If, when passing through #Wensleydale in the #YorkshireDales, you have spotted a distinctive, flat topped hill with steep stone cliffs, the chances are that it will have been Addleborough. From its summit are great views all round. See route to it at https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/Addleborough/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Addleborough%20walk.htm

Cheesepress Stones above Kingsdale. Big rocks, bigger view.

Trivia: “Kingsdale” isn’t royal in origin. It’s Old Norse "kyen" (cows) + Old English "dæl" (dale): “valley where the cows are kept”.

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This #YorkshireDales walk circuits Threshfield Moor passing through Bordley, sometimes known as Bordley Town. The route passes some lovely limestone scenery typical of the Dales and gives good views too. Details at https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/Threshfield%20Moor/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Threshfield%20Moor.htm
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Mossdale & Cotterdale are less well known #YorkshireDales. Each form an arm at the north-west end of Wensleydale. This walk includes impressive waterfalls Cotter Force & Mossdale Beck, the pretty hamlet of Cotterdale and great views. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/AppersetttoMossdaleandCotterdale/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Appersett%20to%20Mossdale%20and%20Cotterdale.htm

In this part of the #YorkshireDales most walkers are either rushing to climb Gragareth or Ingleborough, few people give Kingsdale itself much thought yet it is interesting with various potholes, Yordas cave (need a torch) and the Cheese Press Stone. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/Kingsdale%20and%20Yordas%20Cave/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Kingsdale%20and%20Yordas%20Cave.htm

Another of Todd's Trips is live! https://www.inglesport.com/masongill-traverse-a-cavers-guide-to-the-new-north-end-route/

Our Inglesport caver tackled the updated Masongill Traverse, North End Pot to Ireby Cavern via Kendal Extensions. 5+ hours of proper Yorkshire caving: mud, squeezes, silted ducks, and Hannah yanking Todd through by his ankles!

Brilliant read whether you're a seasoned caver or just Dales-curious.

Now the summer holiday crowds will have gone so this is a better time to do this classic #YorkshireDales walk Gordale Scar and Malham Cove. Dramatic views and limestone scenery. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/GordaleScarandMalhamCove/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Gordale%20Scar%20and%20Malham%20Cove.htm

Rolling green fields stretch toward the horizon under a bright blue sky, with scattered clouds casting gentle shadows across the Yorkshire Dales. A cozy country retreat with a wooden hot tub and outdoor seating offers an inviting spot to enjoy the #CountrysideViews and the peaceful rhythm of rural life. Surrounding hedgerows, mature trees, and distant hills create a perfect #ScenicLandscape for a #RuralEscape. Nestled near Leyburn, this tranquil setting embodies the charm of the #YorkshireDales, ideal for unwinding in the heart of nature.

Taken May 2025

With the new #football season and husband completely absorbed with the matches today it reminds me why I first started watching #kdrama in the first place. A surprisingly large number of Crystal Palace fans live in this part of the #YorkshireDales so they meet up to watch together if they are on TV. #FootballWidow

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This walk from Stainforth in the #YorkshireDales passes through dramatic limestone country with impressive rocky outcrops. Throw in an attractive waterfall, great views and a quaint hamlet with a super cafe - well, what more do you want? See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/StainforthtoGiggleswickScarandFeizor/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Stainforth%20to%20Giggleswick%20Scar%20and%20Feizor%20walk.htm
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Distinctive Pen Hill overlooks #YorkshireDales of Wensleydale, Bishopdale & Coverdale. This is a circuit around Pen Hill but there are the options of diversions to the summit and to the village West Burton with impressive village green & waterfall. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/PenHillCircuit/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Pen%20Hill%20Circuit.htm

What a stunning view of the world under the Yorkshire Dales!

Cheers to our friend Gareth Williams for sharing this brilliant video from a trip into the Easegill system (Easter Grotto & Gypsum Cavern).

Friendly reminder: caving needs the right gear and experience. Stay safe!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/iH1bpPNzocw

Why circle Horton village for parking?
Hop on the train. Walk back.

Pen-y-ghent summit → shakeholes → optional pub → Ribblehead station.
Dogs? Free on trains.
Weather turning? Escape route to Horton.

New Railway Walks blog series: https://www.inglesport.com/horton-ribblehead-walk-railway-route-penyghent/

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Starting from Gargrave in #NorthYorkshire this walk is a very easy one, beginning with a stroll along the Leeds/Liverpool canal, then through pleasant rolling #YorkshireDales countryside with nice views, going via the hamlet of Flasby. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/NorthYorkshire/GargravetoFlasby/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Gargrave%20to%20Flasby.htm

Big win for the Dales Ingleborough NNR expands by 179ha, now part of King’s Series Reserves.

Easier access from Ribblehead, new zones like Salt Lake Quarry, and habitat for curlew + UK-only Yorkshire sandwort.

Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cre5dpglz4zo

This #YorkshireDales walk from Kettlewell takes you up on to the fells above Starbotton and then down to Starbotton and back along the river. In my opinion, this is one of the most attractive areas of Wharfedale. Easily extended to cover Buckden Pike. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/Kettlewell%20to%20Starbotton%20via%20Walden%20Road/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Kettlewell%20to%20Starbotton%20via%20Walden%20Road.htm

This walk round Grimwith Reservoir, just inside the #YorkshireDales National Park, is a very straightforward affair, ideal for a quick two hour or so walk. Mostly on wide tracks with just a fairly short footpath section. Impossible to get lost! See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/GrimwithReservoir/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Grimwith%20Reservoir.htm

If you like a smattering of industrial archaeology on your walks then this #YorkshireDales route on Grassington moor might appeal. Lead mining here was in its heyday was between 1821 and 1861. Of course, you get good views too. See https://www.happyhiker.co.uk/MyWalks/YorkshireDales/GrassingonMoorLeadMinesandMossdaleScar/Hiking%20Pages%20-%20Grassington%20Moor%20Leadmines%20and%20Mossdale%20Scar.htm