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An Interesting, Easy Paced Wellness Walk of Around 7mls with 320m accumulated ascent. Mostly on rough tracks & paths, although we may walk on some moorland Passing the site of Grassington Medieval Village, Lead Mines, Smelting Mill & The Incredible Cupola Chimney. We will ‘of course’ be visiting an Ancient Stone Henge on the way back to Grassington, where in the cafes & pubs, welcome refreshments are on offer. We’ll choose a good un!
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It’s an ‘All Creatures Great & Small’ Themed Walk visiting a number of spots used in filming including a stroll through the fictional town of Darrowby. Dress For the weather. Bring hot/cold drink & some food.
Walk Leader - Karl
Karl is a qualified International Mountain Leader with over 20 years experience of safely leading people on their ‘Best Mountain Trip Of A Lifetime’ across the world. Before that he taught Outdoor Education & Sport in Colleges. He also has Mental Health & Outdoor First Aid qualifications – so you’ll be in safe hands.
Now returning to his roots he likes nothing more than introducing people to local walks – about which he always has a wealth of interesting and fun facts. Karl is especially good at making sure everyone has a good day out – join him on one his walks and find out for yourself.
Kit List
- Snacks & a drink
- Camera (its all about the pics!)
- Walking poles really recommended!
- Sturdy footwear
- Sunscreen
- Extra water
- Sun Hat
- Shades
- Dogs MUST be well behaved- this means good recall & good around people, other dogs & livestock.
- Doggie essentials! (e.g. lead, harness)
- Waterproofs
- Spare warm layer
- Hat & Gloves
- We recommend layers!
- Money for the pub or cafe
MEETING PLACE - YDNP Visitor Centre Hebden Road Grassington
We’ll meet outside the Visitor Centre & toilets in plenty of time for a prompt start. It’s a pay car park so share cars if possible. (54.0697731, -1.9972734)
Facilities
- Cafe or Pub Available
- No Swimming Available
- Toilets Available
- Public Transport Available
- No Transport Provided
- Dogs Allowed
Toilets are available at the start & finish of the walk Cafes & Pubs available in Grassington Public transport from Ilkley & Skipton Dogs Allowed: 1pp up to 3 for group. Must be well behaved not yappy & remain under close control, no extendable leads please.
Hot Weater
We’re expecting hot weather on this walk so be sure to check the kit list and bring plenty of water!
Mixed Weather
We’re expecting mixed weather on this walk – so make sure you bring waterproofs AND an extra warm layer!
Donations
All of our walks are provided free of charge thanks to our funders, generous donations and our passionate volunteers. If you’re interested in supporting wellness walks by volunteering or donating please follow the links below. We look forward to walking with you!
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- You MUST book a place on this walk via the Wellness Walks site. You MUST supply the information requested – this is to keep YOU & our leaders safe in the unlikely event of an emergency.
- If you do not have suitable clothing & equipment you may not be allowed on a walk for your own safety.