Buckden - Upper Wharfedale
Buckden - Upper Wharfedale
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Buckden Parish - Community Website
Buckden Parish - Community Website
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.
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!
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.
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.
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 local residents and visitors.
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 local residents and visitors.
Buckden - News
Buckden - News
News - May 2025 (last updated 08/05/2025)
News - May 2025 (last updated 08/05/2025)
Frank's Funeral - Livestream; The link for the livestream of Frank's funeral is here. https://watch.obitus.com
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Frank's Funeral - Livestream; The link for the livestream of Frank's funeral is here. https://watch.obitus.com
Username is: tibo7381 ; Password is: 672875
Frank's Funeral: A message from Barbara, Jo, Daniel and Avril: Dad’s funeral will be held at 2pm on Friday 9th May at Skipton Crematorium, followed by refreshments at The Gamekeeper’s Inn, Long Ashes. As Dad spent many happy years in Buckden, The Buck Inn will be a space for those who wish to further celebrate his life with a pint and a chat afterwards, things that Dad loved to do.
Frank's Funeral: A message from Barbara, Jo, Daniel and Avril: Dad’s funeral will be held at 2pm on Friday 9th May at Skipton Crematorium, followed by refreshments at The Gamekeeper’s Inn, Long Ashes. As Dad spent many happy years in Buckden, The Buck Inn will be a space for those who wish to further celebrate his life with a pint and a chat afterwards, things that Dad loved to do.
Due to the overwhelming number of messages of support to us and so many of Dad’s friends enquiring about his funeral, it would be really helpful if those wishing to attend at The Gamekeeper’s could please let us know so we make sure we can cater appropriately. Dad loved a good buffet and he wouldn’t want anyone disappointed!
Buckden Annual Parish Meeting - The annual Parish Meeting planned for Wednesday 7th May at 7.00 p.m. has been re-scheduled to take place on Monday 12th May at 7.00 p.m. The meeting will include a report on the parish council's activities during the last year and is an opportunity for parishoners to ask questions and raise issues. The meeting will not this year feature reports from other local groups as advertised here last month and in the Link - it is planned that next year's meeting will revert to that format.
Buckden Parish Council The May PC meeting will immediately follow the annual Parish Meeting on Monday 12th May in the Institute. For details and agenda please go to the Parish Council website
Buckden Parish Council The May PC meeting will immediately follow the annual Parish Meeting on Monday 12th May in the Institute. For details and agenda please go to the Parish Council website
Wharfedale Spring Sing - Buckden Singers will once again be joining with Grassington Singers for a "Spring Sing" concert in Grassington Town Hall on Sunday 4th May at 3.00 p.m. Tickets available from Grassington Hub or on the door - Tickets still available
Buckden Village Quiz The May quiz - the last of the 24/25 Quiz season - will be this Sunday evening (4th May) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz The May quiz - the last of the 24/25 Quiz season - will be this Sunday evening (4th May) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Coffee Morning: The Buckden coffee morning in May will be on Saturday 10th May from 10.30 - 12.30 in the Institute. Coffee and cake - £3. The coffee morning is being run by Grassington Hub who are keen to raise awareness of all the services the Hub offers our updale communities (reception, library, cinema, men's shed, well-being café, lunch club to name but a few) and to highlight opportunities for volunteering if anyone feels so inclined. All welcome – please come along and find out what Grassington Hub has to offer you.
Buckden Coffee Morning: The Buckden coffee morning in May will be on Saturday 10th May from 10.30 - 12.30 in the Institute. Coffee and cake - £3. The coffee morning is being run by Grassington Hub who are keen to raise awareness of all the services the Hub offers our updale communities (reception, library, cinema, men's shed, well-being café, lunch club to name but a few) and to highlight opportunities for volunteering if anyone feels so inclined. All welcome – please come along and find out what Grassington Hub has to offer you.
