Simons Seat — Local services in Barden

I walked up from Howgill campsite and, although it was only 1.5miles away, the vertical incline was close to 1000ft. So, it’s a fair bit of exercise. Once you get past the tree line don’t be surprised if you start being dive bombed by flies as the nesting birds in the heather do attract a lot beasties. The views, however, are absolutely stunning and well worth it. As it is exposed up top, be sure to pack for all weathers as it can change very quickly and there is no cover once you are up there. I will definitely look to find another walking route to get up there as it is an...

Parked at Barden Bridge (free parking for about 10 cars), places go quite quickly Picked up the Prow along the River Wharfe to Howgills, then up through the forest (steep) to the top of the moors, some of the path is rocky n some easy paths to the top To reach the top and the trig requires a little bit of scrambling Returned the same way back 6.5 miles Definitely worth visiting especially if the weather is good, my visit was...

You can't feel it until you visit it.

When we reached the peak, suddenly it started raining. And so weirdly the raindrops were moving straight horizontally. Felt like we're in the clouds. It was windy and cold to death. Every part of our body was covered except the face. And my lips started losing strength, it was so cold, I wasn't even able to speak properly. It was amazing. Can't complain about...