Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales, in-between Kettlewell and Grassington. Conistone is a charming little village that offers a peaceful countryside retreat. With its picturesque countryside, with lush green fields, rolling fells, narrow gorges and quaint stone cottages. It is a perfect place for hiking and to enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds the area

Distance: 7 miles / 12km

Location: Conistone

An iconic and popular walk in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. Simon’s Seat is at a height of 485m and although it’s not particularly high, it’s well worth a visit. Not to mention the views over the Dales are breathtakingly beautiful - especially if you catch a cloud inversion like I did.

Distance: 9 miles / 14.5km

Location: Barden Bridge

A series of limestone and caves above Settle - it is one of my favourite places to visit. There is so much to see and explore. I have visited Attermire many times before but wasn’t quite expecting to be as in awe as I was on this day.

Distance: 8.5 miles / 13km

Location: Stainforth

Whernside, the highest mountain in the Yorkshire Dales, at 2,370ft. It has the appearance of a whale’s back (apparently) and one of the most popular mountains in the Dales. Although most walk from Ribblehead, this can be busy. Walking from Dentdale provides a much quieter route to the summit, and, in my opinion, more enjoyable. The views into Dentdale are fantastic too!

Distance: 8.5 miles - 13km

Location: Dent

Enjoy beautiful views over the Old Cote Moor. A challenging hilly trail that climbs up rocky terrain and along a grassy plateau, where fantastic views across the Yorkshire Dales open over upper Wharfedale. Head back into the valley of Kettlewell and continue up the steep hillside above Buckden and back towards Arncliffe. A challenging but rewarding hike.

Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km

Location: Arncliffe

Situated in the valley of Langstrothdale, lies Yockenthwaite. It is one of the smallest hamlets in the Yorkshire Dales and probably one of the quietest, too. The view down the valley is breathtakingly beautiful where the River Wharfe runs for 15 miles through the villages of Yockenthwaite, Deepdale, Beckermonds, and Oughtershaw.

Distance: 14 Miles / 22.5km

Location: Yockenthwaite

The small village of Stainforth is in the craven district of North Yorkshire. Nearby, there is Stainforth falls, which is renowned for wild swimming and is easily accessed on foot. From the falls, the walk rises high above the village, offering magnificent views of dramatic limestone and rocky outcrops towards the hamlet of Feizor.

Distance: 9 Miles / 14.5km

Location: Stainforth

The Dales are more commonly known for the Yorkshire’s three peaks, comprising Pen-y-Ghent, Whernside & Ingleborough. Although popular and crowded, only a handful may wish to take the path less travelled, and it is where the Wharfedale three peaks come into its own.

Distance: 16 miles / 26km

Location: Kettlewell

Twistleton Scar lies beneath the foothills of Ingleborough and Whernside. The valley pavement and scar were formed roughly 15,000 years ago when a glacier and ice cap retreated during the last ice age

Distance: 6 miles / 10 km

Location: Chapel-le-Dale

A distinctive fell in the northern dales, on the eastern slopes of Mallerstang, where a series of nine large cairns stand prominently. While the flat plateau, remoteness, and quietness of Swarth Fell make it excellent walking conditions and a place to truly get away from it all.

Distance: 10 miles / 16 km Location: Mallerstang

Barbondale and Calf Top is a geographer’s dream. With a steep-sided valley carved out through the landscape from the ice age, Barbon beck meanders throughout, and a broad wide grassy unspoiled ridge offers extensive views into the Howgills.

Distance: 9 miles / 14 km Location: Barbon

Birks Fell is situated in-between the valleys of Wharfedale and Littondale. Until recently, it has been labelled as a Marilyn. A peak that is above 2000ft, which is also classified as part of the Dales 30.

Distance: 9 miles / 14 km Location: Starbottom

Dodd Fell & Drumaldrace are part of the Dales 30. The route starts from the town of Gayle, following a lovely horseshoe route. Fells of Sleddale valley surround it to the south of Hawes in Wensleydale.

Distance: 9 miles / 14 km Location: Gayle

Sharp Haw & Rough Haw lie near Skipton on the border of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Standing at a mere 1171ft (357 metres), it earns its ‘Sharp’ credentials due to rising to a point, whereas ‘Rough Haw’ is much more rounded and rugged. A fine contrast between the two.

Distance: 6 miles / 10 km Location: Skipton

Simon Fell & Park Fell are two of Ingleborough’s near neighbour fells. Ingleborough is the second highest peak in the Yorkshire Dales and the highest of the infamous Three Peaks. Whilst Simon Fell is the smaller less visited and is also part of the Dales 30.

Distance: 7 miles / 11 km Location: Chapel-le-Dale

Plover Fell is Pen-y-Ghent’s neighboring Fell. It is one of the more remote and least accessed, however, that’s what makes it so special. It also contributes to one of the Dales 30 with it being over 2000ft in height. The hike itself starts from the quiet village of Halton Gill in Littondale in the Yorkshire Dales.

Distance: 9 miles / 14 km Location: Halton Gill

Burnsall is one of my favourite little villages in the Yorkshire Dales. It is situated on the River Wharfe and surrounded by large rolling fells and vast grassy areas. Whilst in the village, take a stroll beside the river or relax in some of the nearby Dales cafes. There is also a lovely cosy pub ‘The Red Lion’ to quench your thirst whilst watching the world go by.

Distance: 7 miles / 11 km Location: Burnsall

Malham, Gordale Scar & Janet’s Foss. A historic, yet magical landscape that is truly fascinating. Somewhere not to be missed if you’re ever visiting the Yorkshire Dales. Every time I visit it blows my mind, to think this is naturally made and has been here for 1000 of years. It’s no wonder people from around the world come here.

Distance: 4.5 miles / 7.2 km Location: Malham

Settle, is said to be one of Yorkshire’s best market towns there is, with its bustling atmosphere and easy access to both Forest of Bowland and the Lake District. It is a great location to explore the Dales natural wonders, consisting of prehistoric caves along Langcliffe Scar and secluded waterfalls from the quaint town of Stainforth.

Distance: 10 miles / 16km Location: Settle

Yordas Cave, The Cheese Press Stone, and Gragareth all lie in the area of Kingsdale, on the western slopes of the Yorkshire Dales. The area is full of limestone features such as pavements and caves, including Yordas cave and The Cheese Press Stone.

Distance: 7 miles / 12km
Location: Kingsdale