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The Knights Templar Preceptory from West Burton
Visorando Member
5.15 mi
+692 ft
-709 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Burton-cum-Walden (North Yorkshire)
This is a circular walk from the lovely village of West Burton. The start has all the uphill and can be steep but the steep part is short lived. The views are great and there is some interest on the way around with the old lime kiln and the ruins of the Knights Templar chapel.
Redmire Force and the Templar's Chapel from West Witton
6.52 mi
+495 ft
-499 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from West Witton (North Yorkshire)
This a pleasant walk in Wensleydale that allows you to enjoy this beautiful part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The highlights of the walk include the River Ure, Redmire Force and the Chapel of the Kinights Templar.
Haw Lane & Aysgarth Moor from Aysgarth
6.13 mi
+738 ft
-735 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Aysgarth (North Yorkshire)
This Yorkshire Dales walk explores the pleasant countryside and moorland of Wensleydale. It starts from Aysgarth village and uses moorland paths and tracks for much of its route.
Nappa Hall & Whitfield Gill Force from Askrigg
6.16 mi
+774 ft
-755 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Askrigg (North Yorkshire)
Wensleydale in the Yorksire Dales National Park offers some wonderful walking. This route takes in a stretch of the River Ure, passes historic Nappa Hall before traversing the slopes below Ellerkin Scar. The walk then visits Whitfield Gill Force before returning to Askrigg.
Grinton Smelting Mill
4.12 mi
+860 ft
-863 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Grinton (North Yorkshire)
An easy circular walk from Grinton with lots of interest. The moors above Grinton have the remains of the lead mining industry and on this walk, you will see those remains plus a well preserved smelting mill and its flue which runs up the hillside. The area is now a grouse moor and you will pass shooting butts and feeding stations for the birds. Great refreshments in Grinton and also over the bridge in Fremington at the Dales Bike Centre.
High Harker Hill - near Grinton, North Yorkshire, UK
5.34 mi
+801 ft
-797 ft
4 hrs
Easy
Departure from Grinton (North Yorkshire)
This route is mostly on public Bridleways and moorland access tracks with a rough gravel surface with drainage channels crossing them. #WalkingWithWheels.
The Old Gang Smelting Mill & Gunnerside Gill
8.30 mi
+1,083 ft
-1,070 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Melbecks (North Yorkshire)
A walk of two halves. The first part ascends gently on good tracks, passing the remains of the Old Gang Smelting Mill, before crossing the stream and crossing Melbecks Moor and passing the spoil heaps from the long ceased lead mining industry. The path descends via one of the 'hushes' to the Bunton Level above Gunnerside Gill. The return leg is on grassy paths which contour Brownsey Moor and pass through farmland, often following dry stone walls and passing working farms and traditional barns.
Gunnerside Gill and Kisdon Force
13.40 mi
+1,929 ft
-1,946 ft
7h 50
Moderate
Departure from Melbecks (North Yorkshire)
A walk of two distinct halves.
The first part of the walk ascends gently along the side of Gunnerside Gill, to take in the remains of the abandoned lead mines. It crosses the moor to Swinner Gill mine where a short detour takes in a waterfall and cave. The walk then curves around towards the village of Keld.
The second part of the walk descends to the waterfalls and then through the gentle valley curving around into Swaledale where it passes through typical Yorkshire Dales farmland.
Capplestone Gate & Conistone Pie from Conistone
7.13 mi
+1,115 ft
-1,115 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Conistone with Kilnsey (North Yorkshire)
This Yorkshire Dales walk traverses some fine limestone scenery above Wharfedale. The start is near the village of Conistone and the route takes you high above the dale to enjoy some wonderful views. A section of the Dales Way is used for this walk.
Kidstones, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs : A 100km ride in the Yorkshire Dales
63.82 mi
+4,944 ft
-4,951 ft
6 hrs
Difficult
Departure from Richmond (North Yorkshire)
A 100km circular ride starting in Richmond and passing through the Yorkshire Dales taking in the climbs of Kidstones Pass, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs Pass. Great scenery and places for refreshment stops.
Around Grassington and Hebden
4.65 mi
+269 ft
-259 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Grassington (North Yorkshire)
The first part of this circular walk is along River Wharfe and the second one on High Lane, which offer you beautiful points of view of the valley.
Grimwith Reservoir
6.76 mi
+404 ft
-390 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Appletreewick (North Yorkshire)
Circular reservoir walk, fresh around Grimwith Reservoir.
Easby Abbey and Richmond Castle
3.54 mi
+243 ft
-256 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Easby (North Yorkshire)
A short circular walk along the banks of the River Swale with the chance to explore Easby Abbey, Richmond Castle and the lovely market town of Richmond.
