Each section will be led by an experienced walk leader, and all the walks are free, so please join us.
We will take advantage of public transport where possible to get to the start of each section and return from the end. In the main we will use the Settle-Carlisle railway, with trains leaving Leeds in the morning and returning late in the afternoon. Some sections will also involve additional bus journeys. Walkers will be responsible for any fares payable. Where we have to hire mini-busses, the cost of this will be shared by participants (we'll give advanced notice of the cost). Please be aware we cannot guarantee places will be available on public transport.
Each of these sections are quite long and the walk itself is tough, involving a lot of steep climbs over rough terrain. The pace of the walk is appropriate to the distance and the available time. We ask that walkers accept the pace set. Anyone getting ahead of the leader may be deemed to have left the walk. Please be aware that weather conditions can result in the walk grade and/or route changing significantly. Good footwear & adequate clothing (including waterproofs) are essential. Please carry enough food & drink for the day. The walk leader reserves the right to refuse participation to anyone who is judged to be not fit or adequately clothed or equipped for the walk concerned, and to vary the walk if conditions so dictate. Under 18 year olds to be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Please note: NO DOGS other than registered assistance dogs, will be accepted on any of these walks. This decision has been taken in the interest of safety and enjoyment for everyone and to protect lifestock and wildlife.
Walkers will be required to pre-book each section. Contact us by email for more details:
From the start of A Dales HIgh Way in the historic Victoria Square, Saltaire, we will climb onto Baildon Moor, then cross Bingley Moor, Burley Moor and Ilkley Moor before descending steeply to the spar town of Ilkley.
From Ilkley we climb back up to rejoin the trail on Ilkley Moor, continuing a long ridge walk onto Addingham High Moor before dropping steeply to the northern edge of the town of Addingham. We then climb onto Skipton Moor along the line of the Roman Road before droppingly steeply into Skipton. Expect a full days walk.
From Skipton we climb up to Tarn Moor and into the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A steady climb over Skyrakes leads to the modest summit of Sharp Haw, with great panoramic views. We descend across Flasby Fell to the tiny farming hamlet of Flasby, before an easy beckside ramble to Hetton - Calender Girls country.
We leave Hetton to climb along Moor Lane and around the head of Winterburn Reservoir, before a long steady moorland climb to the heights of Weets Top. Then its on into limestone country, dropping to Goredale Bridge and on to the top of magnificent Malham Cove. We then climb along the Dry Valley to Langscar Gate, continuing to climb up to Nappa Gate and Kirkby Fell. The trail descends to Stockdale Lane, then alongside the stunning crags of Attermire Scar and Warrendale Knotts, before the final steep descent to Settle.
From Settle we head north, following the river Ribble to Little Stainforth and Stainforth Force. We then climb up alongside Smearset Scar and down to Feizor, with a short stop at Elaine's cafe. Climbing then up past Wharfe woods we head down to the tiny hamlet of Wharfe, with Ingleborough dominating the view ahead. A fine walled track leads us into Crummackdale, with a bubbling beckside lunch stop at the lovely Wash Dub field. A final climb above Crummack leads towards Ingleborough, where we break off the trail to follow Sulber Nick down into Horton-in-Ribblesdale.
From Horton station we retrace our steps towards Ingleborough via Sulber Nick to pick up the trail, before the steady climb up to the summit of Ingleborough for lunch. We descend to the foot of Swine Tail before the very steep, rocky descent to Humphrey Bottom (an optional slightly easier descent route via Park Fell can be offered). We cross to Souther Scale before a shortcut down to Chapel-le-dale with a short break at St Leonard's Church. A gentle climb through the wooded Ellerbeck Gill leads to a long traverse along the lower south-eastern flank of Whernside, with superb views of Ingleborough and Ribblehead Viaduct. Finally we leave the trail by the viaduct for the Station Inn and Ribblehead station.
A fine long days walk in two halves. From Ribblehead station we retrace the route alongside Ribblehead viaduct to rejoin the trail, climbing around the north-eastern flank of Whernside to Boot of the Wold, with spectacular views over Dentdale. A steep descent leads down to join the Dales Way alongside the river Dee into the lovely village of Dent - and lunch (there is an option to break the walk here). Then there's another stiff climb over Frostrow Fell, with stunning views of the Howgill Fells ahead. A steady descent leads into the attractive market town of Sedbergh to finish at the Dalesman Inn.
Leaving Sedbergh, we climb up onto the Howgill Fells via Settlebeck Gill, along the ridge to climb again onto Calders, and finally up to the summit at the Calf. The six-mile ridge route continues north above Bowderdale, crossing Hazelgill Knott and West Fell, with superb views north across the Orton Fells. Finally we descend to Bowderdale and along a quiet lane to Newbiggin-on-Lune.
From Newbiggin-on-Lune we cross wild Ravenstonedale Moor to the secluded splendour of Sunbiggin Tarn, before climbing beside Great Kinmond across the spectacular limestone scars of the Orton Fells. We drop into the Eden Valley at Great Asby, before enjoying a beckside ramble alongside Hoff Beck via Rutter Force and Hoff to finish at the delightful former county town of Appleby-in-Westmorland
(Walk 7) Ribblehead to Sedbergh
(Walk 8) Sedbergh to Newbiggin-on-Lune
(Walk 9) Newbiggin-on-Lune to Appleby
Easy – Leisurely walks with regular stops for viewing & refreshment. Any climbs will be of fairly modest gradient & length.
Moderate – These cater for the more experienced walkers. Expect a full day at a steady pace. You may well encounter steeper gradients & more difficult terrain.
Strenuous – A full day’s walk at a brisk pace, you probably will encounter steep slopes and difficult terrain. The walk may also include yomping and/or short scrambles. There could be time constraints.
Train timetables and fares - National rail journey planner
Dalesbus - Buses in the Yorkshire Dales
Start times are related to the arrival of a train/bus and may be subject to delay. Finish times are approx. Walkers are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from the start and finish of each walk. All walks are free. Booking is essential.
NO DOGS on any walk, except approved assistance dogs.
Please be aware that weather conditions can result in the walk grade and/or route changing significantly. Walk leaders reserve the right to refuse participation to anyone judged to be not fit or adequately clothed or equipped for the walk concerned, and to vary the walk if conditions so dictate. Under 18's accompanied by a responsible adult.
Whilst walk leaders take every care, your comfort and safety are your own responsibility.
The organisers cannot accept responsibility for any loss, damage, injury or inconvenience resulting from these events.
