Fountains Abbey
Departure from Markington with Wallerthwaite (North Yorkshire)
Great circular walk to visit Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the famous ruins of Fountains Abbey. Fees apply to visit the Fountains Abbey.
Suprise View
Departure from Otley (West Yorkshire)
A pleasant stroll to our local viewpoint, with a prehistoric cup-and-ring marked rock en route
Otley and the River Wharfe
Departure from Carlton (West Yorkshire)
Stroll down into the historic town of Otley, returning via the River Wharfe and Chevin Forest Park.
Chevin Forest Park
Departure from Carlton (West Yorkshire)
An extended exploration of our local woods and crags, with superb views and historic monuments.
River Wharfe and Ilkley Moor
Departure from Ilkley (West Yorkshire)
A walk alongside the River Wharfe to historic Ilkley town centre, with a return via the Cow & Calf.
Cow and Calf
Departure from Ilkley (West Yorkshire)
Onto Ilkley Moor for fine views, a historic well cottage and iconic rock formations.
The Swastika and Badger Stones
Departure from Ilkley (West Yorkshire)
Enigmatic rock carvings and all the best-loved highlights of Ilkley Moor.
Grimwith Reservoir
Departure from Appletreewick (North Yorkshire)
Circular reservoir walk, fresh around Grimwith Reservoir.
River Ure & Nutwith Common from Masham
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.
Barden Bridge and the Strid from Bolton Abbey
Departure from Bolton Abbey (North Yorkshire)
This walk follows the River Wharfe from Bolton Abbey to Barden Bridge in the Yorkshire Dales. One of the highlights of the walk is the Strid, a narrow rocky defile, through which the River Wharfe thunders through. The walk has few gradients and includes some pleasant woodland.
Circular loop from Appletreewick, A Day in the Dales
Departure from Appletreewick (North Yorkshire)
A walk from Appletreewick and back along the Wharfe to Burnsall and around Grimwith Reservoir.
Around Grassington and Hebden
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.
Thorpe and the Wharfe
Departure from Linton (North Yorkshire)
A pretty village and a glorious section along the River Wharfe to Linton Falls.
Cracoe Fell
Departure from Linton (North Yorkshire)
A hearty climb to a local summit with superb views over Wharfedale and the surrounding hills.
Linton Falls and Grassington
Departure from Linton (North Yorkshire)
An impressive rapid, a riverside church and access to the facilities of Grassington.
Rievaulx Bridge & Wass from Cold Kirby
Departure from Cold Kirby (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors walk includes a further stage in the series of circular walks on the theme of the Cleveland Way. This route takes in a short section of the Cleveland Way between Cold Kirby and Rievaulx Bridge and provides an excellent taste of the scenery in this area.
Top Withins and the Bronte Bridge from Haworth
Departure from Haworth and Stanbury (West Yorkshire)
Top Withins is an excellent objective for a walk from Haworth in the South Pennines. The Brontë family have strong associations with Haworth and this walk onto the moors perhaps gives you the chance to experience the landscape that dominated their writing.
Stanley to Castleford
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A nice and easy walk mostly on Wakefield Way and along the Aire & Calder Navigation.
Castleford to Pontefract
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
An easy linear walk from Castleford Bus Station to Pontefract Bus Station.
Rievaulx
Departure from Old Byland and Scawton (North Yorkshire)
A circular walk around the countryside West of Rievaulx Abbey, passing the fish ponds that were established by the monks, the lovely village of Old Byland and its ancient church, then Caydale Mill and the valley that returns to the River Rye and the emerging views of Rievaulx Abbey.
Haworth Moor and Bronte Bridge
Departure from Haworth and Stanbury (West Yorkshire)
A short walk that visits the Bronte Bridge and includes some wwalking on the Haworth Moors.
Redmire Force and the Templar's Chapel from West Witton
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.
Kirkhamgate to Stanley
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A nice walk from Kirkhamgate to Stanley using Wakefield Way.
