Afoot in Two Dales
A challenging 47 miles long distance path which explores the Yorkshire Dales of Wensleydale and Swaledale. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.
Google Maps Open Source MapsStatistics and Files
Start: Harmby Village Hall
Distance: 47 miles (75 km)
Grid Ref: SE127895
Climbing: 1,767 metres
Walk time: 18-24 hours
Days: 2-4
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)
OL2 Yorkshire Dales – Southern and Western Area
OL19 Howgill Fells and Upper Eden Valley
OL30 Yorkshire Dales – Northern and Central Area
OL19 Howgill Fells and Upper Eden Valley
OL30 Yorkshire Dales – Northern and Central Area
Summary:
Afoot in Two Dales is a former challenge walk which is now an open challenge circular walk using footpaths, bridleways and quiet roads through the attractive dales of Wensleydale and Swaledale. The route is a demanding one which has over 1,750 metres of ascent. From the start in the village of Harmby the route goes to Leyburn, Leyburn Shawl, Preston-under-Scar, Redmire, Castle Bolton, East Bolton Moor, Whitaside Moor, Gunnerside, Ivelet, Muker, Thwaite, Great Shunner Fell, Hardraw, Sedbusk, Bainbridge, Thornton Rust, Thoralby, West Burton and Middleham before returning to Harmby.
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Long Distance Walkers Association
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