One of the most complete medieval castles in England, Skipton Castle stands impressively at the top of the town’s main street. The castle was granted to Robert Clifford, First Lord of Skipton, by Edward II in 1310 and remained in the Clifford family until 1676. The Clifford banner still flies over the castle today. Visitors can investigate the dungeon, view the banqueting hall, kitchen, bedchamber and privy and can climb the watch tower. There is also a tranquil Tudor courtyard, in the middle of which grows a huge yew tree.