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Kidstones, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs : A 100km ride in the Yorkshire Dales
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Knights Templar Preceptory from West Burton
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.
Greta Bridge to Winston - Durham Round Trail
5.81 mi
+157 ft
-194 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Rokeby (County Durham)
This walk follows the River Greta and River Tees, taking in some beautiful countryside, ancient bridges and river view.
River Greta Circular
7.13 mi
+512 ft
-515 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Brignall (County Durham)
A picturesque walk along the river Greta, abounds with history and nature.
Rutherford Bridge to Greta Bridge - Durham Round Trail
4.38 mi
+131 ft
-413 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Scargill (County Durham)
The 21st section of the route continues to follow the River Greta from Rutherford Bridge through picturesque countryside to the pretty village of Greta Bridge.
River Ure & Nutwith Common from Masham
6.63 mi
+466 ft
-440 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Masham (North Yorkshire)
A pleasant North Yorkshire walk that starts from the brewing town of Masham. The outward route follows the banks of the River Ure. The return uses paths and lanes to return via Nutwith Common.
Winston to Piercebridge - Durham Round Trail
5.42 mi
+46 ft
-131 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Winston (County Durham)
The 23rd section follows the banks of the River Tees from Winston through the pretty village of Gainford which is well worth a stop, then continues to the ancient settlement of Piercebridge with its Roman fort and bridge.
The Way of Life - Gainford to Durham
29.98 mi
+1,473 ft
-1,539 ft
3 days
Difficult
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The Way of Life is one of the Northern Saints' Trails and takes in the religious centre of Bishop Auckland with its castle and art galleries. The trail passes through many County Durham villages from the banks of the River Tees to the banks of the River Wear. Evidence of County Durham's religious and industrial past can be seen throughout the walk including the Etherley Incline, an early railway, Medieval Durham, Escomb Saxon Church and Binchester Roman Fort.
Gainford to Ingleton - The Way of Life
3.46 mi
+223 ft
-85 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The start of this walk begins at the historic St Mary's Church on the banks of the River Tees in Gainford and passes through farmland and pretty villages finishing in Ingleton.
Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey: Beside the River Tees
3.72 mi
+154 ft
-177 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A short and enjoyable walk from Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey, following the River Tees. At the time of writing (July 21) Bowes Museum is still operating a time ticket entry. If you time your visit correctly you can combine a visit to the museum followed by the walk or vice versa. Please note the gates to the museum close at 5:00. If you think you will arrive back later then park your car outside the museum grounds.
Bowes to Rutherford Bridge - Durham Round Trail
3.50 mi
+167 ft
-308 ft
1h 45
Easy
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
The 20th section of the trail continues from the village of Bowes through the Greta Valley, following the River Greta to Rutherford Bridge and the waterfalls.
Piercebridge to Low Coniscliffe - Durham Round Trail
5.06 mi
+26 ft
-59 ft
2h 20
Easy
Departure from Piercebridge (Darlington)
The 24th section of the route follows the Teesdale Way along the banks of the River Tees passing through villages along the way. The River Tees is very tranquil and picturesque here so there are plenty of opportunities to stop and enjoy the area.
Teesdale Way Circular from Barnard Castle
8.49 mi
+472 ft
-482 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A pleasant circular walk starting and finishing at Barnard Castle. It follows the Teesdale Way on the south side of the River Tees and crosses the river via a footbridge north of Cotherstone village. It then heads back on the opposite side of the river. The walking is mostly flat and passes through farm land and riverside woodland.
Hackfall Woods Loop
3.97 mi
+515 ft
-515 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Burton-on-Yore (North Yorkshire)
A lovely walk through Hackfall Woods, taking in all the features (highlighted in bold) and with a detour to visit to the tea shop in Grewelthorpe mid way. Lots of interest and different seasons provide changing views as the follies and grottoes are hidden or revealed by the trees.
Bowes Castle and Mill Force Waterfall
1.11 mi
+190 ft
-361 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
A little circular walk to discover the ruins of Bowes Castle (English Heritage site) and the little waterfall of Mill Force on the River Greta.
Perfect for families with young children and also for dog owners.
Low Coniscliffe to Croft-on-Tees - Durham Round Trail
5.21 mi
+33 ft
-69 ft
2h 25
Easy
Departure from Darlington
The 25th section of the walk veers away from the River Tees today, crossing farmland and following bridle paths through the villages of Blackwell, Stapleton and ending at Croft-on-Tees.
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- Akebar
- Aldbrough
- Appleton East and West
- Arrathorne
- Aske
- Barden
- Barningham
- Barton
- Bellerby
- Brignall
- Brompton-on-Swale
- Brough with St. Giles
- Burrill with Cowling
- Burton-on-Yore
- Caldbergh with East Scrafton
- Carkin
- Carlton Highdale
- Carlton Town
- Carperby-cum-Thoresby
- Castle Bolton with East and West Bolton
- Clifton-on-Yore
- Colburn
- Colsterdale
- Constable Burton
- Coverham with Agglethorpe
- Dalton
- Downholme
- Easby
- East Hauxwell
- East Layton
- East Witton
- Ellerton Abbey
- Ellingstring
- Ellington High and Low
- Fearby
- Finghall
- Forcett
- Garriston
- Gayles
- Gilling with Hartforth and Sedbury
- Harmby
- Hipswell
- Hope
- Hornby
- Hudswell
- Hunton
- Hutton Hang
- Hutton Magna
- Kirby Hill
- Leyburn
- Marrick
- Marske
- Masham
- Melmerby
- Melsonby
- Middleham
- Middleton Tyas
- New Forest
- Newsham
- Newton-le-Willows
- Patrick Brompton
- Preston-under-Scar
- Ravensworth
- Redmire
- Reeth, Fremington and Healaugh
- Richmond
- Rookwith
- Scargill
- Scotton
- Skeeby
- Spennithorne
- St. Martin's
- Stainton
- Stanwick St. John
- Thirn
- Thornton Steward
- Thornton Watlass
- Tunstall
- Wensley
- West Hauxwell
- West Layton
- West Scrafton
- West Witton
- Whashton