A Kettlewell Circular Kettlewell is dramatically surrounded by steep sided mountains which may be a little daunting. However it is perfectly straightforward to gain good height and enjoy the wonderful panorama of Upper Wharfedale without a steep climb. Two climbs in fact but neither steep. The Walk The walk skirts the slopes of Great Whernside, Buckden Pike and 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 490m Elevation: 490m / 1607ft
Red Squirrels at Snaizeholme Snaizeholme in Widdale, on the Hawes to Ribblehead road is probably the best place to see red squirrels in the Yorkshire Dales. The protected woodland is well set with a viewing area. However the red squirrels are just a part of a short walk in an interesting and very rarely visited side dale. The Walk 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 120m Elevation: 120m / 393ft
Fremington Edge The limestone scar of Fremington Edge is the most striking feature of the area around Reeth. A walk along its broad ridge offers striking views over Arkengarthdale. The return below the edge is on a good path. The Walk Fremington Edge overlooks Arkengarthdale, the exposed scar formed by a retreating glacier 15,000 years ago. It 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 430m Elevation: 430m / 1410ft
Dent Station and Ribblehead The one way walk between Dent Station and Ribblehead passes through some of the best and most interesting landscape including 3 viaducts, the highest station in England and some remote moorland walking. The Walk The Settle to Carlisle railway provides a number of excellent one way walks. Hop on at one station, get off at 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 350m Elevation: 350m / 1148ft
Grass Woods near Grassington walk The Grass Woods near Grassington walk includes a lovely and popular area of woodland. Set beside the River Wharfe the walk is much improved by approaching from the Dales Way path to the east. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5mi Distance: 5 miles / 8 km 160m Elevation: 160m / 524ft
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. 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 85m Elevation: 85m / 278ft
Cross Fell from the West Cross Fell from the west is the easiest way to climb the mountain. The walk does lack interest except on the summit plateau which is of course the highest place in England outside the Lake District. The Walk I have climbed Cross Fell four times now and each time the summit plateau has been in 5 Rating: Difficult walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 720m Elevation: 720m / 2362ft
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. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 301m Elevation: 301m / 987ft
Twisleton Scar near Ribblehead Twisleton Scar (or Twistleton) is a fine area of limestone pavement that is situated on the southern lower slopes of Whernside near Ribblehead. Apart from the limestone walking the views over to Ingleborough are excellent. 1 Rating: Easier walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 156m Elevation: 156m / 511ft
Lanes Above Long Preston The lanes above Long Preston offer a wonderful selection of walks which will suit all walkers. This one takes you along country lanes, visits a waterfall and passes through stunning Dales countryside. The Walk To be able to walk from the door and immediately be amongst some lovely countryside was the main motivation for moving 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 212m Elevation: 212m / 695ft
History in Gunnerside Gill The history of the Yorkshire Dales and Swaledale in particular can be best seen in Gunnerside Gill. The old workings are prominent on the walk and characterise each step. It is a walk with a difference. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 420m Elevation: 420m / 1378ft
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. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 300m Elevation: 300m / 984ft
