Category: Walking Inspiration
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Majestic Malhamdale – Walking in an incredible landscape
There are so many words to describe the spectacular scenery in the limestone landscapes around Malham in the Yorkshire Dales. Something that I discovered again for myself on a morning walk today in the autumnal sunshine. Setting off early is always a good plan for Malham. It meant that I had the footpaths pretty much…
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Winter walking in all the elements
Sometimes wintery weather does nothing to entice us outside to stretch our legs, and yet at other times it has the greatest appeal. I must admit, I love a good day hike in winter – provided I have all the right clothing and layers on, and am wrapped up to the elements. When crisp, winter…
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Majestic Malham Cove
It was a week day in September. Schools had just gone back. This felt like a monumental moment this year after the extended closures during the Lockdown and I think we were all glad about it, if a little apprehensive. Most of the past few months had been our family of four at home, mainly,…
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Wonderful walking to climb Sharp Haw
Climb a hill Take in the view Look all around you From me to you And breathe in the air It’s fresh and crisp Then you can tick Wonderful Sharp Haw off your list
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Don’t miss Skipton Castle Woods
Skipton Castle Woods is a captivating place that we have loved spending time in this autumn. It is so close to the top of town and accessible from it, that it’s quite possible to combine a visit to the High Street’s Eateries with a walk in the woods.
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Local Summits – Embsay Crag
Embsay Crag is a popular local summit a short distance from the market town of Skipton and North Yorkshire, where the effort a climb is soon rewarded by fantastic views.
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A wander through Wycoller
Do you know Wycoller Country Park? When we arrived in the Trawden Road car park we asked ourselves, ‘where is the Country Park?’ We followed the road to the village by walking down the hill and later discovered that the Country Park describes much of the area around Wycoller itself. What did we love about…
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Yorkshire’s waterfalls in all seasons
We love discovering the waterfalls of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. There is just something about being in nature and watching water cascading over waterfalls that transports your mind to another place and brings joy. Or is that just me? Here are three North Yorkshire locations where our family has enjoyed discovering the beauty of…