Catrigg Force from Stainforth A short walk to the lovely waterfall of Catrigg Force from Stainforth. Woodland disguises the falls which are at their most impressive after heavy rains. The return is via a path picking its way through a limestone scar. The Walk Catrigg Force is a lovely waterfall that is hidden away in a deep gorge above 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 140m Elevation: 140m / 459ft
Ingleborough Nature Reserve Ingleborough Nature Reserve is a vast area of spectacular limestone pavements and scars along the eastern and southern slopes of Ingleborough. Any walk through the area is a joy but best when the limestone is dry. The Walk When the sun shines the limestone gleams. I would recommend walking amongst the limestone and not just 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 100m Elevation: 100m / 328ft
Semer Water walk The Semer Water walk is unusual. Not only are lakes very rare in the Yorkshire Dales but this one is both a nature reserve and an outdoor centre. The return is much improved by climbing to the ridge above the west banks. The Walk I was very impressed by Semer Water and how the second largest 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 90m Elevation: 90m / 295ft
Exploring Hebden Beck Hebden Beck winds its way down from Grassington Moor past the remains of the 19th century lead mining industry. There is much to see alongside the beck as there is on the return over Tinkers Lane. Here the wide ranging views of Wharfedale take centre stage. The Walk The Industrial heritage of the Yorkshire Dales 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 135m Elevation: 135m / 442ft
The Lands of Bolton Castle Mary Queen of Scots used to ride through the lands of Bolton Castle when she was being held captive in the 16th century. This short walk offers a flavour of what she must have observed, a truly beautiful place may have helped take her mind off her travails. The Walk The lands of Bolton Castle 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 98m Elevation: 98m / 321ft
Hay Meadows at Muker Muker is one of the idyllic small villages that sit at the head of Swaledale. The river flows nearby and the scenery is lovely although during the hay meadow season it is better still. The hay meadows are at their best in May and June. The Walk The Hay Meadows at Muker are probably the 1 Rating: Easier walk 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 15m Elevation: 15m / 49ft
Waterfalls above Askrigg There is a beautiful series of waterfalls above Askrigg. A short wooded walks climbs the slopes above the village. Return via the farm lane which has lovely views across Wensleydale. The Walk I found that there are three distinct stages on this walk to the waterfalls above Askrigg. First the climb through the woods next 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 130m Elevation: 130m / 426ft
Austwick and Feizor walk A half day walk between three lovely Dales villages, Austwick and Feizor taking in the hamlet of Wharfe. The walk passes through glorious limestone scenery, farmland and along tracks and quiet country lanes. There is much to see and do for all ages and interests. The Walk I have walked this lovely section of the 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 140m Elevation: 140m / 459ft
A Short Walk near Askrigg Bainbridge is the base for this short walk near Askrigg. As well as visiting the old Wensleydale railway there is a short climb to the impressive scar above Bainbridge. However it is a straightforward stroll in the heart of Wensleydale. The Walk I have always felt that Bainbridge deserves more than being a simple staging post 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 109m Elevation: 109m / 357ft
Walk around Kirkby Malzeard The village and land around Kirkby Malzeard is hidden in an area between Masham, Ripon and the Eastern Dales . The village and buildings of the village are lovely and the walk starts with an interesting section of woodland. The Walk A walk around Kirkby Malzeard, a pretty Yorkshire village near Masham, is full of 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 64m Elevation: 64m / 209ft
Ribblehead, a short walk The Ribblehead viaduct is one of the most impressive engineering projects in England. It is also sat in wonderful scenery and this short Ribblehead walk will do it full justice. The extension to Blea Moor tunnel only adds to it. The Walk Most people who park up at Ribblehead do so for two reasons. They 1 Rating: Easier walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 125m Elevation: 125m / 410ft
Aysgarth Falls Aysgarth Falls is a series of three waterfalls (Upper, Mid, Lower) on the River Ure in Wensleydale. The walk along the river is set in pretty woodland. However there are access points to the waters themselves at both the Upper Lower and Upper Falls, a viewing platform for the Middle falls. The Walk Aysgarth Falls 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 58m Elevation: 58m / 190ft
