Discovering Yorkshire’s Seabird City
A walk along the cliff tops at Flamborough Cliffs Nature Reserve Did you know that Yorkshire’s Flamborough Headland is one of …
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Walking is a simple yet effective way to improve physical and mental health. It is a low-impact exercise that can be done anywhere, anytime. In Yorkshire, there are many beautiful walking trails that offer stunning views of the countryside and coastline. From the Yorkshire Dales to the North York Moors, there is no shortage of scenic routes to explore. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just starting out, walking in Yorkshire is a great way to connect with nature and stay active.
Penistone Hill Country Park
Penistone Hill Country Park is a beautiful area of open moorland, nestled near the famous Bronte village of Haworth in West …
Heber’s Ghyll, Ilkley
in Ilkley
Heber’s Ghyll is a cracking family-friendly walk in Ilkley. Given it is less than 3km in length, this is a wander …
Walking the Huddersfield Narrow Canal – Huddersfield to Marsden
Canal walks have a strong pull with their unfolding landscapes, wildlife, alternative and intriguing lifestyle options and the general calm and …
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 …
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. …
Endcliffe Park to Porter Clough
in Sheffield
Endcliffe Park is one of Sheffield’s most popular parks. It’s a great open space, with playground facilities and a family-friendly café, …
Children walk, cycle and scoot their school journeys as part of Sustrans’ Big Pedal
Children in schools across Yorkshire are taking part in the Big Pedal, from 19-30 April, to get active during their school …
The big swim – Swinsty and Fewston Reservoirs walk
Coming into the Swinsty Reservoir car park, you’re immediately into this glorious view – a sandy beach area and the start …
Cromwell Bottom Nature Reserve – Brighouse
Once a quarry, landfill site and ash tip for the old Elland power station, Cromwell Bottom Local Nature Reserve is now …
Norfolk Heritage Park, Sheffield
Sheffield has many nicknames, but our favourite is probably ‘The Outdoor City’ due to the myriad of outdoor activities on its …
Respecting The Great Outdoors of Yorkshire – Walkers and Landowners
I live for the outdoors and I love to get out hiking as much as possible. In the wild, within nature …
Ogden Water
If you’re looking for a lovely spring walk where you can take in the beautiful scenery and enjoy what nature has …
Family Walk at Hackfall Wood, Masham
Which ingredients make for the perfect family walk? I would imagine that whatever they are, you’ll be able to tick them …
The Best Yorkshire Walks For A Lockdown Catch-Up
A lot has happened over the last year and you’ll no doubt have tonnes of gossip to catch up on with …
Visiting Pompocali in Hetchell Woods
This is one of our favourite walks, with lots of routes you could take. You enter from Tenter Hill Lane and …
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.
The Cleveland Way: Robin Hood’s Bay to Boggle Hole
This is a great walk for all ages, with beautiful views and plenty to do along the way. Tide–permitting: Walk along …
Wakefield’s ‘The Gnome Roam’
Although this walk is frankly brilliant, I always feel it’s somewhat overlooked by the many families who visit Newmillerdam. Most people …
May Beck to Falling Foss
If ever there was a magical woodland walk, this is it. Take the trail through the trees on a 2-mile circular …
How a stroll along your local canal can help protect the environment
With 500km of towpaths and beautiful waterside vistas steeped in history, Yorkshire’s canal and river network offers some truly memorable walking …
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 …
Hare Head from Bolton Abbey
in Bolton Abbey
So many people venture to Bolton Abbey for family walks along the Strid, while those a little more adventurous might try …
The Grosmont to Goathland Rail Trail
This 3.6 mile route follows the old tramway line, built by George Stephenson, between Grosmont to Goathland. It’s a great walk …
Walk: Deffer Wood, Barnsley
in Barnsley
This fab circular walk is just amazing. At 4km, it is PERFECT for families and has pretty much everything you could …
Walking, Wellbeing and Wildlife
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Whether you’re taking a quick walk around the block or stretching your legs a little further, wildlife is …
Fraisethorpe to Bridlington
Walking along the beautiful East Yorkshire Coast, from Fraisethorpe to Bridlington, is one of my favourite walks with my children. Situated …
Inclusive Walking with Experience Community – Newmillerdam
Marie first joined Experience Community’s activities in 2014. She started out on our wheelchair walks at Dewsbury Country Park and along …
The Bluebells of Ilkley’s Middleton Woods
in Ilkley
This Mother’s Day, finding a beautiful spring walk is high on every mummy’s agenda (well, that and breakfast in bed, which …
Inclusive Walks with Experience Community
Craig Grimes, Managing Director of Experience Community, introduces his work and his passion to help disabled people access Yorkshire’s countryside.
International Women’s Day: Walk in the Brontë’s Footsteps
To celebrate International Women’s Day, let’s take a walk in the footsteps of some truly inspirational Yorkshire women. Charlotte, Emily and …
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 …
Boost your wellbeing with a ‘noticing walk’
How many times have you set off on your regular walk and realised, when you got home, that you barely remembered …
Rambling the Rivelin
If you asked people who have lived in Sheffield to tell you what gives the city its charm, most would agree …
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 …
Boston Spa and the River Wharfe
This is my favourite daily walk- you can see me jumping for joy even though I get to do it pretty …