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THE DALES WAY HANDBOOK
Published February 2012
by the Dales Way Association
The Dales Way is a long distance footpath of about 80 miles from Ilkley to Bowness-onWindermere. By following as far as possible riverside paths, it offers a scenically attractive
route from urban West Yorkshire to the Lake District, which any reasonably fit family can
undertake in a week's holiday. Although not always well served by public transport the Way
passes through many villages, and so accommodation is not a problem, although it is
advisable to book it in advance.
A little bit of history
It’s now 43 years since a small group of members of the West Riding Area of the
Ramblers’ Association launched what was to become the Dales Way. The 1968
Countryside Act had offered local authorities powers to create new public access areas
alongside rivers and canals, and the idea developed to have a continuous walking route
along the Wharfe from Ilkley on the edge of the Dales to its source high on Cam Fell above
Langstrothdale.
But Cam Fell seemed too remote a place to end a walk, so the idea emerged to link it with
Dentdale and ramble onwards to Sedbergh. But from Sedbergh the next logical step was to
take it up little known Lunesdale to the old Yorkshire boundary at Crook of Lune and then
across a series of gentle valleys formed by the rivers Mint, Sprint and Kent to reach
eventually the shores of Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park. And so
the concept of the Dales Way was born, a footpath which linked the industrial West Riding
with two National Parks.
The first short route description was published in a pamphlet by the Ramblers in May 1969.
This was followed by a public walk over the first 7 miles of the Dales Way from Ilkley Old
Bridge to Bolton Abbey attended by over 120 people. From that moment the Dales Way
took off. At least 10 guidebooks have been published, several maps, and for many years
now this annual Handbook. Additional link paths were negotiated, providing attractive
walks from the centres of Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate to the Dales Way. A survey in the
1990s indicated that the Dales Way was by then the fourth most popular walking route in
Britain, with an estimated 4,000 people per year walking the route.
In 1991 the Dales Way Association was formed. Its objectives were to support the
maintenance, signposting and waymarking of the route, to encourage the interpretation
and conservation of the Dales Way, to take an active role in marketing and promoting the
Dales Way in appropriate ways and to keep a register of accommodation, route changes,
transport and related facilities for the benefit of users of the Dales Way. The Association
designed and produced a distinctive waymark, which was accepted by the various highway
authorities along the route. There are now close relationships with these authorities, and
officers of the Association meet regularly with officers of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
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To walk the Dales Way you will need one of the seven detailed route guides. These
are:
1.
The Dales Way route guide by Arthur Gemmell and Colin Speakman (Stile Publications) 7th revised
edition, 2005, specially drawn strip maps of the whole of the Way, with return routes for those who wish
to break it up into a series of circular walks; includes the Leeds-Ilkley and Bradford-Ilkley Links. ISBN 0
906886 72 4. Price £5.99, obtainable from the Dales Way Association.
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Colin Speakman, Dales Way: The Complete Guide. Fully revised and updated version of the original
guide to the Dales Way. Detailed description of the route, with historical and background information.
Includes the link routes from Bradford, Leeds and Harrogate. Large scale, full colour strip maps of the
entire route. Skyware Press, 2011, £9.99 (see advert on page 5)
3.
Paul Hannon's Dales Way (6th ed. 2003), also contains a guide to the route and to the three link paths,
and a great deal of useful information (£6.99 + p&p from Hillside Publications, 12 Broadlands, Keighley,
West Yorkshire, BD20 6HX). ISBN 1 870141 539.
4.
Terry Marsh, The Dales Way, published in 1992, revised 2005 (Cicerone Press, 2 Police Square,
Milnthorpe, Cumbria LA7 7PY) (£12.00). ISBN 1 85284 464 7.
5. Anthony Burton, The Dales Way, an Ordnance Survey Recreational Path Guide, published in 1995,
reprinted with revisions 1998 by Aurum Press/Ordnance Survey. Includes the Leeds-Ilkley Link. ISBN 1
85410 3148. No longer in print, but available on the internet.
6. Harvey Maps have published a detailed strip map of the whole route, with link paths, at £11.95. ISBN 1
85137 369 1. It is widely available in bookshops and outdoor shops and can also be obtained directly
from Harvey, 12-22 Main Street, Doune, Perthshire FK16 6BJ, e-mail: sales@harveymaps.co.uk, Web
Shop: www.harveymaps.co.uk.
