Walking in Pennine Yorkshire
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There are numerous walks for all abilities in Pennine Yorkshire. Our towns and villages are geared up to meet walkers' needs and Hebden Bridge was the country's first Walkers are Welcome town.
The Pennine Way
Wriggles its way through our moors from Derbyshire to Lancashire and offers some of the finest upland walking in England. This national route runs for 268 miles (429km) from the Peak District in Derbyshire to the Scottish Borders, passing through the picturesque villages of Marsden, Hebden Bridge and Haworth.
The Kirklees Way
A 72 mile/116 kilometre long circular walking route exploring the natural beauty of the Yorkshire countryside. It takes walkers through quaint villages, moorland, woodland and past many historical sites.
Hardcastle Crags
Near Hebden Bridge includes deep rocky ravines, tumbling streams and beautiful upland meadows.
Standedge Trail
Set in the heart of the South Pennines this 10 mile circular route traces the routes of transport and industrial heritage located in the charming Pennine village of Marsden. This walk is fun for all the family.
Brontë Way
A 43 mile (69km) long distance footpath which crosses wild and desolate moorland, reservoirs and the famous Bronte Falls - the perfect place for a picnic stop. The Brontë Way is the definitive trail for Brontë fans.
The trail takes in many key sites related to the Brontës, including Thornton/Pondon Hall inspiration for Thrushcross Grange in Wuthering Heights, Haworth village and the Brontë Parsonage and the Kay-Shuttleworth's home Gawthorpe Hall in Padiham, near Burnley to which Charlotte Brontë made frequent visits. Pick up a copy of the Ramblers Association's publication 'Brontë Way' by Marie Wilson for a comprehensive guide to walking this trail and its links and historic sites pertaining to the Brontës.
The Holme Valley Circular
Discover a wide variety of scenery from quiet villages to rolling fields and wooded valleys on this 24 mile long walk, which can be divided into 13 short sections and involves almost 4000ft.
The Meltham Way
Seven miles through the picturesque village of Meltham and the surrounding countryside.
The Colne Valley Circular
A 12.5 mile circular route through the Colne Valley, which has glorious Pennine moorland, oak woodlands, weavers' cottages, Victorian Mills and the restored Huddersfield Narrow Canal.
The Spen Valley Fame Trail
A walk around Heckmondwike.
The Holme Valley Riverside Way
6 miles linear walking route following the River Holme from Magdale, through Holmfirth and Honley to Digley Reservoir.
Ilkley Moor
Walk across the moor and take in the famous Cow and Calf and Ilkley Tarn.
The Calderdale Way
The town of Hebden Bridge is renowned for its walks and is the first town in the UK to acknowledge this by “Walkers are Welcome”. The Calderdale Way is approx. 50 miles and is a circular walk round the Borough of Calderdale.
Family Walks
The Pennine region offers walks for people of all ages and fitness levels. Walking Families offer downloadable guides on their website. Hebden Bridge Walkers Action offer details of a selection of walks along with photographs of the routes.
Calderdale Heritage Walks
Calderdale Heritage Walks offer a year-round programme of walks throughout Calderdale linked to the history and heritage the area. Well researched guided walks aim to explain the history and fascinating features of local towns and villages. Walks are two hours or just over and are fairly easy walking unless otherwise stated. The walks are not suitable for those under 13 years. The majority of walks are centred on the towns and villages, but some have a more rural feel and explore the old lanes, paths and settlements of the area. For almost all walks booking is not essential just turn up and pay a small fee on the day. Guides can be booked for private groups for further details.
The Stanbury Alternative
The walk is that bit longer if taken from Haworth centre, past the Bronte Parsonage (around 6 miles return). Alternatively you can begin at Stanbury, just before Haworth (take the path up from the bus stop). In Stanbury you'll find a couple of pubs to 'fuel up' with food and ale before or after the walk.
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Cycling
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Bird Watching
Take the chance to see some of the region's more elusive bird life during your stay. Click here for more information.
Pennine Must See
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Family Holidays
The flexibility of a serviced, self-catering apartment along with the convenient location of Hebden Bridge make Croft Mill apartments the ideal base for families to explore the Pennine region and beyond. More information on family activities...