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News • December 18th, 2020
|This short walk near Skipton offers a pleasant and straightforward route, beginning with a stroll to Embsay Reservoir and finishing with an easy climb to the summit of Embsay Crag.
The Route
- Start Point: Embsay near the Elm Tree Inn (5 Elm Tree Square, Embsay, Skipton BD23 6RB)
- Finish Point: Embsay near the Elm Tree Inn
- Distance: 3.5 miles
GPX Route Map
Walk Description
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Start your walk from the Elm Tree Inn and follow a Pasture Road to the reservoir. Continue on a well-marked path leading up to Embsay Crag. The climb is short but rewarding.
The route then brings you back to the village of Embsay, offering a fresh perspective as you return. This walk is ideal for anyone looking for a quick, scenic escape into the countryside.
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