7, Peter Stott's Dales Way guidebook was published early in 2011 by Rucksack Readers in their unique
format (waterproof, opens flat, dropdown map flap). The book is short (64pp), lightweight (175g) and
has 70 colour photographs. Cover price is £10.99 (post-free in UK) but there is a discount for DWA
members. Order online from www.rucsacs.com or via bookshops; ISBN 978-1-898481-42-3. (see
advertisement on p.4)
The Dales Way is covered by the Ordnance Survey 1:50 000 Landranger sheets 104 Leeds & Bradford, 98
Wensleydale & Wharfedale and 97 Kendal & Morecambe.
To cover the whole route on Ordnance Survey 1:25 000 Explorer maps, the following would be needed: 297
Lower Wharfedale & Washburn Valley, OL2 Yorkshire Dales Southern and Western Areas, OL30 Yorkshire
Dales Northern & Central Areas, OL19 Howgill Fells and Upper Eden Valley, OL7 the English Lakes SouthEast.
Books, guides, maps, videos and much more can be obtained from The Sherpa Van Project
(www.thedalesway.co.uk ).
GUIDEPOST is a firm which offers Maps, Walking Books and Guides (UK and Ireland) by mail order at
discounted prices. The address is 37 Normanton Lane, Keyworth, Notts NG12 5HB (tel/fax. 0115-937-7449,
e-mail mail@guidepost.uk.com ). Their telephone is manned 10-5 Mon-Sat. Postal charges are low and credit
cards are accepted. Maps and guides may also be purchased through their website: www.guidepost.uk.com
The Dales Way on the Internet
The Dales Way Association has its own official website at www.dalesway.org.uk. It features information on
the route, to some extent mirroring that contained in this Handbook, but also provides updates on
accommodation and matters affecting the route. Email is info@dalesway.org.uk
Much useful information can also be found on the Sherpa Van Project site (www.thedalesway.co.uk). Details
of any difficulties, obstructions, etc, encountered on the route should be sent to the Footpath Officer, the
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Dales Way Association, PO Box 1065, Bradford, BD1 9JY, who will take them up with the relevant highway
authority.
There is a new detailed online map of the Dales Way, created by two DWA members, Jacquetta Megarry and
Peter Stott. They have overlaid the route on Google maps (not to be confused with Google Earth). It's hosted
on the Rucksack Readers website, but anybody with a web browser can use it freely. The link is
www.rucsacs.com/books/Dales-Way then click "Route map". (For more screen space, click also "View
larger map".) This offers an unprecedented level of detail: in satellite mode you can zoom no less than 10
times (area times 100) The result lets you zoom to fill your screen with an aerial view of Bolton Priory, count
the 24 arches on Ribblehead Viaduct and view the Crosdale Beck diversion passing through the
embankment by its tiny arch. For navigating any tricky sections, it's invaluable to see an accurate route line
related to features on the ground such as Lobwood House, Black Moss Tarn, and the B5284 at Cleabarrow.
If you like to plan in advance, it's worth following the route online before you walk, or you may enjoy viewing it
as a reminiscence after your hike. And if you experience a problem on the route that you want to report,
locating it on this map may save time and give the Association’s Footpath Officer more information. In terrain
mode, you can view contours, hill names and roads, and you can always "search nearby" (e.g. to locate
B&Bs or food) and use street view. So it's a powerful planning tool as well as a fascinating eagle's eye view
of the Dales Way.
A tip, if you are about to use this extensively, is to decide what the objective of the exercise is, then adjust the
height you want to operate from. At the lowest level if you are looking at all the features, I do not think you will
progress a mile a minute.
Walking the Dales Way
Most people will want to walk the Dales Way from Ilkley to Bowness, so the information which follows on
public transport and accommodation is arranged accordingly. From outside the area, the easiest access to
Ilkley is likely to be through Leeds, from which Ilkley can also be reached on foot via the Leeds-Ilkley Dales
Way Link, a fine walk in its own right.
How the route is to be divided up into daily stages will be a matter of individual choice, but we would like to
draw attention to the crossing from Upper Wharfedale to Dentdale, the highest and most exposed part of the
Way. A number of walkers have come to grief by underestimating the difficulty and length of this section.
Most walkers start the Dales Way on a Saturday/Sunday. This means that most of them are looking for
accommodation in the same places on the same days. In the more remote areas this can lead to problems in
finding somewhere to stay. IF YOU POSSIBLY CAN, TRY TO START YOUR WALK ON A WEEKDAY.
In the summer walkers may have to contend with midges along some riverside paths. Insect repellent and
antihistamines may be useful.
COMPANIES OFFERING SERVICES
For walkers who would prefer to have their walk organised for them, or who would like help with baggage
transportation, etc, the following companies offer various services:
DISCOVERY TRAVEL, 12 Towthorpe Road, Haxby, York YO3 3ND (tel: 01904-766564, e-mail
info@discoverytravel.co.uk) offer a complete self-guided support service for Dales Way walkers.
