Grassington is a village in Wharfedale, North Yorkshire, England. The village is surrounded by limestone scenery. Nearby villages include Linton, Threshfield, Hebden, Conistone and Kilnsey.

Grassington as a settlement dates back to around 7^th Century AD. Around Grassington is rich in archaeological sites dating back to the Bronze age, with much agricultural development during Roman times. A large area of ancient woodland called Grass Woods, including the Iron-Age fort, Fort Gregory (also known as Gregory's Fort), is about a mile north-west of Grassington.

In 1282, Grassington was granted a Royal Charter giving it market town status, the market was held regularly until about 1860.

During the 15^thCentury lead mining began near Grassington. Later, exerienced miners migrated from Cornwall an Swaledale to settle in and around Grassington. In the 16^th Century, The Duke of Devonshire became the Lord of the Manor of Grassington.

In the 17^th Century, lead mining became more important and brought prosperity to Grassington and the surrounding area.

In the late 18^th and 19^th Century the Yorkshire Dales Railway was opened, with the line coming to Thresfield in 1901. The railway brought in many more visitors, and workers for the developing local limestone quarries.

Grassington is mainly a residential and tourist centre in Upper Wharfedale with many small shops, restaurants and Hotels. The Yorkshire Dales National Park information centre is situated on Hebden Road, Grassington, and is a popular stop for coach parties. Farming and agriculture is still strong in and around Grassington.

Why not visit the Grassington Folk Museum, in the square at Grassington, a few steps from the Devonshire Hotel.