Riverside Strolls
The Yorkshire Dales may not do lakes but certainly makes up with the rivers. The deep, long dales which characterize the area give many opportunities for some wonderful peaceful walks. Contrasting the serene progress of the main rivers are the faster flowing feeder tributaries; here spectacular waterfalls hold sway in hidden valleys and open mountainside. Walks in these side valleys tend to be rougher and may include a return over higher ground but as long as the focus of the walk is a twinkling burn then it is in! The main dales usually offer easier walks – often little more than an afternoon stroll but it is fair to say that the rivers of the Wharfe, Swale, Ure, Nidd, Eden and Ribble are always captivating.
Miles
11.5
Low level walking in Upper Wharfedale
D105- A fine section of riverside walking
- Visit 5 typical Yorkshire Dales villages
- Enjoy the waterfalls at Cray
Miles
8
The Beautiful River Nidd
D092- Attractive riverside walking
- Track through some pretty woodland
- 3 small villages to explore
Miles
7
River Ure at Jervaulx Abbey
D091- Ruins of a Cistercian abbey
- Beautiful stretches of riverside
- Explore the village of Thornton Stewart
Miles
3
Waterfalls above Askrigg
D100- Riverside walk with waterfalls
- Great views down Wensleydale
- Village where James Herriott filmed
Miles
10
Sawley & the Ribble
D098- Classical east Lancs scenery
- Lovely riverside sections
- Includes 2 attractive villages
Miles
2.5
Easby Abbey from Richmond
D088- Short walk along the river Swale
- Pass though the ruins of the abbey
- Explore Richmond castle..in and out.
Miles
5
The Lune Valley at Kirkby Lonsdale
D085- A beautiful stretch of river
- Old fashioned village at Whittington
- Quiet and peaceful walk
Miles
4.5
Riverside at Reeth
D071- A lovely walk by the River Ure
- Excellent views of Reeth and Healaugh
- Reeth is pretty with plenty to do
Miles
4
Aysgarth Falls
D015- The nation’s favourite waterfalls
- Great views across to Castle Bolton
- Easy walking through pretty woodland
Miles
5.5
Footsteps of Tolkein
D078- Discover Tolkein’s inspiration
- Where the Hodder meets the Ribble
- View some lovely old buildings