THE SHERPA VAN PROJECT is another company which offers a complete service for walkers on the Dales
Way (see advertisement on page 8).
CONTOURS WALKING HOLIDAYS, Barton House, 21 North End, Wirksworth DE4 4FG (01629-821901)
also offer a complete service for walkers on the Dales Way (see advertisement on page 9).
MICKLEDORE TRAVEL LTD, 14 Manor Park, Keswick, CA12 4AA (tel: 017687-72335, email
dwa@mickledore.co.uk). Packages arranged for walks along the Dales Way.
BRIGANTES WALKING HOLIDAYS offers a complete service for walkers on the Dales Way (see
advertisement on page 10)
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New updated DVD “A Taste of the Dales Way”
Brought up to date in July 2011 the new DVD has 472 images and lasts for 38
minutes. It includes the proposed Cam Houses to Newby Head and Upper Dentdale
High Level alternatives. This DVD will enable you and your party to get a glimpse of
what lies ahead along the Dales Way and add to your expectations for the trip. After
your adventure another viewing will rekindle the memories.
Produced by members of the Dales Way Association, it is a slide show of over 470
slides, following the Way from Ilkley to Bowness on Windermere, with a musical
background.
The DVD will play on your DVD player or television as normal. It should also play on
your computer, but it may or may not produce the background music, depending on
your computer settings.
To order a copy, please send a stamped addressed envelope (2nd class stamp, A5
envelope, 23mm x 16mm) to
Membership Secretary, Dales Way Association, PO Box 1065, Bradford BD1 9JV
and enclose a cheque for £3.99 payable to the Dales Way Association.
Allow 14 days for your copy to arrive.
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The following Distance Chart may be of use in planning how you divide the route up.
Stage in km
Ilkley Old Bridge
Addingham Church
Friends’ Meeting House
Bolton Abbey
Barden Bridge
Appletreewick
Burnsall
Grassington
Kettlewell
Starbotton
Buckden
Hubberholme
Yockenthwaite
Beckermonds
Cam Houses
Gearstones (B6255)
Arten Gill
Dent village
Brackensgill Bridge
Sedbergh
Brigflatts
Lincoln’s Inn Bridge
Crook o’ Lune Bridge
M6
Grayrigg Foot (A685)
A6
Burneside
Staveley
Bowness
0
3.75
3
2.5
5
3.25
2.5
5
10
3.5
3.5
2
2.5
3.5
6.5
5
6.75
8
5
2.5
2.75
2.5
5
2.25
4
4.75
2.5
5
10
stage in miles
0
2.3
1.9
1.55
3.1
2
1.5
3.1
6.25
2.2
2.2
1.2
1.6
2.2
4
3.1
4.2
5.0
3.1
1.5
1.7
1.6
3.1
1.4
2.5
3
1.5
3.1
6.2
cumulative km
0
3.75
6.75
9.25
14.25
17.5
20
25
35
38.5
42
44
46.5
50
56.5
61.5
68.25
76.25
81.25
83.75
86.5
89
94
96.25
100.25
105
107.5
112.5
122.5
cumulative miles
0
2.3
4.2
5.75
8.85
10.9
12.4
15.5
21.75
23.9
26.1
27.3
28.9
31.1
35.1
38.2 halfway!
42.4
47.4
50.5
52
53.7
55.3
58.4
59.8
62.3
65.3
66.8
69.9
76.12
The Dales Way starts in Ilkley, but there are link routes to Ilkley from Bradford, Harrogate and Leeds.
The Bradford-Ilkley Dales Way Link. Bradford City Council published in August 2007 a route from Bradford
city centre to Shipley. A detailed description of the whole 12½ mile link route from Bradford to Ilkley can be
found at: http://www.bradford.gov.uk/NR/rdonlyres/E6F66725-DAC6-48A6-A42D. Although on the map
Bradford-Shipley looks unpromising as a walking route, in fact this section is surprisingly pleasant. Although a
certain amount of it is on pavements, there is also much countryside, from the Boars Well nature reserve, a
long, contouring band of woodland, to the fields (with horses and sheep) and woodland at the end of Holling
Lose Lane and the steep climb up the grass bank towards Bolton Woods, with fine views back to the city
centre. At the following points I found the published description wrong or misleading. What was the
Goldsborough pub is now the Corn Dolly. I noticed no fork in the path after the bollards at the top of Holling
Lose Lane, you just keep straight on. On the way down to Chestnut Grove, I didn’t find that the paths merged
– one should keep to the right hand one. And again the path off Powell Road doesn’t divide, and there’s no
vehicle barrier at the bottom. The stone bridge you need over Bradford Beck is not the first, but the second.
