Hiking Through the Yorkshire Dales 🌿 | 9⃣️ Classic Routes

Summer is the perfect time to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park on foot! With its tranquil stone-walled fields, hills dotted with sheep 🐑, and hidden scenic train tracks 🚂, it's a hiker's paradise. 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Recommended Routes and Ways to Get There 🚌🛤 1⃣️ The Northern Dales Bus 830 offers a Summer Sundays service! Routes 2⃣️3⃣️4⃣️ are all accessible via the 830 bus and are also officially recommended free guided walks. The service runs from April to October, so be sure to check the timetable before you go to avoid missing the bus. You can find the Northern Dalesbus website and download the PDF version for more details. 2⃣️ The Carlisle Line | A Hidden Gem for Train Enthusiasts! Don't miss the train route from Settle to Carlisle. I've taken this route several times, and it's truly delightful to sit back and enjoy the view from the window. ⛰️ It passes by the Ribblehead Viaduct and the foot of Ingleborough. ✅ Pro Tip: Get off at Dent, the highest railway station in England, and take a scenic hike through the valley. The views are incredibly soothing! 🍞 Village Breaks to Try: - Hawes : The cheese town where you can sample authentic Wensleydale cheese 🧀. - Reeth : A picturesque square with charming tearooms, perfect for a mid-hike rest ☕. - Garsdale Station Café : A quaint and retro café right at the train station. 📸 Tips for a Perfect Trip: - ✅ Wear waterproof hiking shoes; the weather can change quickly. - ✅ Check the official website in advance; some guided walks require registration. - ✅ Make sure to check the bus and train schedules for your return journey. You don't want to end up spending the night in the valley! 😅⚠️⚠️⚠️ #UKLife #Leeds #EuropeTravel #UKTravel #Yorkshire #Hiking #YorkshireDales #TravelUK #LeedsSurrounds #LeedsHiking #York #Ribblehead #UKNationalParks #NatureHiking #LeedsUniversity #England