The Folly is a unique Grade I listed gentry house. Built in 1679 as a gentleman’s residence and lawyer’s office, it has also been a farm, a lodging house, a furniture warehouse, doctor’s surgery, holiday let and even a fish and chip shop.
Discover the stories of Settle and its surroundings and check out our changing exhibitions featuring art, history and everything in between!
Bringing children? Explore the museum together with our Fun at the Folly family trail.
Tue, 9 April 2024 - Tue, 3 December 2024
The spectacular landscape of the Yorkshire Dales is witness to over 400 million years of dramatic geological history, shaped by...
Sat, 5 October 2024 - Sat, 4 January 2025
Translating the Body raises questions about ‘art photography’ and the female body, and the power dynamic between art photographer and...
Sat, 5 October 2024 - Sat, 4 January 2025
Elizabeth Smith’s powerful monochrome landscapes capture the distilled-down essence of Yorkshire’s hill country. Having spent a lifetime walking in the...
Victoria Street, Settle, North Yorkshire, BD24 9EY
The Museum is normally open:
Tuesday – Saturday and bank holiday Mondays, 11:00am to 4:00pm (last admission 3:30pm)
We close for around 6 weeks in January and February each year
The Folly Coffee House is open:
Monday-Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm
THE FOLLY Victoria Street Settle North Yorkshire BD24 9EY