Buckden Gala - Just seven weeks to go until the Gala. We will shortly be preparing the rota for the day's activities, so if if you can spare an hour or two to help on the afternoon of Saturday 21st June and haven't let us know, please email helpers@buckden.org. Thank you to all those who have already volunteered. Meanwhile, those gardeners among you whether avid and experienced or beginner/erratic, are asked to give some thought to the Buckden Gala Plant Stall when sowing, lifting, shifting and dividing your lovely plants😃. Any extras or excess can make very welcome donations to our stall
Buckden Gala - Just seven weeks to go until the Gala. We will shortly be preparing the rota for the day's activities, so if if you can spare an hour or two to help on the afternoon of Saturday 21st June and haven't let us know, please email helpers@buckden.org. Thank you to all those who have already volunteered. Meanwhile, those gardeners among you whether avid and experienced or beginner/erratic, are asked to give some thought to the Buckden Gala Plant Stall when sowing, lifting, shifting and dividing your lovely plants😃. Any extras or excess can make very welcome donations to our stall
Sunday Buses - A reminder that the Dalesbus Sunday Buses are now running to the summer timetable. Details can be found from the Getting Here page
Sunday Buses - A reminder that the Dalesbus Sunday Buses are now running to the summer timetable. Details can be found from the Getting Here page
David's walk for Cancer Research - A message from David Lusted who is now well on with his challenge: "I’ve been contacted by Yorkshire Cancer Research, asking me to join their month of May campaign to raise funds through sponsorship. At 85¾, I’m flattered that they think I’m capable! Sue and I have just attended the funeral of a dear friend who died of cancer – sadly, this is an event common to so many of us – and it reinforces the need for all of us to help in whatever way we can to fight for solutions. If you’re still reading this (hopefully), I’ve completed this challenge twice before and feel active enough to have a third go. How does it work? One nominates a daily activity for the month – in my case, walking – then set a personal target (100 miles + for the month) and a fundraising goal (at least £500). If you feel able to make a donation – of any amount – please visit: the Yorkshire Cancer Research fundraising page"
David's walk for Cancer Research - A message from David Lusted who is now well on with his challenge: "I’ve been contacted by Yorkshire Cancer Research, asking me to join their month of May campaign to raise funds through sponsorship. At 85¾, I’m flattered that they think I’m capable! Sue and I have just attended the funeral of a dear friend who died of cancer – sadly, this is an event common to so many of us – and it reinforces the need for all of us to help in whatever way we can to fight for solutions. If you’re still reading this (hopefully), I’ve completed this challenge twice before and feel active enough to have a third go. How does it work? One nominates a daily activity for the month – in my case, walking – then set a personal target (100 miles + for the month) and a fundraising goal (at least £500). If you feel able to make a donation – of any amount – please visit: the Yorkshire Cancer Research fundraising page"
Mobile Library - Changes NYC have advised that, following a review of numbers of library users, the duration of the mobile library visits to Buckden is to be reduced to one hour. It is not clear when this change is planned to take efffect but no doubt the libararian will be able to advise. The current schedule of 4 weekly visits on Wednesdays will be maintained. The next visits will be on Wednesday 7th May and Wednesday 4th June. Remember that you can take books from the mobile library back to Grassington Hub (and vice versa) - they are both branches of NYC's library service.
Buckden Duck Race - Diary Date This year's Duck Race will be held on Sunday 27th July at Buckden Bridge. Quack-off - 3.00 p.m. Watch this space for details
Hubberholme Church Events 2025 - Details of Hubberhome Church fund- raising activities and events during 2025 are now available to download
Hubberholme Church Events 2025 - Details of Hubberhome Church fund- raising activities and events during 2025 are now available to download
Kettlewell Film Night - May The last film of the season is ‘Conclave’ and is on Saturday 17 May at 7.30pm. Filled with intrigue and mystery, Conclave is a thought provoking (and very topical) papal drama that delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense by a stellar cast. Ralph Fiennes performance as a potential English pope is compelling.Cert PG. Tickets, adult £6, school age £3. available from the village shop or on the door. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Ice creams served in the interval.
Kettlewell Film Night - May The last film of the season is ‘Conclave’ and is on Saturday 17 May at 7.30pm. Filled with intrigue and mystery, Conclave is a thought provoking (and very topical) papal drama that delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense by a stellar cast. Ralph Fiennes performance as a potential English pope is compelling.Cert PG. Tickets, adult £6, school age £3. available from the village shop or on the door. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Ice creams served in the interval.
Dales Dancing - Those of you who so much enjoyed the traditional Dales Dancing during the second half of the Beresford event in the Institute in April the may be interested in the "Dancing round the Dales" event to be held in Hawes on Friday 9th May 2025. The caller will be Peter Barnard who called the Buckden event and music will be provided by the No Lazy Dancing Dance Band. For details, download the poster for the event. Peter will be staying in Buckden for the next few days and would love to talk to people who have memories of traditional dances in the area. Please download the attached write-up for more info and contact details for Peter
News - April 2025 (last updated 29/04/2025)
News - April 2025 (last updated 29/04/2025)
Frank's Funeral: A message from Barbara, Jo, Daniel and Avril: Dad’s funeral will be held at 2pm on Friday 9th May at Skipton Crematorium, followed by refreshments at The Gamekeeper’s Inn, Long Ashes. As Dad spent many happy years in Buckden, The Buck Inn will be a space for those who wish to further celebrate his life with a pint and a chat afterwards, things that Dad loved to do.
Frank's Funeral: A message from Barbara, Jo, Daniel and Avril: Dad’s funeral will be held at 2pm on Friday 9th May at Skipton Crematorium, followed by refreshments at The Gamekeeper’s Inn, Long Ashes. As Dad spent many happy years in Buckden, The Buck Inn will be a space for those who wish to further celebrate his life with a pint and a chat afterwards, things that Dad loved to do.
Due to the overwhelming number of messages of support to us and so many of Dad’s friends enquiring about his funeral, it would be really helpful if those wishing to attend at The Gamekeeper’s could please let us know so we make sure we can cater appropriately. Dad loved a good buffet and he wouldn’t want anyone disappointed!
