By Car

We recommend exiting the A1 motorway at junction 50 and taking the A61 towards Ripon. On arrival at the ‘Clock Tower’ traffic light junction, take the A6108 towards the village of North Stainley. For those with satellite navigation, the postcode is HG4 3HT.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is Thirsk, with direct services from Manchester, Leeds, York, Middlesbrough and London. For train times and services, please visit National Rail Enquiries.

By Bus

Service 70 operates from Thirsk railway station to Ripon bus station, with service 159 operating directly from Ripon market place to Lightwater Valley (please note these services do not operate on Sundays or Bank Holidays). For full timetables, please visit Dales & District.

From Leeds and Harrogate, the Transdev 36 runs daily to Ripon bus station.