The Stanley Ferry Pub to Park Hill
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
Nice walk along Aire and Calder Navigation and Park Hill.
The Stanley Ferry Pub to Stanley Marsh Nature Reserve
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
The Stanley Marsh Nature Reserve is small but contains a wide variety of habitats and can be enjoyed in any season of the year.
The Stanley Ferry Pub to Southern Wahslands Reserve
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A walk in Southern Washlands Nature Reserve with its lakes, beautiful trees, wildlife and excellent views of the River Calder.
Airedale Square via Well Wood
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A nice and easy circular walk around Airedale Square.
Airedale Health Centre to Gallows Hill
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
The ideal route to do your 30 minutes of walks by day.
From Pinderfields Hospital to Newton Hill
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk around Pinderfields Hospital passing by hill and golf course.
From the Maypole
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk from the Maypole and around Gawthorpe.
Newton Bar Depot to Wrenthorpe Park
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk passing by Red Hall and Wrenthorpe Park.
New Southgate Surgery to Newton Hill
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A moderately difficult walk, mainly on good field side footpaths together with some roadside walking.
Shibden Hall
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
An easy, mostly level stroll to a local landmark.
Shibden Dale
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
Explore the valley short cut option and a surprise.
Calderdale Way taster
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
An energetic and varied walk sampling the Calderdale and Brinle Way.
St Swithuns to Broadreach Lock
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
An easy circular walk, mainly all-weather footpaths together with some field walking.
St Swithuns to Kirkthorpe
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A moderately difficult circular walk round The Half Moon Ox-Bow Lake.
Rievaulx Abbey from Helmsley and back
Departure from Helmsley (North Yorkshire)
This is a short walk from the car park next to Helmsley Castle. This is good for a short winter day or a longer day if you want to explore the ruins of the castle and then walk over to Rievaulx Abbey and explore it too. There is a good cafe at Rievaulx Abbey and a good selection of shops in Helmsley.
Beck Dale & Rievaulx from Helmsley
Departure from Helmsley (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors walk starts from Helmsley and takes in Beck Dale, the River Rye & Rievaulx Abbey before joining the final stage of the Cleveland Way from Rievaulx Bridge back to Helmsley.
The Knights Templar Preceptory from West Burton
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.
Hawnby, Bilsdale West and Wetherhouse Moors
Departure from Hawnby (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors route explores the moors to the north of the village of Hawnby and mainly uses moorland tracks. The walk makes a circuit of Hawnby, Bilsdale West and Wetherhouse Moors and gives views into upper Ryedale, Bilsdale and Ladhill Gill.
Hawnby Hill and Moor
Departure from Hawnby (North Yorkshire)
This is a very pleasant walk which is not too demanding in terms of length, ascent or navigation. It follows good tracks over the moors, quiet farm roads and has one section over the moor on a narrow path through the heather. Varied scenery, great views from the top of Hawnby Hill and a lovely country pub en-route.
Ossett Town Centre to Spring Mill
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
An easy walk mainly on roadside pavements and green footpaths alongside field edges.
Healey Old Mills
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
An easy circular walk, mainly on roadside pavements and green footpaths alongside field edges.
Ossett Town Center to Pildacre Hill
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
An easy, circular walk, mainly on pavements and good footpaths.
From Kirkgate Train Station
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A circular and easy walk mainly along River Calder.
Ferrybridge Community Centre around Brotherton Marshes
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A short circular walk along River Aire and through open fields.
Ferrybridge Medical Centre to Brotherton Church
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
Lovely circular walk along the River Aire from Ferrybridge.
Black Hambleton Circular
Departure from Osmotherley (North Yorkshire)
A circular walk around and over Black Hambleton and the end of Arden Moor; described here in a clockwise direction but just as good in reverse. There is a mixture of open moorland crossed via broad tracks and upland pasture crossed by narrow paths through the heather. It can be a little challenging in terms of navigation at the start but an alternative has been provided.
