Down dales, over moors
Any walk of in the Yorkshire Dales will inevitably involve striding down one of its famous Dales and more than likely visiting some of the vast moorlands that dominate the upper slopes of the area. There are 30 walks which reflect the different characteristics of most of the dales and valleys but they also show the differing style of uplands; softer and greener in the limestone dales of the south but rougher and heathery to the north and in the Forest of Bowland. Most of the walks in this category are over 6 miles long and involve a good deal of effort to complete but the more effort that any of us put in the greater the rewards.
Miles
8
Addingham to Bolton Abbey
D049- Moor, river, history, town and pasture
- Visit to famous Bolton Abbey
- Impressive views of the Wharf
Miles
7
Dick Turpin & the source of the Eden
D032- Hell Gill is truly dramatic
- Watershed of England
- Good variety of views
Miles
8.5
The Moors of Carlton
D079- Quiet and peaceful countryside
- Superb tracks to walk on
- Two different valleys
Miles
6
Arncliffe Circular
D058- Views down Littondale & Wharfedale
- Superb underfoot terrain
- Limestone scars on the paths
Miles
6
Druids Temple at Masham
D073- Visit the folly of Druid’s Temple
- Great views of lower Wensleydale
- Rolling hills and farmland
Miles
5.5
Lonely Wandale Hill
D063- Off the beaten track
- Good views of the Howgills
- Discover the hidden waterfall
Miles
6
In Sight of Simon’s Seat
D007- Lovely stretch of River Wharfe
- Beautiful valley walk
- Open views on high moorland
Miles
5
Long Preston Deeps
D077- Walk through a Wetlands project
- Grounds of Wigglesworth Hall
- Spot roe deer early and late
Miles
5.5
Ilkley Moor Baht’at
D068- Pleasant moorland walk
- Interesting rocky playground
- Views over Lower Wharfedale
Miles
8.5
Trough of Bowland
D033- Best of the Forest of Bowland
- Plenty of wildlife to spot
- Enjoy the village of Dunsop Bridge
