on train guides travel with pre-booked groups describing the stunning scenery along the line along with all the wonderful facts & figures you always wanted to know about the Settle-Carlisle Railway.

footsteps in time

Explore, discover, relax and enjoy the magic of Ribblehead. We welcome railway enthusiasts, historians, walkers, the photographer, the geologist, the botanist, the cake eater and anyone looking for a great day out.