Our walks on 12 April are from the beautiful market town of Grassington in Upper Wharfedale, in the outstanding scenery of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

They are led by Stan and Sheila.

A walk (10 miles)

The A Walk is just under 10 miles with a total ascent of 1285 ft, and starts from the National Trust car park in Grassington. We follow a route through the village then joining the Dales Way, which gives good views of Wharfedale. Leaving this we head towards Dib and Bull Scar. We continue on towards the village of Conistone, with a short rocky descent proceeding towards Kilnsey, after crossing the river Wharfe, with the Crag visible in the distance.

We then climb again heading towards Malham Moor then turning towards Threshfield Quarry with some short grassy climbs and descents before we arrive at the quarry.
Continuing on we descend via good pathways and roads before crossing the river Wharfe and finishing back at the car park.

B walk (7.22 miles)

The B walk is 7.22 miles with an elevation gain of 592 ft with no significant climbs. The first half of the walk is mainly flat and is a stroll east along the River Wharfe. Then we turn north to go up through Hebdon, following along the side of Hebdon Beck. There are stepping stones which are easily crossed here and we follow the rocky uneven path upto the mine workings. Turning south, we return to Grassington along Moor Lane and just after Linton Falls, take Sedber Lane back to the car pak. There are some wonderful views along the way, down the valley formed by Hebden Beck and later in the walk a view of the Wharfe Valley.

This is a lovely spring walk and there are plenty of shops, cafes and pubs to enjoy later.

Upper Wharfdale - Yorkshire Dales National Park. (Photo © Dunk)