Middleham Castle and Gallops Middleham Castle and Gallops offer the backdrop to a lovely walk overlooking Lower Wensleydale. Follow the racehorses as they train before heading down to the River Cover and the return to Middleham. The Walk On any walk from Middleham two aspects will always stand out. The first is the splendid castle which dominates this most 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 136m Elevation: 136m / 446ft
A Walk at Kirkby Lonsdale A short walk at Kirkby Lonsdale is a pleasant way to explore this interesting market town. The walk heads for Devil’s Bridge before returning along a pleasant section of the River Lune. Finally the Radical Steps return you to town. The Walk Kirkby Lonsdale has a deserved growing reputation. It has always been convenient, situated 1 Rating: Easier walk 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 33m Elevation: 33m / 108ft
Prettiest village in the Dales? Many would agree that West Burton, with its large village green and picture post card buildings, is the most attractive village in the Yorkshire Dales. This West Burton walk also takes you along the quiet valley of Waldendale. The Walk I have always found West Burton quiet and pleasant despite its obvious attractions. This may 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 209m Elevation: 209m / 685ft
Richmond to Easby Abbey This is a highly enjoyable short walk along the River Swale to Easby Abbey. The route follows the Old Railway to a bridge over the River Swale before returning along a riverside path. Following the walk spend some time in Richmond, its shops, pubs and impressive castle. The Walk The route from the start of 1 Rating: Easier walk 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 25m Elevation: 25m / 82ft
How Stean Gorge A charge (check latest price) will take you in to the wooded How Stean Gorge. The limestone gorge is spectacular. Approach the gorge from Middlesmoor, the open moorland offering a pleasant contrast to the close confines of the gorge. The Walk How Stean Gorge is a dramatic limestone gorge which cuts through the gill in 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 61m Elevation: 61m / 200ft
Beamsley Beacon Beamsley Beacon stands proud over the A59 between Skipton and Harrogate. It is a quiet area considering its proximity to Bolton Abbey. The traditional short walk to the beacon can (and should) be extended to include Round Hill. The Walk Coming up or down Beamsley Hill on the A59 it is impossible not to be 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 303m Elevation: 303m / 994ft
Bluebells at Oxenber Woods Oxenber Woods, near Austwick, is one of the best places to view wild flowers. In particular the spectacular display of bluebells in late Spring (usually May). Oxenber Woods sits on a small hill of exposed limestone bringing out the very best in wild flowers. The views over Crummockdale aren’t half bad as well! The Walk 1 Rating: Easier walk 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 120m Elevation: 120m / 393ft
Sedbergh and the River Rawthey walk A short walk around Sedbergh and the River Rawthey. Set against the backdrop of the Howgill fells Sedbergh is a grand old town which the walk explores fully. Part of the walk follows the river and part the town. The Walk Sedbergh is an interesting town set under the looming presence of the Howgills. The 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 112m Elevation: 112m / 367ft
Hardcastle Crags, Hebden Bridge Hardcastle Crags is set in an area of attractive woodland just north of Hebden Bridge. The best way to explore the crags is walking through the woods, alongside Hebden Water (a river!), to Gibson Mill. Gibson Mill is a well preserved old cotton mill, set alongside the river. The Walk A few miles out of 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 100m Elevation: 100m / 328ft
Eight Stiles Walk Around Long Preston The Long Preston walk is know locally as the Eight stiles walk as there are that number to cross on the second half of the walk. There is also a lovely section of riverside walking, good views over Pendle Hill and a Norman church to explore. 1 Rating: Easier walk 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 75m Elevation: 75m / 246ft
Settle Walk with a View The market town of Settle is sandwiched between the River Ribble and the beautiful limestone scnery of the SW Dales. Aside from a short, sharp climb at the start this is an easy walk on good tracks and the best way to appreciate the lovely landscape of this part of the Yorkshire Dales. The Walk 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 135m Elevation: 135m / 442ft
Burnsall Riverside Walk The two villages of Burnsall and Hebden book mark probably the most attractive section of the River Wharfe. The walking is easy, the interest sustained. However the walk is improved by taking in the lovely Hebden Beck and the views across Wharfedale from Hartlington Raikes. The Walk Burnsall is a delightful village but can become 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 140m Elevation: 140m / 459ft