And having left Valley Road, there are no metal security railings on the left for some considerable distance:
what you have is a high wall. But these are minor niggles: the description is full and usually clear and
accurate. From Shipley the route is also described in guidebooks no.1 2 3 and 6 (see page 2). At the bottom
of Station Road turn left (A657) to the traffic lights at the junction with the A6038. Turn right there: almost
immediately the road crosses the Leeds – Liverpool canal. Cross the canal bridge, turn left down to the
towpath and follow the Dales Way along the towpath for the next mile. See OS map Explorer 288.
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The Harrogate-Ilkley Dales Way Link (Explorer 297 Lower Wharfedale).
Some years ago the Harrogate Group of the Ramblers’ Association compiled a link route from Harrogate to
the Dales Way near Bolton Abbey, via Haverah Park, the Washburn valley and the Barden Fell Access Area
(the Harrogate Dalesway). The disadvantage of this route was that the Access Area is closed on several
days during the grouse shooting season and at times of high fire risk. For this reason in August 2010 the
Group inaugurated a new Dales Way Link, which links Harrogate and Ilkley. It is described in a leaflet
obtainable from the Chairman of the Group, Peter L. Goldsmith, 20 Pannal Ash Grove, Harrogate HG2 0HZ
(price £1 + an A5 stamped, addressed envelope).
The Leeds-Ilkley Dales Way Link (O.S. 1:50 000 sheet 104 Leeds & Bradford, 1:25 000 Explorer 289,
297).
The official Leeds-Ilkley Dales Way link starts at Woodhouse Moor, diagonally opposite the top corner of the
University of Leeds (no. 1 bus from Bishopgate Street, Leeds Rail Station; the bus journey is about 15
minutes) and leads via Eccup Reservoir and Otley Chevin to Ilkley (17 miles). It is more a ridge walk than a
valley walk, with fine views over Wharfedale. The entire route is shown in guidebooks no. 1, 2, 3, 5 and 6
(see page 2), so no description is needed here.
As the Dales Way is however essentially a valley walk, the purist may want to approach Ilkley from Leeds
along Airedale (19 miles).
From the main entrance to Leeds Station cross the forecourt to a circular white building with a notice saying
'Way Out Bishopgate'. Go down the stairs and turn right, to pass under the railway lines. Pass the Leeds
Hilton Hotel and cross the River Aire by Victoria Bridge (look right to see the lock which marks the start of the
Leeds and Liverpool Canal). Turn right along Water Lane, and after a few yards fork right again between
former warehouses. Keep straight on to reach the old Canal Office beside a canal bridge (nice view of Leeds
Basin to the right). Cross the bridge and turn left along the canal towpath. Follow the towpath for the next 12
miles.
Shortly after passing Sir Titus Salt's Saltaire Mills (GR 141 382) - it is worthwhile, by the way, making a
detour left into Saltaire village to look at the rest of the excellent architecture and the David Hockney Gallery
in Salt’s Mill - you will reach a canal lock. This is where you join the Bradford-Ilkley Dales Way Link for the
crossing from Airedale into Wharfedale. From here the route is shown in guidebooks no.1 2 and 5, so no
detailed description is needed.
Dales Way alternatives
There are no official Dales Way alternatives, but there are several unofficial alternatives, all of them attractive
walks, which some walkers might find useful
The Airedale–Malham-Pennine Way alternative.
As mentioned above, from Leeds the Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath can be used through Airedale. If
you stay on it through Skipton and on to Gargrave, you can there pick up the Pennine Way, which will take
you up Airedale to Malham. Stay on the Pennine Way to Horton in Ribblesdale, and continue with it to the
Cam High Road, where you will meet the official route of the Dales Way. This is a very attractive walk in its
own right, the possible disadvantage being of course that you see nothing of Wharfedale.
The Cam Houses to Newby Head alternative
This is very highly recommended. It is 1½ miles shorter than the official route, is easier underfoot, after an
initial 15-minute climb is almost entirely level or downhill and has fine views. It uses a new bridleway created
by the Yorkshire Dales National Park in connection with the Pennine Bridleway.
Following the Dales Way, you reach the buildings of Cam Houses through a large gate. The farmhouse is on
your right. Follow the track through the yard, but just after crossing the beck, where the official Dales Way
bears left, turn right up the steep tarmac farm access road. At the top of the steepest part of the climb,
another track comes in from the left and the surface becomes stony. Bear right and continue gently uphill.
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When you reach a T-junction turn right, and the surface is once more tarmac. You are now on Cam High
Road, a Roman road. Dodd Fell is straight ahead. Follow this road until you pass through a metal gate across
it. This is Cold Keld Gate (at 1870’, 570m higher than any point on the official Dales Way). On the left there is
a wooden field gate, waymarked as a bridleway. You are going to follow it all the way to the B6255 at Newby
Head.
