Your Ultimate Guide to the Best Walks in Yorkshire and Cumbria

A collection of walking routes, photographs, interactive maps, reviews and articles. The walks are in Yorkshire, Cumbria and elsewhere in Northern England and are generally between 10 and 15 miles long. Areas include the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale, the North York Moors and Yorkshire Coast, and the North Pennines and Lake District.

A collection of walking routes, photographs, interactive maps, reviews and articles. The walks are in Yorkshire, Cumbria and elsewhere in Northern England and are generally between 10 and 15 miles long. Areas include the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale, the North York Moors and Yorkshire Coast, and the North Pennines and Lake District.

Breathtaking Scenery on the Best Walks in Yorkshire and Cumbria

North of England walking routes shown on accurate topographic maps in areas such as the North York Moors and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, and the Howardian Hills and North Pennines Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Routes, maps and photographs can be printed and GPX files can be downloaded free of charge.
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Lake District.

Lake District

North York Moors.

North York Moors

Yorkshire Dales.

Yorkshire Dales

Yorkshire Coast.

Yorkshire Coast


Explore and Experience My 50 Newest Walks in Yorkshire and Cumbria

A summary of the 50 most recent walks, presented in date order and updated on a regular basis.
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Leighton Reservoir Walk: Cross Dams, Bridges, and Scenic Paths.
Saturday 16 September 2023.
Nidderdale.
17 miles.

Leighton Reservoir Walk: Cross Dams, Bridges, and Scenic Paths

Saturday 16 September 2023
Nidderdale
17 miles
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Thruscross Reservoir Walk: Six Dales Trail and Tranquil Pathways.
Friday 15 September 2023.
Nidderdale.
8 miles.

Thruscross Reservoir Walk: Six Dales Trail and Tranquil Pathways

Friday 15 September 2023
Nidderdale
8 miles
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Swinsty Reservoir Circular Walk: A Top Leisurely Stroll for All Ages.
Thursday 24 August 2023.
Nidderdale.
3 miles.

Swinsty Reservoir Circular Walk: A Top Leisurely Stroll for All Ages

Thursday 24 August 2023
Nidderdale
3 miles
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Plan Walks in Yorkshire and Cumbria with My Interactive Maps

Eight interactive maps created with the Google My Maps application. Map markers indicate the location of a walking route and a link to its page on this website.
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Eight interactive maps created with the Google My Maps application. Map markers indicate the location of a walking route and a link to its page on this website.

A Trail of Memories from Circular Walks in Yorkshire and Cumbria

Memorable observations and events in the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, Lake District, North Pennines and other regions of Yorkshire and Northern England. The journal entries are shared on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest.
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Memorable observations and events in the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, Lake District, North Pennines and other regions of Yorkshire and Northern England. The journal entries are shared on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr and Pinterest.

Insights and Stories from the Yorkshire and Cumbria Trails

Weblog stories, reviews and information inspired by walking in and exploring the beautiful landscape of Northern England.
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Let’s Talk about the Best Circular Walks in Yorkshire and Cumbria

If you enjoy walking and would like to make a comment or ask a question, please feel free to contact me.
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If you enjoy walking and would like to make a comment or ask a question, please feel free to get in touch.