Buckden Village Quiz The April quiz will be this Sunday evening (6th April) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz The April quiz will be this Sunday evening (6th April) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday April 12th. 10.30 - 12.30. The April coffee morning in the Institute will be organised by the Parish Council and will be held to raise funds for defibrillator supplies. There are now three defibrillators in the parish and the expenditure on replacement pads (needed each time a defib is used) and new batteries is increasing. Coffee/tea and cakes £3.00. + raffle. Donations of cakes and / or raffle prizes would be very welcome. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday April 12th. 10.30 - 12.30. The April coffee morning in the Institute will be organised by the Parish Council and will be held to raise funds for defibrillator supplies. There are now three defibrillators in the parish and the expenditure on replacement pads (needed each time a defib is used) and new batteries is increasing. Coffee/tea and cakes £3.00. + raffle. Donations of cakes and / or raffle prizes would be very welcome. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Institute AGM - The Institute AGM will be held on Tuesday 29th April in the Institute at 19.00 p.m. Please come along and hear about some important changes affecting the future of the Institute
Buckden Institute AGM - The Institute AGM will be held on Tuesday 29th April in the Institute at 19.00 p.m. Please come along and hear about some important changes affecting the future of the Institute
Dales Music in the Institute - The event featuring the music of the Beresfords from Langstrothdale is now sold out.
Dales Music in the Institute - The event featuring the music of the Beresfords from Langstrothdale is now sold out.
Mobile Library - The Mobile Library will be in the car park on Wednesday 9th April & Wednesday 7th May from 10 - 12.
Date for the diary: Spring Sing - Buckden Singers will once again be joining with Grassington Singers for a "Spring Sing" concert in Grassington Town Hall on Sunday 4th May at 3.00 p.m. Tickets available from Grassington Hub or on the door - Details to follow but please put this musical extrvaganza in your diaries.
Buckden Annual Parish Meeting - The annual Parish Meeting will be held in the Institute on Wednesday 7th May at 7.00 p.m. The meeting will follow a similar format to last year's meeting with a number of speakers from a variety of local groups. Please do come along and hear about what is happening in our community.
Buckden Gala - helpers needed - Planning for Buckden Gala is well underway. We will shortly be contacting people asking for volunteers to help with the stalls etc. on the day. If you are able to spare an hour or two on the afternoon of Saturday 21st June, please email helpers@buckden.org. Thank you
Kettlewell Film Night The April film - "The Critic" - will be on Saturday 19th April at 7.30pm. Sir Ian McKellen stars as a powerful 1930s London theatre critic who becomes entangled in a web of deciet and murder. Cert 15. This film is in English. Adults £6, school age children £3. As usual, bring your own drinks and nibbles. Ice creams served in the interval.
Kettlewell Film Night The April film - "The Critic" - will be on Saturday 19th April at 7.30pm. Sir Ian McKellen stars as a powerful 1930s London theatre critic who becomes entangled in a web of deciet and murder. Cert 15. This film is in English. Adults £6, school age children £3. As usual, bring your own drinks and nibbles. Ice creams served in the interval.
News - March 2025 (01/03/2025)
News - March 2025 (01/03/2025)
Buckden Village Quiz The March quiz will be this Sunday evening (2nd March) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz The March quiz will be this Sunday evening (2nd March) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Coffee Morning - Saturday March 8th. 10.30 - 12.30. The March coffee morning in the Institute will be run by the Upper Wharfedale Playground group to raise funds for repairs to and refurbishment of the children's play area in Kettlewell. Please come along and support this very worthwhile local cause
Buckden Coffee Morning - Saturday March 8th. 10.30 - 12.30. The March coffee morning in the Institute will be run by the Upper Wharfedale Playground group to raise funds for repairs to and refurbishment of the children's play area in Kettlewell. Please come along and support this very worthwhile local cause
Buckden Parish Council - The March meeting of the Parish Council will be on Monday 10th March in the Institute at 19.00 p.m. The agenda will be published on the Parish Council website by 5th March
Buckden Parish Council - The March meeting of the Parish Council will be on Monday 10th March in the Institute at 19.00 p.m. The agenda will be published on the Parish Council website by 5th March
Dominoes Night - There will be a Dominoes night in the Institute on Saturday 29th March at 7.30 p.m. £2pp, any surplus will go to Air Ambulance. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. To book your place, please email dominoes@buckden.org
Dominoes Night - There will be a Dominoes night in the Institute on Saturday 29th March at 7.30 p.m. £2pp, any surplus will go to Air Ambulance. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. To book your place, please email dominoes@buckden.org
Mobile Library - Nick from the Mobile Library service has asked us to remind everyone that the mobile library visits Buckden once a month and can be found in the car park . Forthcoming visit dates are Wednesday 12th March, Wednesday 9th April & Wednesday 7th May from 10 - 12.
Date for the diary: Spring Sing - Buckden Singers will once again be joining with Grassington Singers for a "Spring Sing" concert in Grassington Town Hall on Sunday 4th May at 3.00 p.m. - Details to follow but please put this musical extrvaganza in your diaries.
Date for the diary: Spring Sing - Buckden Singers will once again be joining with Grassington Singers for a "Spring Sing" concert in Grassington Town Hall on Sunday 4th May at 3.00 p.m. - Details to follow but please put this musical extrvaganza in your diaries.
Kettlewell Film Night The March film will be on 22 March at 7.30pm. ‘Touch’ is a poignant story of an elderly Icelandic widower who embarks on an epic quest to find his long-lost first love after their clandestine love affair in 1960s London was cut brutally short by the obligations of family. Cert 15. This film is in Icelandic, Japanese and English languages with appropriate subtitles. Adults £6, school age children £3. As usual, bring your own drinks and nibbles. Ice creams served in the interval.