Go through the gate and turn left along the clear grassy track. Pass through a low broken down wall. A few
minutes later there is a good view right down the valley of Snaizeholme Beck. As you approach the next wall,
Whernside looms large ahead. Pass through a bridle-gate in this well-maintained wall, here leaving the old
North Riding and re-entering the old West Riding of Yorkshire. This is Gavel Gap, the start of the Ribble Way,
the source of the River Ribble being nearby. The white house you can see in the distance is Newby Head
Farm. From here the surface of the bridleway has been improved. Cross a cobbled ford at the confluence of
Jam Sike and Long Gill. You reach the B6255 through a bridle-gate. Cross the road to the continuation of the
bridleway, which soon leads you round to the Dent road. From here it is a further 5 minutes to the start on the
right of the Upper Dentdale alternative (see below), from there another 10 minutes to where the official route
joins this road from the left. Just over 1½ hours from Cam Houses.
The Upper Dentdale High Level alternatives (a shorter and a longer one)
When you emerge on to the motor road at GR 786 835, the Dales Way turns left along it to descend into
Dentdale. Purists will want to follow this route, which is an attractive valley walk, downhill all the way, but it
has the disadvantage of being along the main road through the dale with the consequent traffic, and it is
enclosed, with few views.
An alternative is available which is largely traffic-free, along an old drove road, the Galloway Gate, formerly
used to bring cattle down from Scotland, which offers good walking. It does however involve a steady, but not
steep, pull up to 1805’ (550m) (higher than any point on the official Dales Way), but the resulting views (from
the longer alternative) down Dentdale and to the surrounding fells are superb. The shorter alternative, which
re-joins the official Dales Way on the road at Arten Gill, will take about 1½ hours, the longer one, which rejoins the official route at Lea Yeat, about 2½ hours.
Instead of turning left along the road, to descend into Dentdale, turn right along it. In about ten minutes you
will reach on the left a large wooden field gate and a small metal bridle gate side by side. This is Newby Head
Gate. Go through the bridle gate and follow the broad metalled track, which immediately begins to climb. As
you get higher, pause to look back. All Three Peaks are visible: Pen-y-ghent half-left, further right the stepped
profile of Ingleborough and further right again the whaleback of Whernside. You pass through a gate: the
metalled surface ends, but the track continues clear ahead in an old walled lane. In this field you may come
across a herd of Belted Galloway cattle, which seems appropriate in view of the name of the track. The valley
to the right is Widdale. Pass through another gate: the track is now level for a time, before it bends left and
climbs to the highest point. Now the grassy track, a pleasure to walk on, is once more level for a time, before
starting to descend. There is a particularly good view down Widdale. You pick up a wall on the left and follow
it down to a cross track.
This is the old drove road from Dentdale to Wensleydale, now part of the Pennine Bridleway. Go through the
large new gate on the left. On the left is an information panel about Arten Gill and its viaduct. The shorter
alternative keeps straight ahead and follows the Pennine Bridleway down Arten Gill, eventually passing
under the viaduct and re-joining the road. The longer alternative turns right through another gate and climbs
the slopes of Great Knoutberry Fell in the remains of an old walled lane. Pass through a gate and climb to the
highest point of this section (1785’, 544m). The great delight of the next part of the walk is watching the views
of Dentdale slowly unfold down on the left. Down half left is the Arten Gill railway viaduct. There are more
views of Ingleborough and Whernside. The main fells to the left of Dentdale are Whernside, Great Coum and
Middleton Fell, to the right of the valley is Rise Hill, to its right in the distance are the Howgill Fells, and to
their right, nearer to hand, is the long whaleback of Baugh Fell. You will pass through three more gates. After
the second gate Wild Boar Fell appears to the right of Baugh Fell. When you reach the next motor road (the
Coal Road, another old drove road) turn left down it and follow it all the way to the bottom, passing the
entrance to Dent Station on the way. At the bottom (Lea Yeat) keep forward to cross the river by the road
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bridge, then turn right over the stile to follow the riverside path. You have now re-joined the official Dales
Way.
Some places where you might go wrong
At St Peters Church, Addingham (GR 085 497), some walkers cut across the field before the church, instead
of entering the churchyard and leaving it by the main gate, which is the correct Dales Way route.
When you reach the B6160 at Farfield Hall, do not turn right along this busy and dangerous road, but cross
into the grounds of the Friends’ Meeting House and follow the footpath through. Then take the permissive
path, behind the wall alongside the B6160, which leads back onto the road after 700 metres. Don’t turn left at
the 5 bar gate (GR 071 5235) and head up to Lob Wood and the old railway.
