Ashgill Force on the South Tyne The walk along the South Tyne from Garrigill is a pleasant half day stroll. Ashgill Force is set in the woods at the end of the walk and is a beautiful spot. Start and finish in the pretty village of Garrigill. The Walk Above the pretty village of Garrigill lies a deep gorge and an 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 111m Elevation: 111m / 364ft
The Lands of Bolton Castle Mary Queen of Scots used to ride through the lands of Bolton Castle when she was being held captive in the 16th century. This short walk offers a flavour of what she must have observed, a truly beautiful place may have helped take her mind off her travails. The Walk The lands of Bolton Castle 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2.5mi Distance: 2.5 miles / 4 km 98m Elevation: 98m / 321ft
Hay Meadows at Muker Muker is one of the idyllic small villages that sit at the head of Swaledale. The river flows nearby and the scenery is lovely although during the hay meadow season it is better still. The hay meadows are at their best in May and June. The Walk The Hay Meadows at Muker are probably the 1 Rating: Easier walk 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 15m Elevation: 15m / 49ft
Waterfalls above Askrigg There is a beautiful series of waterfalls above Askrigg. A short wooded walks climbs the slopes above the village. Return via the farm lane which has lovely views across Wensleydale. The Walk I found that there are three distinct stages on this walk to the waterfalls above Askrigg. First the climb through the woods next 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 130m Elevation: 130m / 426ft
Ruined castles near Dunsop Bridge This Dunsop Bridge walk starts with a nice riverside stroll up Langden Brook. However on turning south the moors close in and the going becomes much rougher. The Walk Maybe the title of this walk is misleading. To say the ‘castles’ are ruined is possibly generous, I struggled to find anything that might be Holdren 1 Rating: Easier walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 3081010m Elevation: 3081010m / 10108793ft
Dufton Pike A short, steep climb will bring you to the summit of Dufton Pike. It is an excellent peak, reminiscent of much of the northern Lake District and not the local Pennines. The views over the moors offer a more realistic scene. The Walk The fittest people in the country must live in Dufton. The temptation 3 Rating: Moderate walk 3mi Distance: 3 miles / 4.8 km 258m Elevation: 258m / 846ft
Great Dun Fell The walk crosses some wild Pennine country before emerging at the golf ball summit of Great Dun Fell. The return is partly down the access road but mainly on quiet country lanes and offers the opportunity to view the Northern Lakes from an unusual position. The Walk A surprising walk in so many ways! The 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 11mi Distance: 11 miles / 17.6 km 725m Elevation: 725m / 2378ft
Austwick and Feizor walk A half day walk between three lovely Dales villages, Austwick and Feizor taking in the hamlet of Wharfe. The walk passes through glorious limestone scenery, farmland and along tracks and quiet country lanes. There is much to see and do for all ages and interests. The Walk I have walked this lovely section of the 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 140m Elevation: 140m / 459ft
Great Coum and Gragareth Great Coum and Gragareth are two of the ‘Dales 30’ accessed via a long and lonely walk across some remote moorland. However following the wide grassy ridge brings many rewards as does the high start. The views over the Howgills and on to the Southern Lakes are very good on a clear day. The Walk 5 Rating: Difficult walk 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 550m Elevation: 550m / 1804ft
The Limestone above Conistone Walking through the limestone above Conistone is exceptionally enjoyable. The limestone creates a unique (in this country) backdrop to the walk. As a result take your time and explore the areas off path. The Walk Much of the pleasure of walking in the southern Dales is due to the excellence of the paths. As a 3 Rating: Moderate walk 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 349m Elevation: 349m / 1145ft
A Short Walk near Askrigg Bainbridge is the base for this short walk near Askrigg. As well as visiting the old Wensleydale railway there is a short climb to the impressive scar above Bainbridge. However it is a straightforward stroll in the heart of Wensleydale. The Walk I have always felt that Bainbridge deserves more than being a simple staging post 1 Rating: Easier walk 4.5mi Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km 109m Elevation: 109m / 357ft
Beamsley Moor from Ilkley The walk to Beamsley Moor from Ilkley passes through some rich moorland and tarns before arriving on the fine grassy ridge with excellent views across the south eastern Dales. The Walk I had never thought to explore Beamsley Moor from Ilkley until recently. Previously I preferred the popular walks over Ilkley Moor. However north of 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 415m Elevation: 415m / 1361ft
