Settle is a Market Town located on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Settle provides a centre for goods and services to a much larger population with many outlying villages having Settle as their nearest town. Settle also has many tourists and day visitors, particularly in the summer. There are a number of large camping and caravan grounds nearby and the area is very popular with walkers, cyclists and outdoor pursuits.
Settle Town Council is required to set a budget for each financial year, and it is this budget that determines the local council element of your Council Tax Bill. The amount varies by the Council Tax Band of your home. The Council has set a precept for 2026/27 of £183,210.
The Government has announced plans to introduce a visitor levy on overnight stays in hotels, B&Bs, and holiday lets. A consultation is available on GOV.UK.
Join us for Settle's annual Christmas Lights Switch on Event. The festivities start from 12pm. FIREWORKS & LIGHTS SWITCH ON AT 5PM
💥***ADVANCE WARNING*** 💥 FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT 5PM - Marketplace, Settle. On Saturday 29th November 2025 - During the Christmas lights switch on event🎅. PLEASE NOTE that there will be a road closure in operation from 4:30 - 5:30pm.