In Grassington go up past the market square and turn left at Chapel Street. Turn right at Bank Lane. At the
top of the lane, the fingerpost directs you left, through the gate, to the waymarked footpath onto Lea Green. It
is easier to carry on up the green lane, which leads out onto the moor, there to join the footpath, thus
avoiding the stiles.
Just before Laithbank (GR 734 8585) be careful to turn right down the farm road, (i.e. don’t continue to the
farm) then turn left at the bottom to Tub Hole.
The waymarked finger post on the Sedbergh to Kirkby Lonsdale road at GR 631 911 is in the hedge. Stay
alert.
Leaving High Oaks, then up the green lane, heading for Luneside, you must head for the north west corner of
the field to another green lane (GR 627 915) ignoring the stile and finger post in the corner of the field to your
right. After leaving Luneside Farm (GR 6295 918) you should strike half left across the field for the stile in the
fence. After crossing the stile there may be a bull in the field with his cows. There is plenty room for all of you!
Leaving Beck Foot, at the top of the track you enter a field at GR 613 9625. Leave the field by a stone/wire
fence in the top left hand corner (as you face west) after 450 metres at GR 609 961.
The cattle bridge over the M6 GR 600 957 leads to Lambrigg Head Farm Turn sharp left before entering this
large farm. The Dales Way is along the farm road, diverted 6 years ago from the field.
Pay particular attention to route finding on the Lambrigg Head to Grayrigg Foot section, where a number of
walkers have got lost. Approaching Moresdale Hall, after the barn conversion and “Refreshments” sign on
your right (GR 5865 9600), go over the bridge, turn right then left into the shrubbery. There is a finger post
and waymarks. Do not go through the gate into Moresdale Hall.
After Thatchmoor Head, (GR 5795 9590) go over the railway bridge, and keep the railway on your left for 410
metres to reach the waymarked finger post to direct you 90 degrees to the right to follow the footpath. If you
cut across the field you will be in [wet] trouble, and have to retrace your steps.
Approaching Shaw End it is easy to miss the kissing-gate on the left. The Dales Way does not pass the big
house.
After crossing the footbridge over the River Mint GR 562 9695 and joining and following the minor road, exit
this road by an old metal kissing gate in the hedge on the left. Before you reach the kissing gate, pass, but do
not cross, a stile on your left.
At Black Moss Tarn the Dales Way strikes right up the slope and does not follow the well-used path straight
on by the tarn.
Cross the A6 to Burton House and Billy’s serve yourself café. As you leave the shed and enter the field, strike
half right to the field corner stile, which is obscured. The waymark is unable to convey the exact direction.
When you reach the minor road at GR 5195 9600 turn right and enter the field on the left, waymarked, at
Oakbank Cottages. The footpath crosses the stone wall halfway down the field, now waymarked. There could
be a bull in this field at times with his harem.
Crag House (GR 435 966), Outrun Nook and Hag End seem to attract the wanderlust in some of our walkers.
All way marks are in place to follow.
The junction, where the footpath joins the BOAT (bridleway open to all traffic) at GR 422 971 is a favourite
place for walkers to lose their sense of direction. Turn left. There is now a finger post. 200 metres before you
meet this junction the path becomes a stream. To the left, as you walk, a track is visible between the wire
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fence and the trees. This is a short cut but is not a right of way. It emerges onto the BOAT, but there are no
way marks, purposely, to guide you on your way.
FACILITIES ALONG THE DALES WAY
Mobile phone reception is very poor or non-existent on many parts of the route.
There are only a few places where there are ATMs (see below). Cash is available at post offices
during opening hours to holders of some bank cards. Walkers are strongly recommended to come
provided with adequate cash and a cheque book with a bank guarantee card.
“All facilities” means public telephone, post office, a range of shops, cafés and toilets. Do not rely on
cafés, etc, mentioned below always being open, particularly in the winter.
Chevin End (Leeds Link) Breakfasts available to non-residents (book in advance) at Chevin End
Guest House, West Chevin Road, Menston LS29 6DU (tel: 01943-876845) (GR
184 439). On route.
Ilkley
all facilities, ATMs. There are toilets 100 yards from the old bridge along the
riverside path in the direction of the town centre.
Addingham
pubs, fish & chips, PO, toilets and shops in village. When you emerge onto the
road after passing the church, do not turn right but go straight ahead along Church
Street. There is a telephone in 100 yards. At the main road turn right into the
village. Toilets are up Sugar Hill, opposite the post office. To get back onto the
Dales Way leave the main street by Bolton Road and turn right along Bark Lane to
a FP sign on the left.
