Grassington Moor lead mines High above the village of Grassington lies Grassington Moor, a vast plateau of moorland which was the location for a large and well preserved lead mining industry. The walk carries on to the open moors with good views. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 280m Elevation: 280m / 918ft
The Source of the Eden At the head of Mallerstang lies the Source of the Eden. The walk from Garsdale goes over Blades Bridge and Hell Bridge and a search for the source. The return is via the flanks of Turner Hill on the west side of the dale. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 283m Elevation: 283m / 928ft
The Moors of Carlton in Coverdale Rising above Coverdale to the west are the barren moors of Carlton. The walk crosses to the Walden Valley near West Burton before returning further up the valley. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 445m Elevation: 445m / 1460ft
Ribblehead to Horton walk Take the train from Horton and then walk from Ribblehead to Horton via Ingleborough. The path over Park Fell and Simon Fell is rarely used although the descent to Horton is extremely popular. 5 Rating: Difficult walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 403m Elevation: 403m / 1322ft
Limestone Pavements over Orton The limestone pavements over Orton offer a lovely half day walk with good views. Orton itself is an attractive village however it is the beautiful pavements above that are the key to the walk. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 219m Elevation: 219m / 718ft
Askrigg to Leyburn walk Take the bus from Askrigg to Leyburn and walk back along the River Ure enjoying the many sights of Wensleydale. Aysgarth Falls and Castle Bolton are just two of the many highlights. 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 14mi Distance: 14 miles / 22.4 km 223m Elevation: 223m / 731ft
Wuthering Heights walk Follow the footsteps of the Bronte Sisters on the classic Wuthering Heights walk. Pass the Bronte Bridge and waterfall before heading up to Top Withins and back via the reservoir at Stanbury. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 318m Elevation: 318m / 1043ft
Lonely Wandale Hill North of the Cross Keys Inn near Sedbergh lies lonely Wandale Hill. It is possible to climb it but the more interesting walk circles the mountain, past an attractive waterfall with views across the Howgills. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 233m Elevation: 233m / 764ft
Skipton Castle and Woods The walk through Skipton Castle and Woods is a pleasant way to get a feel for the medieval origins of the town without walking to far. The walk starts in the woods and returns over the fields with good views over Skipton. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 50m Elevation: 50m / 164ft
Buckden to Grassington walk Take the bus from Buckden to Grassington and walk back by following the River Wharfe to Kettlewell. From Kettlewell it climbs on to the ridge of Great Whernside amongst beautiful limestone scenery and views. 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 11mi Distance: 11 miles / 17.6 km 207m Elevation: 207m / 679ft
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). 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 41m Elevation: 41m / 134ft
Melmerby Fell To the north of Cross Fell a climb up Melmerby Fell. The walk is similar in character but shorter. It is quiet place and an excellent way to achieve a rarely visited peak. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 250m Elevation: 250m / 820ft