Crinkle Crags and Bowfell The circuit of Crinkle Crags and Bowfell is one of the Lake District classics. The walking on the ridge is definitely rough but the views are wonderful and Langdale makes a good base. The Walk Walkers head for Langdale for its richly deserved reputation as the centre of tough fell walking. Approaching via the valley 5 Rating: Difficult walk 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 880m Elevation: 880m / 2887ft
The Sill, Sycamore Gap and Housesteads Many will take the short walk from the Sill to Sycamore Gap. However more rewarding is to extend the walk to Housesteads and return via the peaceful tracks to the north. As well as offering a different perspective to the Wall (from the north) it is a fine way to enjoy a circular hike. The 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 340m Elevation: 340m / 1115ft
Exploring Hebden Beck Hebden Beck winds its way down from Grassington Moor past the remains of the 19th century lead mining industry. There is much to see alongside the beck as there is on the return over Tinkers Lane. Here the wide ranging views of Wharfedale take centre stage. The Walk The Industrial heritage of the Yorkshire Dales 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 135m Elevation: 135m / 442ft
Settle Loop The Settle Loop is a popular walk for walkers and cyclists. The walk is characterised by the beautiful limestone scenery of this area. There is nowhere better to view it. The tracks are good as it passes through isolated farms, stone walls and sheep. The Walk The Settle Loop is not planned for walkers. It 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 463m Elevation: 463m / 1519ft
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
The Fairfield Horseshoe The Fairfield Horseshoe is a superb walk from Rydal taking in a number of Wainwright fells. The walking is generally good underfoot so the long distances pass quickly. Of course the views are excellent. The Walk As I was striding up and down the long arms of Fairfield I felt the entire Lake District was 5 Rating: Difficult walk 10mi Distance: 10 miles / 16 km 875m Elevation: 875m / 2870ft
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
Dry Valleys of Thixendale The dry valleys of Thixendale are the main attraction of a delightful walk in the Yorkshire Wolds. The paths are very good and the villages of Thixendale and the church at Wharram Percy book end the walk perfectly. The Walk Thixendale is a little gem, tucked deep in one of the impressive chalk valleys which 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 186m Elevation: 186m / 610ft
Thorpe Bassett Wold near Settrington North Grimston is the base for a walk over Thorpe Bassett Wold near Settrington. The wold stands proud in this part of the country with constantly changing views, excellent from the high points. The Walk South east of Malton is a Thorpe Bassett Wold. The wold is usually accessed from the village of its name 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 255m Elevation: 255m / 836ft