Bolton Bridge
Bolton Abbey
turn left from the old bridge along the road to find a telephone, the Abbey Tea
Rooms (meals and snacks, daily 10-16) and the Devonshire Arms Hotel.
village shop and post office (refreshments), telephone, the Tea Cottage (midMarch-end October, every day 10-17; winter weekends and school holidays;
lunches, Sunday roasts, scones, cakes and puddings).
Cavendish Pavilion café (GR 077 552) (summer 9.30-17, winter 10-15.30; meals
and snacks).
The Strid car park (GR 059 564) Dusty Bluebells tearoom and gift shop (summer daily 10-17, winter
Thu-Sun 10-16) (www.dustybluebells.co.uk) toilets.
Barden Tower
Priest’s House restaurant and tea terrace: teas in summer Wed-Sun 10-16. (GR
051 571. At Barden Bridge turn left up the hill). (tel. 01756-720616,
www.thepriestshouse.co.uk, email thepriestshouse@ntlworld.com) .
Appletreewick
telephone, New Inn: bar meals all day 12-17.30, lunch and teatime specials 1214.30, 17.30-19.30; Craven Arms: bar open 11-23, meals 12-14, 18.30-21.00,
every day.
Burnsall
telephone, toilets, shop, Wharfe View tearoom, Red Lion Hotel, Riverside Café (at
Manor House) open for pizzas Fri-Sun & bank holidays 17-21. Refreshments may
be available at a kiosk in the car-park.
Linton Falls
Cross the footbridge at Linton Falls, follow the path to the road and turn left along it
to find toilets (GR 002 632).
Grassington
all facilities, ATM, Yorkshire Dales National Park Information Centre, tel. 01756751690.
Conistone
telephone (half-mile down steep hill from route).
14
Kettlewell
all facilities. PO in Youth Hostel, open Mon-Fri 10-13. Cottage Tearoom, Zarina’s
licensed tearoom and gift shop.
Starbotton
telephone, Fox and Hounds Inn.
Buckden
telephone, toilets, shop, Village Restaurant and Tearoom. Buck Inn. West Winds
(behind Buck Inn) provides coffee, ham and egg teas, afternoon teas with home
baking Wednesday to Sunday from Easter to end of October.
Hubberholme
George Inn (closed Monday).
Oughtershaw
There is a telephone in the hamlet (GR 869 815).
Ribblehead
The Station Inn at Ribblehead, although some way off the route (a mile west of
Gearstones, GR 763 791) (tel. 01524-241274) could be welcome in bad weather.
Station for trains to/from Leeds and Carlisle (Settle-Carlisle line).
Cowgill
Sportsman's Inn (GR 767 863) (tel: 015396-25282; open lunchtimes except
Monday, and evenings, but food may not be available to non-residents - check in
advance. Telephone (GR 760 869).
Dent Station
Trains as for Ribblehead. NB The station is about 5 miles from Dent village.
Dent
all facilities. NB: PO is now a mobile service.
Sedbergh
all facilities. ATM, MD Wed. Tourist Information Centre in the Dales and Lakes
Book Centre, 72 Main Street, (tel. 015396-20125). www.sedbergh.org.uk,
tic@sedbergh.org.uk.
Mrs DM Parker, Thwaite, Howgill (GR 629 948, 5 mins from route) offers
refreshments for passing walkers.
Grayrigg
telephone (GR 580 971).
A6
At the first farm after crossing the A6 refreshments are available in a barn (Billy’s
Café).
Burneside
all facilities.
Kendal
all facilities, ATM, MD Wed & Sat. There is no longer a TIC.
Staveley
all facilities.
Bowness
all facilities, ATM.s TIC tel. 015394-42895.
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PLACES OF ARCHITECTURAL INTEREST ON OR NEAR THE
DALES WAY
Ilkley
there are three 9th century Anglo-Saxon crosses in the parish church. Behind
the church is the Manor House Museum in a fine old building (Tues. 13-17,
Wed.-Sat. 11-17, Sun. 13-16). Ilkley Bridge is 16th century.
Low Mill
built 1787, the scene of a Luddite riot in 1826, demolished 1972, mill-workers
cottages renovated and added to 1984 to form Low Mill village, mill re-built,
re-opened for wool processing 1999.
church rebuilt 1756-9, pre-Conquest cross, Norman porch, 15th cent. roof.
an 18th century mansion and Friends’ Meeting House.
Beamsley Hospital (GR 082 530):17th century almshouses with chapel.
mediaeval priory, in picturesque riverside setting, ruined except for the nave.
Close by is Bolton Hall, a shooting lodge of the Duke of Devonshire, which
incorporates the old priory gatehouse.