Kettlewell Film Night The March film will be on 22 March at 7.30pm. ‘Touch’ is a poignant story of an elderly Icelandic widower who embarks on an epic quest to find his long-lost first love after their clandestine love affair in 1960s London was cut brutally short by the obligations of family. Cert 15. This film is in Icelandic, Japanese and English languages with appropriate subtitles. Adults £6, school age children £3. As usual, bring your own drinks and nibbles. Ice creams served in the interval.
News - February 2025 (last updated 13/02/25)
News - February 2025 (last updated 13/02/25)
Lisa's Funeral Lisa Lacey (Aldred) who used to live at The Mad Hatter (Greystones), sadly died on Sunday. Her funeral will be on Friday 21st February at 3pm at Skipton Crematorium, followed by the wake at Venue in Skipton.
News - January 2025 (last updated 29/01/25)
News - January 2025 (last updated 29/01/25)
New Hubberholme Footpath – Opening The NT invites parishioners to a special event celebrating the opening of the new footpath at Hubberholme, an exciting addition to our local area that we hope will be enjoyed by all. Thursday 30th January; Meet at 10:00 AM in Buckden Car Park. The event will begin with a walk from Buckden Car Park to the new footpath, where the official opening ceremony will be conducted by Colin Speakman from the Dales Way Association. Following the ceremony, we will take a stroll along the newly opened path to enjoy its beauty and significance firsthand. Afterwards, we are warmly invited you to celebrate the opening at Buckden Village Institute with drinks and light refreshments. Please advise Peter Katic if you plan to participate Peter.Katic@nationaltrust.org.uk
Buckden Village Quiz The February quiz will be this Sunday evening (2nd Feb) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz The February quiz will be this Sunday evening (2nd Feb) at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Macmillan Coffee Morning It’s time for a Macmillan Coffee Morning and you’re invited! Let’s do whatever it takes to support people living with cancer. Buckden Village Institute; Saturday 8th February - 10.30 a.m – 12.30 a.m. Coffee / Tea and cake - £3. Raffle; Donations of cakes and raffle prizes would be much appreciated. Contact: Sandra Kilvington
Buckden Gala 2025 - Don't forget to put the date of this year's Gala in your diary. Saturday 21st June from 12ish to 4.30ish
Buckden Gala 2025 - Don't forget to put the date of this year's Gala in your diary. Saturday 21st June from 12ish to 4.30ish
Buckden – Hubberholme Planet Trail As part of the Dark Skies Festival 10th Anniversary, the Yorkshire Dales National Park is staging a "Planet Trail" from 01 Feb to 02 Mar 2025. This gentle walk (without stiles) takes you north from Buckden along the River Wharfe to the tiny hamlet of Hubberholme, with a lesson on the solar system along the way! Download the poster here
Buckden – Hubberholme Planet Trail As part of the Dark Skies Festival 10th Anniversary, the Yorkshire Dales National Park is staging a "Planet Trail" from 01 Feb to 02 Mar 2025. This gentle walk (without stiles) takes you north from Buckden along the River Wharfe to the tiny hamlet of Hubberholme, with a lesson on the solar system along the way! Download the poster here
Hubberholme Land Letting: The Poor Pasture Land Letting service at St Michael and All Angels, Hubberholme and subsequent auction of the Poor Pasture at the George which was planned to take place tonight (Monday 6th January), has been postponed. It has been reschduled for Monday 10th February
Hubberholme Land Letting: The Poor Pasture Land Letting service at St Michael and All Angels, Hubberholme and subsequent auction of the Poor Pasture at the George which was planned to take place tonight (Monday 6th January), has been postponed. It has been reschduled for Monday 10th February
Board Games Cafe Following the very successful evening in October, Angie and Paul Wood are kindly hosting another Board Games Cafe in the Institute on Saturday 22 February, 7.30pm. There will be a selection of different modern board games to play in small groups, with guidance from Angie and Paul as to how to play. It is a fun event, and at a bargain price of just £3 per person including a pudding, we hope that this event will be well supported. As there is some catering involved we will need to know the numbers attending. Please email tickets@buckden.org to reserve your place
Dales music in the Institute: Places are going quickly for the afternoon celebrating the music of present day Beresfords and the traditional Dales dance tunes of the Langstrothdale Beresford/Cockerill clans. Sunday April 13th 2024 2pm to 5pm in Buckden Village Institute. Entry Free, but charity donations welcome. Download details here . Please reserve your place by emailing beresford @buckden.org
News - December 2024 (last updated 22/12/24)
News - December 2024 (last updated 22/12/24)
Buckden Village Quiz: The January Quiz will be on Sunday 5th January 2025 at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz: The January Quiz will be on Sunday 5th January 2025 at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday January 11th. 10.30 - 12.30. The January coffee morning in the Institute will be organised by the Parish Council and will be held to raise funds for defibrillator supplies. There are now three defibrillators in the parish and the expenditure on replacement pads (needed each time a defib is used) and new batteries is increasing. Coffee/tea and cakes £3.00. + raffle. Donations of cakes and / or raffle prizes would be very welcome. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday January 11th. 10.30 - 12.30. The January coffee morning in the Institute will be organised by the Parish Council and will be held to raise funds for defibrillator supplies. There are now three defibrillators in the parish and the expenditure on replacement pads (needed each time a defib is used) and new batteries is increasing. Coffee/tea and cakes £3.00. + raffle. Donations of cakes and / or raffle prizes would be very welcome. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Carol Singing around the village 6.30 p.m. on Christmas Eve meeting outside The Buck Inn. Carol sheets provided. Bring a torch, wrap up warm and enjoy the festive tradition. All welcome. The collection will be in aid of The Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Further info contact Sandra on 760246
Christmas at St Michaels:
Christmas Eve (Tuesday, December 24):
Christingle Making - Buckden Schoolroom - 10.30 a.m.
