Whitefriars petrol station and garage shop at Settle to close shortly

[Pitlamp]

I've just been told that the petrol station in Settle will close from 15th June (i.e. in just over a fortnight) for a period of 17 weeks. I believe this will be for refurbishment, along the lines of what was done at the Ingleton petrol station and shop (which is also run by the Co-op).

Cavers travelling long distances to & from the Dales probably need to take account of this and fill up elsewhere when the opportunity arises.

They made a good job of the Ingleton site, so we should have something to look forward to in Settle in the Autumn.

[richardg]

That is very useful information Pitlamp.
Thank you.

[Pitlamp]

It re-opened yesterday.

Today they had loads of folk out in town, handing out vouchers for a free big pizza if you spend £2, with a choice of two types.
I suspect this may continue over the weekend (broke student cavers please note!).

The petrol station area doesn't look a lot different from previously. The shop part is better than before (but not as big as the equivalent at Ingleton).

Anyway, the Settle petrol famine is now officially over. 

[braveduck]

That must now be the most misleading headline ever on UK Caving .

[Pitlamp]

Ah - yes, I see what you mean Braveduck.