Our 5 most frequently asked questions (please see below for all other FAQs)
Is there accessible parking at Skipton Auction Mart?
An area is reserved for accessible parking close to the Wharfedale Entrance – please follow signs and ask the stewards to direct you on arrival.
The Mart is wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets are situated outside the Entrances/Exits. To see where the toilets and Exits are in advance, you can view our plan here.
Can I get a refund or exchange my ticket or time slot if I can no longer come?
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged.
I am accompanying someone to Yarndale as their carer, do I have to purchase a ticket?
Carers are free of charge. Please select the “Free Carer” option when selecting an entry time when booking your ticket. All carers must be accompanied by a fee paying ticket holder. Please ensure that you book your Carer ticket at the same time as booking your ticket.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not allowed in the Mart (not even really well behaved ones!) Assistance dogs are the only exception.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own picnic. Seating is available throughout the mart.
All other FAQs
About Yarndale
Where is Yarndale held?
The address is: Skipton Auction Mart, Gargrave Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 1UD
What are the dates for Yarndale 2025?
Saturday 27th September and Sunday 28th September 2025
What are the opening times of the show?
Saturday: 10.00 – 17.30, Sunday: 10.00 – 16.30
Which Exhibitors are joining Yarndale 2025?
This list is not yet available. The Yarndale 2024 list is available here.
How do I get to Yarndale?
Please click here for more information.
Is there a plan of the mart?
A plan for Yarndale 2025 will be available closer to the event. The Yarndale 2024 plan can be viewed here. It will also be included in the show guide you will receive on entry as well as lots of other useful information to help you plan your day.
Tickets
How much are the tickets?
Single Day tickets are £17.00 + £2.50 Booking Fee. Weekend tickets are £32.00 + £2.50 Booking Fee. Tickets on the door are available after 12.30pm for £20.00.
What is included in the cost of the ticket?
The ticket price includes a complimentary show guide on arrival full of inspiration and ideas and including free patterns, access to our Talks programme, drop-in sessions with Making Space and transport from the Rotary Charity Car Park or from Skipton railway station.
Is there a Weekend Ticket?
Yes. Weekend tickets are £32.00 + £2.50 Booking Fee.
What does the booking fee cover?
The booking fee covers the costs of processing your order and applies to both print at home and e-tickets to cover deploying technology, including the cost of the ticketing software. The booking fee applies per ticket.
Do my children need a ticket?
Yes. There is free admittance for children under 16 with an accompanying ticket-holding adult. Please select the “Child” option when selecting a time slot when booking your ticket. All children under 16 must be accompanied by a fee paying ticket holder. Please ensure that you book your under 16 ticket at the same time as booking your ticket.
I am accompanying someone to Yarndale as their carer, do I have to purchase a ticket?
Carers are free of charge. Please select the “Free Carer” option when selecting an entry time when booking your ticket. All carers must be accompanied by a fee paying ticket holder. Please ensure that you book your Carer ticket at the same time as booking your ticket.
Will there be timed entry this year?
Yes. Entry to the show will be possible from the time chosen. Timed entry helps to reduce queues, ease congestion and manage the flow into the Mart.
How many entry times will there be?
Entry times are from 10.00am, 10.30am, 11.00am, 11.30am, 12.00pm.
What happens if I arrive later than my arrival time?
No problem, just join the queue. / show your ticket at the entrance.
Can I stay as long as I want after entry or do I have to leave after a certain time?
You can stay as long as you wish once you have been admitted. The show closes at 5.30pm on Saturday and 4.30pm on Sunday.
Once I’m in the Mart, can I go out and come back in again?
Yes, you can come in and out. Make sure you have your wristband visible for re-entry to the show.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Tickets will be available on the door from 12.30pm onwards on both days. The cost per ticket will be £20.00
I’ve ordered a ticket. Why have I not yet received it?
If you set up an account when you purchased your tickets please login here to download them.