A Crib and Christingle Service at St Michael and All Angels Church, Hubberholme, at 4pm.
A Midnight Communion Service at St Michael and All Angels Church, Hubberholme, at 11.30pm.
Sunday, December 29:
Carols by Candlelight at St Michael and All Angels Church, Hubberholme, at 7pm.
New footpath: The National Trust has now opened the new section of the Dalesway between Buckden and Hubberholme reducing the need to walk on the road. The new section runs between the penultimate gate before Dubbs Lane to the water pumping station near Wharfeside House, following the river for most of the way. Thanks to Peter Katic and Patrick who have put in a lot of work to make this happen.
Sleeping Beauty Badapple Theatre in association with Rural Arts on Tour presents Sleeping Beauty and the Beast at 1.00pm on Monday 23 December. Hilarious new Panto mashup with classic pantomime - japes, songs and costume changes galore - The show will last for an hour. Followed by the Children's Christmas PartyTickets £10 adults, £5 children available from Kettlewell village shop, Rural Arts, or on the door. Local children and Kettlewell schoolchildren free. Come and join the festive fun
Buckden Burns Night 25 January 2025 7.30 p.m. Buckden Institute. Piping the Haggis & Burns' Night Meal followed by Quiz and Singing; Other Performances and Dancing Encouraged! £15 per head; Email: burns@buckden.org to reserve your places. Please let us know if you require a vegetarian meal. Burns Night Quiz; In aid of Yorkshire Air Ambulance
Buckden Burns Night 25 January 2025 7.30 p.m. Buckden Institute. Piping the Haggis & Burns' Night Meal followed by Quiz and Singing; Other Performances and Dancing Encouraged! £15 per head; Email: burns@buckden.org to reserve your places. Please let us know if you require a vegetarian meal. Burns Night Quiz; In aid of Yorkshire Air Ambulance
Buckden Parish Council minutes The minutes of the extra ordinary meeting of Buckden PC, held on 4th December are now available on the Buckden PC website
Mobile Library Changes: From 15th January onwards the mobile library will visit both Buckden and Kettlewell on the same day, Buckden in the morning from 10-12, and Kettlewell in the afternoon from 1-3. The upcoming dates are :
Wed 15th January Buckden 10-12 followed by Kettlewell 1pm to 3pm
Wed 12th February Buckden 10-12 followed by Kettlewell 1pm to 3pm
Wed 12th March Buckden 10-12 followed by Kettlewell 1pm to 3pm
Dales music in the Institute: An afternoon celebrating the music of present day Beresfords and the traditional Dales dance tunes of the Langstrothdale Beresford/Cockerill clans. Sunday April 13th 2024 2pm to 5pm in Buckden Village Institute. Entry Free, but charity donations welcome. Background & programme here. Please reserve your place by emailing beresford @buckden.org
News - November 2024 (last updated 26/11/24)
News - November 2024 (last updated 26/11/24)
Buckden Village Quiz: The December quiz will be on Sunday 1st December at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz: The December quiz will be on Sunday 1st December at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday December 7th. 10.30 - 12.30. The December coffee morning in the Institute will be in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Coffee/tea and cakes £3.00. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday December 7th. 10.30 - 12.30. The December coffee morning in the Institute will be in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Coffee/tea and cakes £3.00. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Christmas wreath making workshop in the village hall on Thursday 28th November 1:30 pm with Ruth Hall, popular florist from Kilnsey. Contact Debbie if you would like to attend.
Christmas wreath making workshop in the village hall on Thursday 28th November 1:30 pm with Ruth Hall, popular florist from Kilnsey. Contact Debbie if you would like to attend.
Advent Course: Haphazard by Starlight This year’s Advent course is a joint course run by the parishes that make up Upper Wharfedale, co-led by Revd Matthew Wood and Revd Tom Lusty. The course will run for four weeks from Tuesday 26 November. It is a morning session (11am – 12noon) either ‘up dale’ or ‘down dale’. Click here for a poster with course details
Buckden Singers Christmas Concert Tickets are selling briskly for the Christmas Concert in Kettlewell Village Hall on Saturday 14th December at 3.00 p.m. Tickets £8 to include seasonal refreshments. Order yours by emailing tickets@buckden.org or call Anne on 760882.
Buckden Singers Christmas Concert Tickets are selling briskly for the Christmas Concert in Kettlewell Village Hall on Saturday 14th December at 3.00 p.m. Tickets £8 to include seasonal refreshments. Order yours by emailing tickets@buckden.org or call Anne on 760882.
Upper Wharfedale Refugee Christmas collection - Click here for details of the Upper Wharfdale Christmas collection for refugees. Donations in Buckden can also be left with Angie at West Winds
Upper Wharfedale Refugee Christmas collection - Click here for details of the Upper Wharfdale Christmas collection for refugees. Donations in Buckden can also be left with Angie at West Winds
Buckden Parish Council minutes The November meeting minutes are now available on the Buckden PC website
Christingle Making - At 10.30am on Christmas Eve there will be a Christingle making workshop in Buckden School Room. No previous experience is necessary as there will be folk present who have done it before. These Christingles will then be used in the service at Hubberholme Church at 4.00pm. Please come along and join in the Christmas activity.
