The Ribblehead Viaduct, an iconic symbol of Victorian engineering and perseverance, is the largest and most impressive of the viaducts on the Settle to Carlisle railway line. Its majestic arches stretch across the rugged landscape of Batty Moss in Ribblehead, North Yorkshire, and serve as a testament to the ambitious vision and skill of the engineers and labourers who brought the railway line to life.
On Beacon Hill in the scenic North York Moors in North Yorkshire, Danby Beacon stands as a testament to England’s rich and diverse history. Serving as a crucial early warning system and communication tool, the beacon’s significance spans from Roman occupation to the Napoleonic era and the Second World War. Surrounded by picturesque villages like Danby and Lealholm, Danby Beacon’s story continues to captivate visitors and history enthusiasts alike.
If you’re looking for a unique and interesting walk in the Nidderdale area, the Crackpots Mosaic Trail is a must. This moderate seven-mile trail takes you through the beautiful landscape of Dallowgill, where you’ll encounter 22 illuminated mosaics that celebrate the local scenery and wildlife.
👉 Print the Crackpots Mosaic Trail route map and directions here.
This original 19th-century iron wagon was one of many used to transport lead ore and waste (known as deads) from the extensive underground mines in the area. These wagons were typically horse-drawn and ran on narrow iron rails, which can still be seen in some old mines today.
Rosedale Railway was used to carry ironstone from three hillside kilns to a single point at Blakey Junction. From there it was transported to blast furnaces in Teesside and County Durham.
Take a look at these circular walks in the north-eastern area of the Lake District National Park. They are all between 7 and 9 miles long and will take 4½ to 5½ hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Dockray, Aira Force, Brothers Water, Hart Crag, Patterdale, Hartsop and Hayeswater.
Have you tried any of these circular trails in the eastern area of the North York Moors National Park? They are all between 9 and 11 miles long and will take 4-5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Robin Hood’s Bay, Ravenscar, Sleights, Falling Foss, Glaisdale, Grosmont, Mallyan Spout and Egton Bridge.
Have you tried any of these circular trails in the southern and western area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park? They are all between 9 and 11 miles long and will take 4-5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Settle, Stainforth Force, Grassington, Kilnsey Crag, Ribblehead Viaduct, Whernside, Barden Moor, Dent Head Viaduct, Ingleborough National Nature Reserve and Catrigg Force.
Alfred Wainwright was born in Blackburn in 1907 and at the age of 13 left school to work in the town hall offices. His first visit to the Lake District was not until he was 23 years old, when he climbed Orrest Head which overlooks Windermere. Transfixed by the amazing views, it became his sole ambition to live in Lakeland.
At the age of 41 he eventually moved to Kendal and from 1952 he devoted every evening and weekend to researching and compiling the seven wonderful guidebooks. The project took 13 years to complete and earned him an MBE.
A PICTORIAL GUIDE TO THE LAKELAND FELLS being an illustrated account of a study and exploration of the mountains in the English Lake District.
Alfred Wainwright
The Ordnance Survey OS Explorer maps are the best maps to use whilst walking in the Lake District. Just four OS Explorer titles cover the whole of the Lake District National Park. The Lake District maps (reference numbers OL4, OL5, OL6 and OL7) can be purchased from Amazon using the links on this page. Moreover, Amazon’s Ordnance Survey page includes the full range of OS Explorer maps which covers the entirety of England, Scotland and Wales.
Where in Northern England did the nine presenters of the BBC Winter Walks series actually walk? Which maps would they have needed to plot their walking routes? Which paths, tracks and roads would they have followed? Here are all the answers.
The huge kilns in the distance (left of centre) were built in the 1860s to process ironstone which had been mined from beneath the moorland hill behind them. The kilns are situated on the east side of the Rosedale valley in the North York Moors.
A new Countryside Code has been launched by Natural England and Natural Resources Wales to coincide with the 70th anniversary of the creation of the founding booklet published in 1951. The update is the first in over a decade and includes advice on creating a welcoming environment, clearer rules to underline the importance of clearing away dog poo, staying on footpaths and not feeding livestock.
The medieval church of St Mary Magdalene is situated on the south-east side of Over Silton in North Yorkshire. It can only be reached on foot by walking across a grassy field, from either the village or Kirk Ings Lane, a minor road just to the south.
Have a look at these circular trails in Swaledale, in the northern and central area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. They are all between 9 and 10 miles long and will take 4½ to 5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Gunnerside, Gunnerside Gill, Healaugh, Reeth, Langthwaite and Arkengarthdale.
Have a look at these circular trails in Lower Wensleydale, in or just outside the northern and central area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. They are all about 10 miles long and will take approximately 5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Carlton, West Burton, West Witton, Leyburn and Aysgarth Falls.
Take a look at these circular trails in the northern and central area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. They are all between 7 and 9 miles long and will take 3½ to 4½ hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Reeth, Langthwaite, Muker, Buckden, Yockenthwaite, Hubberholme, Aysgarth Falls, Crackpot Hall and the Swinner Gill Lead Mines.
Check out these circular trails in the southern and western area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. They are all between 8 and 10 miles long and will take 4-5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Bolton Abbey, Simon’s Seat, The Strid, Trollers Gill, Gordale Scar, Janet’s Foss, Malham Cove, Ingleborough and Stainforth Force.
Check out these circular trails in the eastern area of the North York Moors National Park. They are all between 9 and 11 miles long and will take 4-5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as Whisper Dales, Dalby Forest, Bridestones Nature Reserve, Falling Foss, Grosmont and Goathland.
Check out these circular trails in the western area of the North York Moors National Park. They are all between 10 and 12 miles long and will take 4-5 hours to complete. The walks include visits to some of the region’s most beautiful places such as the Esk Valley, Farndale, Rosedale Abbey and Hutton-le-Hole.