From Heath to Goosehill, Kirkthorpe and back
Departure from Warmfield cum Heath (West Yorkshire)
This walk start at the large common at Heath, then take you along footpath and bridleways to the smaller commons at Warmfields, Goosehill and Kirkthorp where you can discover the hidden gems such as pond at Goosehill or the village stocks, last used in the 1860's, at Kirkthorp.
St George’s Centre to Airedale Heights
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk with superb panoramic views from the top of the hill.
St George’s Centre to the Lupset Pub
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk from St George’s Centre passing by Mormon Church.
Pontefract to Thorpe Audlin
Departure from Wakefield (West Yorkshire)
From Pontefract to Thorpe Audlin using mostly the Wakefield Way.
Haw Lane & Aysgarth Moor from Aysgarth
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.
Featherstone Library to the Sports Field
Departure from Featherstone (West Yorkshire)
A quick and lovely walk to (re)discover Featherstone.
Featherstone Library to Purston Park
Departure from Featherstone (West Yorkshire)
A short and easy circular walk from Featherstone Library.
Featherstone Library to Old Town Hall
Departure from Featherstone (West Yorkshire)
A short walk around a playing field in Featherstone.
Featherstone Library
Departure from Featherstone (West Yorkshire)
A short and easy circular walk around Featherstone Library.
Easby Abbey and Richmond Castle
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.
Pugneys Country Park & Sandal Castle
Departure from Crigglestone (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk in Pugneys Country Park to the Sandal Castle and back passing on the other side of the lake.
Pugneys Country Park to Sandal Castle
Departure from Crigglestone (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk in Pugneys Country Park and around Sandal Castle.
Purston Park to Castle Syke Hill
Departure from Featherstone (West Yorkshire)
Lovely walk from Purston Park to Castle Syke Hill.
Horbury Bridge to Kirkhamgate
Departure from Sitlington (West Yorkshire)
Nice walk from Horbury Bridge along River Calder to Kirkhamgate using mainly Wakefield Way and Kirkless Way.
Rievaulx Moor from Cowhouse Bank
Departure from Helmsley (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors walk around Rievaulx Moor is easy to follow and gives periodic views into the lower valleys below the Rievaulx Bank. There are some muddy stretches after heavy rain.
Kidstones, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs : A 100km ride in the Yorkshire Dales
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.
Shay Lane to Haw Park Bridge
Departure from Walton (West Yorkshire)
Lovely walk from Walton to Haw Park using Trans-Pennine Trail.
Walton Colliery Nature Park
Departure from Walton (West Yorkshire)
Nice walk from Walton along railways and through Walton Colliery Nature Park.
The Balk
Departure from Walton (West Yorkshire)
Nice and easy walk passing by The Walton War Memorial and using mostly the Wakefield Way.
From Crofton Community Centre to Foulby
Departure from Crofton (West Yorkshire)
Much of the walk takes place over an area of restored opencast mineral workings.
From Crofton Community Centre to Windmill Hill & Foulby
Departure from Crofton (West Yorkshire)
Nice walk with superb views of the East Pennines from the top of Windmill Hill.
From Crofton Community Centre to Anglers Country Park
Departure from Crofton (West Yorkshire)
An easy, circular walk, mainly on roadside pavements and good footpaths with some field side grass walking.
Luddenden Foot Circular
Departure from Calderdale (West Yorkshire)
This Calderdale walk takes you into an area that was once a dense hive of mills and industry: spinning, carding and weaving. Today much of the industry has long since departed and you can enjoy the scenic highlights of this area.
The Newmillerdam and Chapelthorpe
Departure from Crigglestone (West Yorkshire)
Easy walk around the Newmillerdam and Chapelthorpe.
Around Newmillerdam
Departure from Crigglestone (West Yorkshire)
Easy walk around the Newmillerdam and Bushcliff Wood.