Lots to see and do and you can make a short walk into a full day out. Great Ice cream parlour in the Old Railway Station for the return leg.
About 2 hours for the actual walking but longer if you are exploring.
Linton Falls and Grassington
Association / Club / Walk leader
3.01 mi
+203 ft
-207 ft
1h 35
Easy
Departure from Linton (North Yorkshire)
An impressive rapid, a riverside church and access to the facilities of Grassington.
Cracoe Fell
8.48 mi
+1,155 ft
-1,158 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Linton (North Yorkshire)
A hearty climb to a local summit with superb views over Wharfedale and the surrounding hills.
Thorpe and the Wharfe
4.59 mi
+249 ft
-266 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Linton (North Yorkshire)
A pretty village and a glorious section along the River Wharfe to Linton Falls.
Janet's Foss, Weets Top, Calton Moor and River Aire
8.02 mi
+748 ft
-771 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
A circular route which can be done in either direction. As described it leaves Malham village on the good paths to the popular Janet's Foss waterfall, then it takes the quiet road past the entrance to Gordale and up the hill until a track leads to the summit of Weets Top. The gentle descent of Calton Moor provides a different landscape and views over to Rystone Fell and Cracoe Fell. More quiet roads allow you to take in the pretty villages of Calton and Airton before following the riverside path back to Malham passing, Hanlith Hall and Aire Head, which is the source of the river Aire.
Malham Cove, Janet's Foss and Gordale Scar
4.84 mi
+748 ft
-725 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
Lovely circular walk to discover Janet's Foss waterfall, Gordale Scar and waterfall and Malham Cove. Dog friendly. Can be very busy during summer months.
Janet' Foss, Gordale Scar, Weets Top and Hanlith Moor.
6.32 mi
+899 ft
-909 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
A circular route which can be done in either direction. As described it leaves Malham village on the good paths to the popular Janet's Foss waterfall, then it takes in the valley leading into Gordale Scar, returning to the road and up the hill until a track leads to the summit of Weets Top. The gentle descent of Halton Moor provides a different landscape and leads to Hanlith where you pick up the Pennine Way path back to Malham.
Malham Cove, Mastiles Roman Camp and the Bordley Beck valley from Malham
10.99 mi
+1,444 ft
-1,444 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
This is a nice circular walk from Malham, which explores the popular viewpoints with the addition of some beautiful dales scenery to the East of the main valley. The ascent is not great and most of the walk is on good paths or tracks. On this walk you will visit: Malham Cove, Mastiles Roman Army Camp, The Bordley Farms and a beautiful dale, Gordale Scar and Janet's Foss.
Malham, Kirkby Malham and Airton Circular
6.06 mi
+594 ft
-607 ft
3h 20
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
This is an easy circular walk from Malham, heading South to Kirkby Malham and then Airton. The walk up from Malham affords good views back to Malham Cove and the passes through varied farmland scenery. St Michael's Church at Kirkby Malham is worth a visit and the farm shop at Airton provides a good mid-walk stop for refreshments. The riverside path back provides further interest with views of Hanlith Hall, the old mill at Scalegill and Aire Head, which is the source of the River Aire.
Gordale Scar, Malham Tarn and Malham Cove
8.13 mi
+768 ft
-761 ft
4h 25
Difficult
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
A great circular walk from Malham village, taking in Janet's Cave / Foss, Gordale Scar, Malham Tarn, the limestone pavement at the top of Malham Cove and the cove itself before finishing back at the car. Consistently interesting and varied scenery.
⚠️Please note that there is a scramble up steep water worn rock in Goredale between waypoints (2) and (3). Some people might find this challenging and please do not attend to do this part when it is raining or icy! However an alternative is possible.
The Dales High Way and Settle from Malham
11.15 mi
+1,706 ft
-1,680 ft
6h 35
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
A nice circular walk from Malham in a westerly direction towards Settle and then curving north past Attermire Scar with a detour to explore Victoria Cave. The loop returns towards Malham via Malham Cove. Interesting and varied scenery throughout the walk and mostly on well maintained paths or tracks.
Malham Tarn and Cove via the bio-diverse pastures under Pikedaw Hill.
7.50 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Malham (North Yorkshire)
An interesting circular walk from the delightful village of Malham. Up through the pasture below Pikedaw Hill to the well mark footpaths that lead across to Langscar Gate and then Malham Tarn, which is a great place to pic-nic. The return leg is via the dry valley of Watlowes to Malham Cove with its spectacular limestone pavement. Descend via the well made steps and then the less trodden footpath to the East of the village.
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