Refunds & Exchanges
Can I get a refund or exchange my ticket or entry time if I can no longer come?
Tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged.
Can I swap the day I’m coming?
It is not possible to exchange your ticket for another day.
Can I change my ticket to a different entry time?
No, it is not possible to change your ticket to a different time, due to the careful monitoring of ticket numbers over the weekend.
Parking & Accessibility
Does Skipton Auction Mart have a car park?
There is extremely limited parking at the Mart. We recommend you use the town centre car parks, including the Rotary Charity Car Park on The Bailey, or public transport.
Is there accessible parking at Skipton Auction Mart?
An area will be reserved for accessible parking – please ask the stewards to point out this area on arrival.
Entrance to the Mart from this area is wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets are situated outside the entrances. Go out the Exit and get a wristband to come back in. To see where the toilets and Exits are in advance, you can view our plan here.
Is there accessible access?
The Mart is wheelchair accessible. Both entrances have level access and are accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
The show and activities are on ground level.
However, please note the ground is uneven in places including ridged concrete in areas.
Are there accessible toilets in the Mart?
Accessible toilets are situated outside the entrances. Go out the Exit and get a wristband to come back in. To see where the toilets and Exits are in advance, you can view our plan here.
Workshops & Talks
Can I buy workshop tickets in advance?
All tickets for our workshops must be purchased via our website. Our schedule of Workshops will be available closer to the event.
I have booked a ticket to Yarndale but I’d like to book an earlier workshop. Is this possible?
Yes, if you have already purchased a ticket and it is for an admittance time that is later than that of your workshop, please be sure to come early and show your workshop ticket with your admittance ticket.
Can I buy Talks tickets in advance?
Talks are included with your ticket and are free and available on a first come, first served basis. Please come to the Yarndale Theatre entrance. The Yarndale 2025 Talks Programme will be available closer to the event. You can view the Yarndale 2024 Talks programme here.
General Information
Are there toilets in the Mart?
Toilets, including accessible toilets, are situated outside the entrances. They are portaloo toilets with handwashing facilities. Go out the Exit and get a wristband to come back in. To see where the toilets and Exits are in advance, you can view our plan here.
Is there seating in the show?
Yes, there is seating around the exhibitor area of the show with additional seating in tiers in the Workshop Theatres and outside (under cover) at the Wharfedale Entrance and in The Gather. Please be quiet in the Workshop Theatres while the workshops are taking place.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs are not allowed in the Mart (not even really well behaved ones!) Assistance dogs are the only exception.
Are guide dogs allowed?
Yes, assistance dogs are welcome at the show.
Is there an ATM machine at the venue?
No. The closest ATM is in Skipton town centre.
Where is the nearest bank?
The nearest bank is in Skipton town centre.
Will exhibitors take cash and/or credit cards?
The majority of our exhibitors accept both credit cards and cash.
Will there be a Yarndale Shop at the event?
Yes, the Yarndale Shop will be open throughout the weekend so that you can buy your Yarndale goodies to take home. The shop prefers card payments.
Is smoking allowed?
We ask that you do not smoke inside the building, including electronic cigarettes or other products that produce a vapour or smoke. If you wish to smoke (including electronic cigarettes etc), please use the smoking area (as signposted and indicated on the plan) near the Littondale entrance.
Can I bring a rucksack into the show?
Bag checks will be in operation at this event and to help minimise queues, we advise our visitors to bring the least amount of belongings possible.
Please do not bring large items of luggage since necessary security checks of large bags, rucksacks or suitcases may hinder your progress into the show.
Oxfam will be running their popular bag crèche again this year should you wish to leave any heavy or bulky bags.
All workshops will be held on ground level with level access from the rest of the show.
There is some tiered seating in the Workshop theatres that is not accessible.
Can I bring my own food and drink?
Yes, you’re welcome to bring your own picnic to minimise queues in the cafe. There is seating available throughout the mart.