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.
The Museum was created by the people of North Craven to reflect life in this area of the Yorkshire Dales. We are museum run by the community for the community, and for our visitors from around the world. To ensure we are here for you and future generations, find out how you can support us.
Sat, 15 February 2025 - Sat, 28 June 2025
An exhibition highlighting the issues facing the curlew today through the stunning photography of Paco Valera, insightful poetry and prose...
Thu, 5 June 2025 - Fri, 26 September 2025
Join one of our volunteers for a tour of The Folly, a stunning grade I listed house in the North...
Sun, 15 June 2025
“A monstrous goat has been seen to skip with hellish glee about the woods, and this perhaps is connected with...
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