Around Ackworth and Hessle
Departure from Ackworth (West Yorkshire)
A circular walk around Ackworth. You'll pass The Dando Way, Brackenhill Quarries, Constitution Hill, Hessle Hall and Water Mill.
Grinton Smelting Mill
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
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 Wainstones from Chop Gate
Departure from Bilsdale Midcable (North Yorkshire)
A circular walk passing through farmland, onto the open moors and up to the ridge with the dramatic Wainstones. Return via the peaceful hamlet of Urra, passing the farm at Bilsdale Hall. Good refreshments in the Buck in at Chop Gate.
Round Hill and Stumps Cross from Chop Gate
Departure from Bilsdale Midcable (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors walk takes you into the wild open moorland of this National Park. The route is mostly along well defined tracks and paths but do choose fine weather to enjoy the view.
Thorpe Audlin to South Elmsall Station
Departure from Thorpe Audlin (West Yorkshire)
Thorpe Audlin to South Elmsall Station using mostly Wakefield Way.
From Carlton Bank: Four hills and a dale
Departure from Bilsdale Midcable (North Yorkshire)
A nice 11 mile walk starting and finishing at the Lord Stones Cafe at the top of Carlton Bank, where there is good parking. It takes in the three North facing hills and the climb to Round Hill. The route returns down past Bilsdale Hall to Seave Green. From here it passes through rolling pastures to a short section on Raisdale Road before taking a lovely path through woods and over the moors back to the start.
In total it is 11.66 miles and covers 2262ft of ascent and descent.
Cringle Moor and The Wainstones
Departure from Bilsdale Midcable (North Yorkshire)
A half day, circular walk which takes in the three summits of the north facing ridge which runs from Lordstones to The Wainstones. It returns via the path which runs below the ridge and finishes at the Lordstones cafe.
The Old Gang Smelting Mill & Gunnerside Gill
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.
More walks in Nidd
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Aldfield
- Allerton Mauleverer with Hopperton
- Arkendale
- Arthington
- Asenby
- Azerley
- Beckwithshaw
- Birstwith
- Bishop Monkton
- Bishop Thornton
- Boroughbridge
- Brearton
- Bridge Hewick
- Burton Leonard
- Castley
- Clifford
- Clint cum Hamlets
- Collingham
- Coneythorpe and Clareton
- Copgrove
- Copt Hewick
- Cundall with Leckby
- Darley and Menwith
- Dishforth
- East Keswick
- Eavestone
- Farnham
- Farnley
- Felliscliffe
- Ferrensby
- Flaxby
- Follifoot
- Givendale
- Goldsborough
- Grantley
- Great Ribston with Walshford
- Grewelthorpe
- Hampsthwaite
- Harewood
- Hartwith cum Winsley
- Haverah Park
- Hutton Conyers
- Kearby with Netherby
- Killinghall
- Kirby Hill
- Kirk Deighton
- Kirkby Malzeard
- Kirkby Overblow
- Knaresborough
- Langthorpe
- Laverton
- Leathley
- Lindley
- Lindrick with Studley Royal and Fountains
- Little Ribston
- Little Timble
- Littlethorpe
- Markenfield Hall
- Markington with Wallerthwaite
- Marton cum Grafton
- Marton-le-Moor
- Melmerby
- Milby
- Newall with Clifton
- Newby with Mulwith
- North Deighton
- North Rigton
- North Stainley with Sleningford
- Norton Conyers
- Norton-le-Clay
- Norwood
- Otley
- Pannal and Burn Bridge
- Plompton
- Pool
- Rainton with Newby
- Ripley
- Ripon
- Roecliffe
- Sawley
- Scotton
- Scriven
- Sharow
- Sicklinghall
- Skelding
- Skelton-on-Ure
- South Stainley with Cayton
- Spofforth with Stockeld
- Stainburn
- Staveley
- Studley Roger
- Thornton Bridge
- Walkingham Hill with Occaney
- Warsill
- Weeton
- Westwick
- Wetherby
- Winksley