Sleeping Beauty Badapple Theatre in association with Rural Arts on Tour presents Sleeping Beauty and the Beast at 1.00pm on Monday 23 December. Hilarious new Panto mashup with classic pantomime - japes, songs and costume changes galore - The show will last for an hour. Followed by the Children's Christmas PartyTickets £10 adults, £5 children available from Kettlewell village shop, Rural Arts, or on the door. Local children and Kettlewell schoolchildren free. Come and join the festive fun
Updates - 1/11/24
Updates - 1/11/24
Dalesbus Sunday Service - Winter timetable The winter timetable starts this weekend - Sunday 27th October - with the DalesBus 874 running between Wetherby, Leeds, Ilkley, Bolton Abbey, Grassington, Kettlewell and Buckden at slightly changed times. DalesBus services 875 and 876 to Hawes have now finished for the winter. The Upper Wharfdale Venturer 72B servcie is unchnaged. The new 874 timetable is avalable here
Dalesbus Sunday Service - Winter timetable The winter timetable starts this weekend - Sunday 27th October - with the DalesBus 874 running between Wetherby, Leeds, Ilkley, Bolton Abbey, Grassington, Kettlewell and Buckden at slightly changed times. DalesBus services 875 and 876 to Hawes have now finished for the winter. The Upper Wharfdale Venturer 72B servcie is unchnaged. The new 874 timetable is avalable here
News - October 2024 (last updated 25/10/24)
News - October 2024 (last updated 25/10/24)
Dalesbus Sunday Service - Winter timetable The winter timetable starts this weekend - Sunday 27th October - with the DalesBus 874 running between Wetherby, Leeds, Ilkley, Bolton Abbey, Grassington, Kettlewell and Buckden at slightly changed times. DalesBus services 875 and 876 to Hawes have now finished for the winter. The Upper Wharfdale Venturer 72B servcie is unchnaged. The new 874 timetable is avalable here
Dalesbus Sunday Service - Winter timetable The winter timetable starts this weekend - Sunday 27th October - with the DalesBus 874 running between Wetherby, Leeds, Ilkley, Bolton Abbey, Grassington, Kettlewell and Buckden at slightly changed times. DalesBus services 875 and 876 to Hawes have now finished for the winter. The Upper Wharfdale Venturer 72B servcie is unchnaged. The new 874 timetable is avalable here
Buckden website changes Further to the WhatsApp item on the website changes a couple of weeks back, the development of the new Buckden Village site has happened more quickly than expected, and it is now live – as you will have noticed if you are reading this. The new Buckden Singers www.singers.buckden.org and Buckden Institute www..institute@buckden.org sites have gone live at the same time and the Parish Council site www.pc.buckden.org went live a couple of weeks back. The old site is still accessible at www.archive.buckden.org There is a lot of tidying up still to do which may cause the odd hiccup - if you hit a problem, please drop an email to website@buckden.org . If you missed the update on why these changes have happened, it is here
Buckden website changes Further to the WhatsApp item on the website changes a couple of weeks back, the development of the new Buckden Village site has happened more quickly than expected, and it is now live – as you will have noticed if you are reading this. The new Buckden Singers www.singers.buckden.org and Buckden Institute www..institute@buckden.org sites have gone live at the same time and the Parish Council site www.pc.buckden.org went live a couple of weeks back. The old site is still accessible at www.archive.buckden.org There is a lot of tidying up still to do which may cause the odd hiccup - if you hit a problem, please drop an email to website@buckden.org . If you missed the update on why these changes have happened, it is here
NY Council Consultation - Let's talk Money North Yorkshire Council is consulting on priorities for NYC expenditure To read about the subject and to give your view on poriorities, please go to the Parish Council general communications page
Sunday Services in Upper Wharfedale and Littondale: Tom and the churchwardens are seeking opinions from parishioners about potential changes to service times around the parish. Click on the link to read about what is proposed and to have your say
Sunday Services in Upper Wharfedale and Littondale: Tom and the churchwardens are seeking opinions from parishioners about potential changes to service times around the parish. Click on the link to read about what is proposed and to have your say
Buckden Village Quiz: The November quiz will be on Sunday 3rd November at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz: The November quiz will be on Sunday 3rd November at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday November 9th. 10.30 - 12.30. The November coffee morning in the Institute will in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Coffee Morning: Saturday November 9th. 10.30 - 12.30. The November coffee morning in the Institute will in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal. Please come along and support this very worthwhile cause
Buckden Bonfire Night: The annual Parish bonfire will be on Tuesday 5 November at 6.00 p.m. As last year, there will be a Jacob's Join with liquid refreshment provided in the form of mulled wine and a selection of soft drinks. All welcome. Please do not start bringing stuff to burn yet - a message will go on the community WhatsApp group when it is time to start.
Buckden Bonfire Night: The annual Parish bonfire will be on Tuesday 5 November at 6.00 p.m. As last year, there will be a Jacob's Join with liquid refreshment provided in the form of mulled wine and a selection of soft drinks. All welcome. Please do not start bringing stuff to burn yet - a message will go on the community WhatsApp group when it is time to start.
