Photo: starlings at North Duffield Carrs, near Selby
in Bubwith in Selby
This fantastic photo of a murmuration of starlings was taken by Alan Whitehead at the bird watching site: North Duffield Carrs, …
birds
Birds are a diverse group of animals that are known for their ability to fly. They come in all shapes and sizes, from tiny hummingbirds to massive ostriches. Yorkshire is home to a variety of bird species, including the iconic red kite, which was reintroduced to the region in the 1990s after being extinct in England for over a century. The Yorkshire Dales National Park is also a popular destination for birdwatchers, with over 100 species of birds recorded in the area.
Competition: Seed box giveaway in partnership with Birds Eye Peas
Get a free seedbox from Birds Eye Peas by entering our butterfly competition. How to enter Draw or create your own …
Rare black-winged stilts fledged near Doncaster
Potteric Carr nature reserve in Doncaster has been playing host to nesting black-winged stilts for nearly a month and today Yorkshire …
Yorkshire Puffin Festival 14th – 15th May
There’s fun for all the family from crafts and face painting to puffin-watching with seabird experts at the Yorkshire Puffin Festival …
Spring Birdwatch
Spring time is a great time of year to spot many wonderful birds in the skies of Yorkshire (or on the ground, as the case may be).
Yorkshire’s Spring Awakening
Spring Equinox has arrived, bringing with it earlier dawns and later sunsets as daylight hours increase. Yorkshire is experiencing a spring awakening with flowers blooming, venues reopening and longer hours allowing for more time outdoors. So how will you enjoy this time?
8 Best Winter Walks in East Yorkshire
As we wallow in the bleak midwinter, what better way to beat the blues than with an uplifting winter walk in …
A Very Merry Walkshire Christmas
Here at Welcome to Yorkshire, we have spent a year celebrating walking in Yorkshire. Inspired by the local community as we …
Barlow Common Wildlife Trail
Once a neglected area used as a dumping ground for waste, Barlow Common near Selby is now a scenic nature reserve …
A family walk around RSPB St Aidan’s
St Aidan’s RSPB Nature Reserve is the hidden gem of East Leeds (although lockdown brought a lot of new visitors!). It …
Tatton Sykes Monument and Cottam
in Driffield
A wonderfully quiet and scenic walk. Starting and finishing at the impressive and towering Tatton Sykes Monument, it takes you through …
3 Walking Trails through Skipton Woods
Discover three accessible, family-friendly nature trails through Skipton Castle Woods.
Yorkshire Wolds Dew Pond Wander: a journey through time
Dew ponds – sometimes called cloud ponds or mist ponds – are man-made ponds which were created in the 18th and …
Potteric Carr Nature Reserve Walk
in Doncaster
This is a glorious walk amongst nature. Potteric Carr Nature Reserve is a beautiful area of wetland, just near Doncaster, with …
A journey to Yorkshire’s Land’s End: Walking at Spurn National Nature Reserve
Yorkshire’s beautiful landscapes have so much to offer, particularly those off the beaten track – or those at the county’s extreme …
Inclusive Walking with Experience Community – The Land Trust
Jane was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in July 2003. She had moved back home to Pontefract in 2005 after living …
Dog walkers: Top tips for keeping wildlife safe
We have some top tips for keeping you, our wildlife and livestock safe this season as we explore more of Yorkshire’s finest …
10 Craft Activities For The Stick Connoisseur
Here at The Reluctant Explorers HQ (i.e. my house), we love getting out walking with the kids (well, I say we. …
Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve, Brighouse Walk
Once a quarry, landfill site and ash tip for the old Elland power station, Cromwell Bottom Local Nature Reserve is now …
Signs of spring
Enjoying the many positives of spring is a welcome relief after months of colder temperatures and gloomy days in isolation. Seeing …
Inclusive Walking with Experience Community – St Aidan’s
Pete tells us why he loves RSPB St Aidan’s so much and gives us an overview of some of the wildlife he photographs there.
Nidderdale Greenway and Nidd Gorge
We absolutely love the Nidderdale Greenway walk here at Harrogate Mumbler. It’s a great one for all the family, including the …
Campus Connections: the LBHW team offer a snapshot of shared histories
Leeds – a magical city in a majestic county. Heritage Corner’s Leeds Black History Walk is a fascinating revelation of historic Yorkshire links …
Valley Gardens, Harrogate to RHS Harlow Carr
One of the most popular walks in Harrogate takes you from the Royal Pump Room Museum to RHS Harlow Carr. The …
Walkshire through the eyes of an 8 year old
Here is a blog by our youngest contributor, so far, Eden. He was asked to write about his three favourite walks …
Wellbeing By Water – Looking Beyond #BlueMonday
Blue Monday…. Is it really the most depressing day of the year? Simply put, no. The third Monday in January isn’t …
4 Nature Walks for the Seasons
On foot is one of the best ways to explore Yorkshire’s varied landscapes, stunning scenery, historical sites and legendary landmarks. Whether …