Top 10 Scenic Walking Areas in Yorkshire, England

July 22, 2021 Almeta Stockton

Yorkshire (/ˈjɔːrkʃər, -ʃɪər/; abbreviated Yorks), formally known as the County of York, is a historic county of Northern England and the largest in the United Kingdom. Due to its great size in comparison to other English counties, functions have been undertaken over time by its subdivisions, which have also been subject to periodic reform. Throughout these changes, Yorkshire has continued to be recognised as a geographical territory and cultural region. The name is familiar and well understood across the United Kingdom and is in common use in the media and the military, and also features in the titles of current areas of civil administration such as North Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and East Riding of Yorkshire.
Restaurants in Yorkshire

1. Malham Cove

Malham, Yorkshire Dales National Park England http://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/visit-the-dales/discover-the-dales/limestone-features/malham-cove
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5.0 based on 1,484 reviews

Malham Cove

Reviewed By ncutts

Not my first visit, but the first time back in decades. Just as stunning as I remember it being, right from the first views at the bottom of the cove. Well worth the climb to the top if you’re fit enough - we enjoyed a lovely picnic once up and great views, plus the limestone pavement is best seen up close from the top and can’t really be viewed any other way. Shame on those tourists who think it’s OK to push their litter in among the rocks. :( just take it home!! It’s lighter when you’ve eaten the contents so much easier and more compact to carry!!! Lovely flora and fauna to be seen along the walk. It’s also nice to continue and make it a circular walk if you have time, returning via Goredale Scar. The walk was quieter away from the cove too. Pity there were a few people who seemed totally unaware of social distancing and ploughed their way through, but for the most part, people were courteous and willing to wait at gates, narrow parts etc. It’s a stunning natural feature and a must if visiting the area.

2. Concrete Square

Park_s lane, Ilkley England
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Concrete Square

3. Abbyo's Ice Cream Van

Cliff Road, Hessle England +44 7527 188511
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5.0 based on 18 reviews

Abbyo's Ice Cream Van

4. Penhill

West Witton, Leyburn England
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Penhill

Reviewed By orace1950 - Stourbridge, United Kingdom

This is a great walk rewarding anyone who does it some fantastic views across the Dales (weather permitting). We did it on a somewhat cloudy and blustery day but still enjoyed marvellous vies from the top. The beacon stones offer cover from the wind and rain and would provide a suitable place to picnic (you will need to take ALL LITTER back with you as there are no bins there). We decided to drive up as far as Penhill Farm (this shortened the walk but meant that we could head for the car should bad weather close in). The walk was just right for us (we are in our sixties) and for our 10 year old lab/retriever

5. Birk Crag

Harrogate HG3 2GH England https://www.harrogate.gov.uk/
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Birk Crag

6. Hill Top Slaithwaite Reservoir

Slaithwaite Reservoir, Slaithwaite, Huddersfield, Slaithwaite England http://www.slaithwaitedistrictanglingclub.org/site/index.php
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Hill Top Slaithwaite Reservoir

7. Hutcliffe Wood

Heritage Woodland, Sheffield England +440114 250 050
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Hutcliffe Wood

8. Magna Via

Barrowclough Lane, Halifax England
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Magna Via

9. Beacon Hill

Long Lane Southowram, Halifax England
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Beacon Hill

10. York City Walls

York YO1 7HB England +44-1904-621756 [email protected] http://www.yorkwalls.org.uk/?page_id=3697
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4.5 based on 9,565 reviews

York City Walls

No visit to York is complete without a stroll along part of the 2 miles of historic walls that have protected the city for nearly 2000 years. The walls are completely free to walk, however bespoke guided tours can be booked with your own personal tour guide, meeting you at a time and place to suit you, and showing you the extensive hidden history to be found along the walls.

Reviewed By MKing1982 - Colchester, United Kingdom

One of the best preserved city walls we've been to. Well maintained and well marked - the York city wall walk provides a great progression around the city with plenty to look at (both old and new). The walk is atop the walls themselves and along the kings' pond/moat. The walk goes past the Minster and Shambles for a quick detour. Although there are benches along the walk, the wall portion requires the use of stairs. May be a consideration.

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