Giggleswick comprises a pleasant mixture of 17th centrury cottages, many of them colour-washed, a feast of mullioned windows and drip-mouldings, stocks and a tithe barn. Ducks enjoy the clear waters of Tems Beck which runs through the village. An ancient market cross stands outside the 15th century church, dedicated to St Alkelda who was an Anglo-Saxon princess and martyr, strangled for her faith by the Danes in the 12th century.
A familiar landmark amongst the mountain scenery is the green copper dome of Giggleswick School Chapel, built to commemorate the Victorian Jubilee. Giggleswick public school was founded in 1553 and is very well known. It boasts excellent sports facilities, including a cricket ground complete with pavilion and Lawn Tennis.
Craven Ridge, one of our holiday cottages, is located just outside of the village.
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