Buckden Parish Community Web-site

The parish of Buckden lies on the Dales Way, at the northern end of Wharfedale and consists of the village itself, nestling under the impressive bulk of Buckden Pike, as well as the hamlets of Cray, Hubberholme, Raisgill, Yockenthwaite, Deepdale, Beckermonds, Oughtershaw and Greenfield. Set in the heart of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park, Buckden is a popular destination for walkers and holidaymakers, with excellent walking and many delightful places to eat, drink and stay!

There is a thriving local community with many events taking place throughout the year. The principal commercial activities are farming and tourism with many businesses catering for the visitor, as well as for local residents. 

This web-site has been created under the leadership of the Parish Council to provide a source of information about the village and the area, for both visitors and local residents.

Buckden Gala Dance 2008 - Enjoy a night out, a good laugh and a bit of exercise all at once at this year’s official Buckden Gala Dance. A chance to go wild in good company, dancing Dales-style to live music provided by the Tim Boothman Band. Buckden Village Hall, Saturday 5 July 2008, 8pm to midnight. Cakes and soft drinks included in ticket price. Bring your own favourite beer, wine or cider. Dancing expertise completely unnecessary. No dance partner needed either! Suitable for all ages – children, young adults, young-ish, old-ish and not-tellings. Tickets £5 in advance (under-14s free) from West Winds Yorkshire Tearooms in Buckden (up the lane beside the Buck Inn); call 01756 760883 or e-mail lynn@westwindsinyorkshire.co.uk Tickets also on the door at £7 (subject to availability).