Christmas Craft Workshop by former Buckden resident Sarah Perry. To be held in Buckden Village Institute on Tuesday 19th November 10.30am - 3pm. We will make Christmas decorations & gifts - £10 to include materials, mince pies & refreshments. Bring your own lunch and a pair of scissors To book your place contact Sandra Kilvington 07976 855072. Proceeds to Upper Wharfedale Churches
Christmas Craft Workshop by former Buckden resident Sarah Perry. To be held in Buckden Village Institute on Tuesday 19th November 10.30am - 3pm. We will make Christmas decorations & gifts - £10 to include materials, mince pies & refreshments. Bring your own lunch and a pair of scissors To book your place contact Sandra Kilvington 07976 855072. Proceeds to Upper Wharfedale Churches
Christmas wreath making workshop in the village hall on Thursday 28th November 1:30 pm with Ruth Hall, popular florist from Kilnsey. More details nearer the time, but please put the date in your diary if you are interested.
Christmas wreath making workshop in the village hall on Thursday 28th November 1:30 pm with Ruth Hall, popular florist from Kilnsey. More details nearer the time, but please put the date in your diary if you are interested.
Buckden Singers Christmas Concert: will take place in Kettlewell Village Hall on Saturday 14th December at 3.00pm. Carols, choir pieces and audience participation. Christmas refreshments included in the ticket price of £8. These are available from tickets@buckden.org or by ringing Anne or Peter Vetch on 01756 760882
Buckden Singers Christmas Concert: will take place in Kettlewell Village Hall on Saturday 14th December at 3.00pm. Carols, choir pieces and audience participation. Christmas refreshments included in the ticket price of £8. These are available from tickets@buckden.org or by ringing Anne or Peter Vetch on 01756 760882
The George Inn - Festive Menu: Message from Ed: “Hi Folks. Its time to start planning for Christmas !! so we are announcing the launch of our festive menu at The George for December 2024 (could be the last year - but don't hold your breath). Every Wednesday , Thursday and Friday lunchtime 12.00 for 12.30 and evenings 18.00 for 18.30 from Wednesday 4th to Friday 20th - group bookings of 4 to 22. Why not start with a gluhwein from our Christmas Grotto then sit down pull your cracker, don your hat, groan at the jokes and let the fun commence. We look forward to lots of local support as always. Just drop us a mail or give us a call. Best wishes from all at The George"
The George Inn - Festive Menu: Message from Ed: “Hi Folks. Its time to start planning for Christmas !! so we are announcing the launch of our festive menu at The George for December 2024 (could be the last year - but don't hold your breath). Every Wednesday , Thursday and Friday lunchtime 12.00 for 12.30 and evenings 18.00 for 18.30 from Wednesday 4th to Friday 20th - group bookings of 4 to 22. Why not start with a gluhwein from our Christmas Grotto then sit down pull your cracker, don your hat, groan at the jokes and let the fun commence. We look forward to lots of local support as always. Just drop us a mail or give us a call. Best wishes from all at The George"
Dark Sky Reserve Lighting in the Yorkshire Dales. YDNPA informal free event which will take place on Monday, 11 November 2024 - 5.30 - 7pm at Yoredale, Bainbridge, DL8 3EL. For more information and to sign up to attend, please use this link: Dark Sky Workshop
Dark Sky Reserve Lighting in the Yorkshire Dales. YDNPA informal free event which will take place on Monday, 11 November 2024 - 5.30 - 7pm at Yoredale, Bainbridge, DL8 3EL. For more information and to sign up to attend, please use this link: Dark Sky Workshop
News - September 2024 (updated 29/09/24)
News - September 2024 (updated 29/09/24)
Buckden Coffee Morning - Saturday October 5th. 10.30 - 12.30. The October coffee morning in the Institute will be run by the Upper Wharfedale Playground group to raise funds for repairs to and refurbishment of the children's play area in Kettlewell. Please come along and support this very worthwhile local cause
Buckden Coffee Morning - Saturday October 5th. 10.30 - 12.30. The October coffee morning in the Institute will be run by the Upper Wharfedale Playground group to raise funds for repairs to and refurbishment of the children's play area in Kettlewell. Please come along and support this very worthwhile local cause
Buckden Village Quiz - The October quiz owill be this on Sunday 6th October at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Buckden Village Quiz - The October quiz owill be this on Sunday 6th October at The Buck Inn, Buckden. Take your seats from: 7.00 p.m. Quiz starts: 7.30 p.m. Entry fee - £2.50 per person. In aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Everyone welcome. Further info – email: quiz@buckden.org
Board Games Cafe On Saturday October 19th (7.30 p.m.) there will be a Board Games Cafe in the Institute with the opportunity to learn some new games under expert coaching. All over 14s welcome. £3 Entry (under 18’s free). £3 entry include a dessert and a hot drink. (Bring your own alcoholic drinks).
Board Games Cafe On Saturday October 19th (7.30 p.m.) there will be a Board Games Cafe in the Institute with the opportunity to learn some new games under expert coaching. All over 14s welcome. £3 Entry (under 18’s free). £3 entry include a dessert and a hot drink. (Bring your own alcoholic drinks).
