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
Thruscross Reservoir Starting at the dam the walk around Thruscross Reservoir initially follows the shoreline. After some remains from the dam creation the walk takes to the moors above the reservoir. It is a walk of peace and tranquility. The Walk There is something very satisfying about any walk that completes a circuit of any body of 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 163m Elevation: 163m / 534ft
Burton Leonard near Ripon Burton Leonard near the town of Ripon is a pleasant low level village set within a set of open fields. The walk is not one to travel miles to do but for those living nearby it should not be missed. The Walk To the south of Ripon lies the estates of Mountgarret which includes some 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 100m Elevation: 100m / 328ft
A snowy Walk near Settle A steep climb from Settle brings you in to some lovely limestone countryside with great views over the Ribble Valley and beyond. The Walk This is a fine little walk at all times of the year. However I have only included it after taking the girls on a fun, very cold and snowy walk when 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 300m Elevation: 300m / 984ft
Embsay Reservoir and Embsay Crag I think this is my favourite walk near Skipton. It starts with a circuit of Embsay Reservoir and follows with a short climb to Embsay Crag. The Walk Just over a mile outside Skipton is Embsay village. The village is reasonably large, more of a suburb of Skipton. However it is set on the edge 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3.5mi Distance: 3.5 miles / 5.6 km 200m Elevation: 200m / 656ft
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
Walk to Hardraw Force The walk to Hardraw Force from Hawes is along the River Ure. The 100 foot waterfall, set in some attractive woodland, make the walk worthwhile. There is a cafe and shop at the entrance to the waterfall (small charge). The Walk The walk to Hardraw Force is one of the most popular things to do 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 41m Elevation: 41m / 134ft
Brimham Rocks It is great fun on Brimham Rocks. Rather than just visit though it is more enjoyable to make the visit in to a short but ‘proper’ walk. The rocks themselves are a series of sandstone boulders which you can scramble on. The Walk Brimham Rocks is definitely a ‘must see’ when visiting the Yorkshire Dales. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 142m Elevation: 142m / 465ft
A walk through Littondale There is no more pleasant way to spend the afternoon than a walk through Littondale. The villages, stone barns, walls and winding river make for an interesting walk even if some is alongside a quiet road. The Walk Litton and Arncliffe are two delightful villages tucked up one of the side valleys of Upper Wharfedale. The 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 35m Elevation: 35m / 114ft
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
