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
Walking in Upper Wharfedale A low level walk in Upper Wharfedale links the three villages of Kettlewell, Starbotton and Buckden. The walk follows the river closely heading out and the lower slopes of the surrounding hills on its return. The Walk The best part of the Dales Way is through this section of Upper Wharfedale. The fells on either side 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 11.5mi Distance: 11.5 miles / 18.4 km 180m Elevation: 180m / 590ft
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
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
Walk through Dentdale The walk through Dentdale and the village of Dent follows the River Dee, It is an unspoilt dale, little visited and served by a narrow road. The scenery is lovely though, classic stone wall fields and barns so typical of the Yorkshire Dales. The Walk Dentdale and Dent suffer a little due to the inaccessibility 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 108m Elevation: 108m / 354ft
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
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
Askrigg, Aysgarth & Herriot Country walk This walk through Herriot Country from Askrigg to Aysgarth starts on the higher land and returns along the River Ure. It passes through some pleasant limestone scenery with outstanding views across the dale. The Walk No other walk sums up the Yorkshire Dales, and Wensleydale in particular, better than the highway between Aysgarth Falls and 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 11.5mi Distance: 11.5 miles / 18.4 km 320m Elevation: 320m / 1049ft
A walk round Malham Tarn Malham Tarn is the highest lake in England. The walk round Malham Tarn does include an unavoidable section on the road to the west but the eastern shores and walk through the woods are lovely. Take the detour up Great Close Hill. The Walk It was a beautiful, peaceful summer’s evening when I dropped my 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 85m Elevation: 85m / 278ft
Countryside of Pateley Bridge The Countryside of Pateley Bridge walk lies in the heart of Nidderdale. Although not part of the YD National park the countryside is very similar. This walk covers the river, industrial remains all set amongst rolling countryside. The Walk The Nidderdale Way passes through some pretty countryside as it winds its way north towards the 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 301m Elevation: 301m / 987ft
Villages of Wharfedale walk The villages of Wharfedale walk visits the quintessentially Dales villages of Hebden, Burnsall, Linton and Thorpe before returning to Grassington. The walk combines riverside walking with quiet lanes and footpaths and great views across this section of Wharfedale. The Walk There are two parts to this walk, both are hugely enjoyable and when combined make 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 210m Elevation: 210m / 689ft
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
