Discover Selside
Selside is a village located in the BD24 postcode area of North Yorkshire. Governed by North Yorkshire Council, this small settlement offers insights into rural life in the region. Visitors can explore the surrounding Yorkshire Dales National Park, known for its scenic landscapes and outdoor recreational opportunities.
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The Old School Bunkhouse
The Old School Bunkhouse in Chapel-le-Dale offers convenient parking options for guests exploring the stunning Yorkshire countryside. Located near popular walking trails and scenic spots, this facility provides easy access to the natural beauty of the area. Ideal for families and groups, it ensures a comfortable and memorable stay.
The Old Hill Inn
The Old Hill Inn, located in the picturesque Chapel-le-Dale, offers a charming stay in a historic 1615 lodge. While enjoying traditional English cuisine, visitors can explore the nearby scenic trails. Parking is likely available on a pay-and-display basis, typical for the area.
The Station Inn Ribblehead Viaduct
Experience classic Dales hospitality, hearty food, and simple stays at The Station Inn, perfectly placed by Ribblehead Viaduct.
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Philpin Farm Campsite
Philpin Farm Campsite in Chapel-le-Dale offers a serene camping experience with clean facilities and a friendly atmosphere. Located in the picturesque Yorkshire countryside, it provides essential amenities including toilets, showers, and a communal area with a shop. Ideal for families, the campsite ensures a comfortable stay with convenient payment options.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Southerscales
Located near the scenic Chapel-le-Dale, the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Southerscales offers convenient parking for visitors exploring the natural beauty of the area. While enjoying the stunning limestone pavements and breathtaking views, guests can easily access the site with pay-and-display parking options. This facility is perfect for families and nature enthusiasts looking to immerse themselves in Yorkshire's natural wonders.
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The Old Hill Inn
The Old Hill Inn, located in the picturesque Chapel-le-Dale, offers a charming stay in a historic 1615 lodge. While enjoying traditional English cuisine, visitors can explore the nearby scenic trails. Parking is likely available on a pay-and-display basis, typical for the area.
The Station Inn Ribblehead Viaduct
Experience classic Dales hospitality, hearty food, and simple stays at The Station Inn, perfectly placed by Ribblehead Viaduct.
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This village is geographically within the following regions:
- Postcode
- BD24
- Administrative area
- Horton in Ribblesdale
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Walk: Ribblehead, a short walk
The Ribblehead viaduct is one of the most dramatic Victorian engineering achievements of the era. This short walk gives a real feel and understanding of the feat. The Route what3words for start point: ///rent.imagined.intestine Start Point: Parking places on the road at Ribblehead Finish Point: Ribblehead Distance: 5 Miles GPX Route Map ribbleheadashortwalkDownload Walk Description There is plenty of car parking on the road at Ribblehead. Walk towards the viaduct but do not pass under it. Continue alongside the railway for half a mile to a tunnel under the railway on your left. There is an option here to continue for a further half mile to stand above the railway and look in to the extraordinary mile and a half Blea Moor Tunnel . Return to the tunnel under the railway to Winterscales. Past the farm take the track on your left and return to pass under the viaduct. It is only then that you can understand the extraordinary scale of the structure.
Ingleborough Walk from Clapham
Starting in the North Yorkshire village of Clapham this walk climbs to Ingleborough Cave, Ingleborough and Gaping Gill. The Route Start Point: Clapham, North Yorkshire Finish Point: Clapham, North Yorkshire Distance: 7 miles GPX Route Map ingleboroughwalkfromclaphamDownload Walk Description what3words for start point: ///wants.boom.jugs This walk starts in the North Yorkshire village of Clapham before tackling the challenging 4 mile hike to the top of the mountain. Heading north on the footpath that runs along Clapham Beck the route then passes Ingleborough Show Cave before climbing Gaping Gill. The cave is one of the unmistakable landmarks on the mountain with a plunging 98 metre deep hole which Fell Beck flows into. The next section of the route takes you to the summit of Ingleborough, the second-highest hill in the Yorkshire Dales.
Ribblehead Viaduct Circular Walk
Enjoy a circular walk travelling around this famous Grade II listed structure whilst breathing in the countryside air. Situated within the Yorkshire Dales, this hugely picturesque spot is surrounded by beautiful rolling hills. The Route Start Point: Car park off of the B6255 Finish Point: Car park off of the B6255 Distance: 4.22 Miles GPX Route Map ribblehead-viaductDownload Walk Description what3words for start point: ///rent.imagined.intestine Enjoy a circular walk travelling around this famous Grade II listed structure whilst breathing in the countryside air. Situated within the Yorkshire Dales, this hugely picturesque spot is surrounded by beautiful rolling hills. The impressive viaduct carries the Settle to Carlisle Railway across Batty Moss in the valley of the River Ribblehead. Whether you’re isolating alone or with someone you love, be sure to add this glorious destination to your list of Yorkshire walks. You can start the walk from the car park just to the south of the viaduct, off the B6255. You can also visit the viaduct by public transport by catching the train to Ribblehead railway station. It's an interesting little station with a small shop selling memorabilia and a Visitor Centre which includes exhibits about the history of the line and the fight to keep it open. From the car park footpaths head north on the eastern side of the railway line, taking you to Winterscales Farm. Here you turn south west towards Broadrake, before crossing Winterscale Beck and heading back towards the viaduct. After your walk you can enjoy refreshments at the excellent Station Inn. The classic stone pub overlooks the viaduct and has free parking. You can follow the path to the viaduct by using the google street view link below. It shows the surfaced path with views of the viaduct and hills behind. To extend your walking in the area you could continue west and visit Twistleton Scar where there is some splendid limestone scenery. Food & Facilities Try The Old Hill Inn or The Station Inn (booking advisable) or travel on to nearby Ingleton for bakeries, pubs, shops and accommodation.
Yorkshire Three Peaks Walk
On this challenging 25 mile long circular walk you will take in Yorkshire's famous three peaks; Pen y Ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. Not for the faint of heart, this is a popular charity challenge walk, and for good reason, you'll need to be very fit, and make sure there's plenty of daylight too. Ribblehead Viaduct, visible on much of the route The Route Start Point: Horton-in-Ribblesdale Finish Point: Horton-in-Ribblesdale Distance: 25 miles GPX Route Map yorkshirethreepeaksDownload Walk Description what3words for start point: ///confining.verges.hedgehog The route for the Yorkshire Three Peaks starts in the civil parish of Horton in Ribblesdale. This walk first heads to Pen-y-Ghent climbing 694m to the summit via Brackenbottom Scar. The route then descends along the Pennine Way taking in, Tarn Barn, Horton Scar, Jackdaw Hill and Hull Point before continuing to the second peak, Whernside. Ascending 736m to the summit of Whernside via Ribblehead Viaduct you pass Blue Clay Ridge, Little Dale Beck and Force Gill where you will see a series of waterfalls. You will descend through Broadrake, Philpin Lane and Low Hill before tackling the final ascent and the third of the three peaks, Ingleborough. After climbing 723m to the summit the route descends back down to Horton in Ribblesdale where you began. Are you taking on the Three Peaks? Let us know about your walk or challenge in the comments below. If you work for a member of Welcome to Yorkshire and would like to raise money for charity through your work or office challenge, you can do so here. You can sign up your business here.