Upper Wharfedale Bus - Job Vacancy. There is a vacancy for a part time bus driver on the Venturer. Click here for details
Upper Wharfedale Bus - Job Vacancy. There is a vacancy for a part time bus driver on the Venturer. Click here for details
Grassington Hub Grassington Hub is the focus of many community resources and activities which are accessible to all our up-dale communities. Please click here to find out about the wide range of services available to us all in Upper Wharfedale and how to access them.
Grassington Hub Grassington Hub is the focus of many community resources and activities which are accessible to all our up-dale communities. Please click here to find out about the wide range of services available to us all in Upper Wharfedale and how to access them.
Grassington Hub - Job Vacancy here is a vacancy for a part time Volunteer Coordinator and Admin Assistant at Grassington Hub. Click here for details
Grassington Hub - Job Vacancy here is a vacancy for a part time Volunteer Coordinator and Admin Assistant at Grassington Hub. Click here for details
Buck Inn Monthly Dales Music & Song Pub Sessions The first session of the new Autumn/Winter season at the Buck will be on Sunday 20 October (not the 13th as previously announced) from 2pm to 5pm to fit in with the Dalesbus Summer timetable. There may well contributions by the Yorkshire Dialect Society this time. Thereafter the second Sunday in the month. All welcome - musicians, singers and poets to perform, others to sit and listen.
Buck Inn Monthly Dales Music & Song Pub Sessions The first session of the new Autumn/Winter season at the Buck will be on Sunday 20 October (not the 13th as previously announced) from 2pm to 5pm to fit in with the Dalesbus Summer timetable. There may well contributions by the Yorkshire Dialect Society this time. Thereafter the second Sunday in the month. All welcome - musicians, singers and poets to perform, others to sit and listen.
Dark Sky Reserve The Yorkshire Dales National Park is hosting a training event on Dark Sky Reserve Lighting in the Yorkshire Dales. The event focuses on best practices for minimizing light pollution, particularly aimed at local businesses, tradespeople, landowners and holiday accommodation providers within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This is an informal, FREE event which will take place on Monday, 11 November 2024 at 5.30 - 7pm. Location: Yoredale, Bainbridge, DL8 3EL For more information and to sign up to attend, please click here
Dark Sky Reserve The Yorkshire Dales National Park is hosting a training event on Dark Sky Reserve Lighting in the Yorkshire Dales. The event focuses on best practices for minimizing light pollution, particularly aimed at local businesses, tradespeople, landowners and holiday accommodation providers within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. This is an informal, FREE event which will take place on Monday, 11 November 2024 at 5.30 - 7pm. Location: Yoredale, Bainbridge, DL8 3EL For more information and to sign up to attend, please click here
Let's Talk Active is part of NYC's series of Let’s Talk conversations with you. The conversations are part of our continued commitment to listen to people who live and work in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Council wants to hear from you! To fill in the online survey at click here. The council would like to know if you are physically active, what is important to you about being active, and any barriers you face. This will help them to develop council leisure facilities and community-based sport and leisure services now and in the future. To watch a short video about the survey here click here
Let's Talk Active is part of NYC's series of Let’s Talk conversations with you. The conversations are part of our continued commitment to listen to people who live and work in North Yorkshire. North Yorkshire Council wants to hear from you! To fill in the online survey at click here. The council would like to know if you are physically active, what is important to you about being active, and any barriers you face. This will help them to develop council leisure facilities and community-based sport and leisure services now and in the future. To watch a short video about the survey here click here
Recycle It - New item listed - Click here for details
Recycle It - New item listed - Click here for details
October Link Click here for the October edition of The Link.
October Link Click here for the October edition of The Link.
UWRSG Update & Blankets for Abigail. The regular update from the Refugee Support Group, along with details of the raffle for a baby's blanket to be held at Yarndale Festival. Click here to read
UWRSG Update & Blankets for Abigail. The regular update from the Refugee Support Group, along with details of the raffle for a baby's blanket to be held at Yarndale Festival. Click here to read
Just Coasting - Reminder "Our Walk around the Coast of Britain" – An illustrated talk by Cliff and Jill Gosden. Friday 25 October. Price £10. Includes: Pie and Pea Supper, Tea/Coffee/Biscuits, Vegetarian Option. Buckden Village Institute 6.15 for 6.30pm
Just Coasting - Reminder "Our Walk around the Coast of Britain" – An illustrated talk by Cliff and Jill Gosden. Friday 25 October. Price £10. Includes: Pie and Pea Supper, Tea/Coffee/Biscuits, Vegetarian Option. Buckden Village Institute 6.15 for 6.30pm
The following item posted 18th September
The following item posted 18th September
Buckden Parish Council The next PC meeting will be on Monday 23rd September 2024 at 7pm, in Buckden Schoolroom. Click here to download the agenda.
Buckden Parish Council The next PC meeting will be on Monday 23rd September 2024 at 7pm, in Buckden Schoolroom. Click here to download the agenda.
The following item posted 3rd September
The following item posted 3rd September
Buckden Parish Council - Due to unforeseen circumstances, the PC meeting which was planned for Monday 9th September has been postponed until Monday 23rd September at 7.00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Schoolroom as the Institute is not available that night.
Buckden Parish Council - Due to unforeseen circumstances, the PC meeting which was planned for Monday 9th September has been postponed until Monday 23rd September at 7.00 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Schoolroom as the Institute is not available that night.
News items prior to September 2024 can be found on the Archived Buckden website
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