Barden Tower 16th/17th century ruined castle. Barden Bridge is 17th century.
Appletreewick village with some fine 17th century houses.
Burnsall
mediaeval parish church; grammar school of 1602.
Linton
(GR 005 633) mediaeval church of St.Michael.
(GR 997 628) Fountains Hospital of 1721.
Threshfield
GR 997 634) grammar school of 1674.
Hubberholme
(GR 925 783) St. Michael's church has a rare rood loft dated 1558.
Dent
mediaeval parish church of St. Andrew.
Sedbergh
mediaeval parish church of St. Andrew.
Brigflatts
One of the most famous of early Friends’ Meeting Houses. Dated 1675 on
the porch.
Lincoln’s Inn Bridge St. Gregory’s Church, Vale of Lune. 300 yards east of the bridge on the
A684 (GR 633 922), built in the 1860s and now cared for by the Churches
Conservation Trust. It is always open and has fine Arts and Crafts stained
glass.
Crook of Lune bridge (GR 620 963) is 16th century or earlier.
Shaw End
(GR 558 972) early 19th century mansion.
Skelsmergh Hall (GR 531 959) 15th century pele tower and Jacobean mansion.
Kendal
Holy Trinity parish church is late mediaeval. 13th century castle ruin (castle
was the home of the Parr family, ancestors of Katherine Parr, Henry VIII’s
last wife). Friends Meeting House - staircase window with 99 panes; home of
Quaker Tapestry. Abbot Hall (art gallery), architect John Carr, 1759. Castle
Dairy - 14th century hall house, still occupied. New Shambles. Iron plate
shop fronts, Branthwaite Brow.
Burneside Hall (GR 510 959) 14th century pele tower.
Bowness
late mediaeval parish church of St. Martin.
Addingham
Farfield Hall
Beamsley
Bolton Abbey
16
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
(The Association is grateful to Alan J. Sutcliffe for compiling this section of the Handbook.)
Services should be checked with the relevant operator, particularly seasonal services, which have not
been confirmed at the time of compilation. All rail services shown apply until 13 May. New rail
timetables come into operation on 14 May. Seasonal bus services generally start in May, or at Easter
in the case of certain Dalesbus services.
Leeds to Ilkley
by train
Mon-Sat. dep. 0602, 0634(SX), 0702(SO), 0703(SX), 0729(SX), 0735(SX), 0802, 0832(SO),
0835(SX), 0902 then at 02 and 32 mins past each hour until 1702, 1715(SX), 1732, 1747(SX), 1802,
1832, 1902, 1932, 2002, 2106, 2206, 2315 (SO Sat only, SX except Sat).
Sun. dep. 0912 then at 12 mins past each hour until 2212, 2316.
by bus
First Leeds service X84 from Leeds City Bus Station (15 mins walk from Leeds Station) via Otley.
Mon-Fri. dep 0640, 0755 then at 35 and 55 mins past each hour until 1735, 1805, 1905, 2005, 2115,
2215.
Sat. dep 0615, 0715, 0745, 0805, then at 35 and 55 mins past each hour until 1735, 1805, 1905,
2005, 2115, 2215.
Sun. dep 0710, 0810, 0910 then at 10 and 40 mins past each hour until 1610, 1710, 1805, 1905,
2005, 2115, 2215.
Trains from Bradford to Ilkley
Mon-Fri dep 0615, 0644, 0711, 0746, then at 16 and 46 mins past each hour until 1616, 1644, 1716,
1746, 1811, 1846, 1941, 2038, 2138, 2238, 2320.
Sat dep 0615, 0715, 0816, then at 16 and 46 mins past each hour until 1616, 1644, 1716, 1746, 1816,
1846, 1941, 2038, 2138, 2238, 2320.
Sun dep 1038, 1238, 1438, 1638, 1838, 2038, 2238.
Buses from Keighley to Ilkley via Addingham
Transdev in Keighley service 762/765
Mon-Fri dep 0555, 0655, 0715, 0805, 0845, 0910 then at 10 and 40 minutes past each hour until
1510, 1545, 1610, 1640, 1710, 1740, 1810, 1925, 2025, 2125, 2225.
Sat dep 0710, 0810, then at 10 and 40 mins past each hour until 1810, 1925, 2025, 2125, 2225
Sun dep 0910, 1110 then at 10 minutes past each hour until 1810, 1925, 2025, 2125, 2225.
Buses from Skipton to Ilkley via Addingham
First service X84
Mon-Fri dep 0825, 0945, then at 45 mins past each hour until 1545, 1650, 1755, 1850.
Sat dep 0845, then at 45 mins past each hour until 1845.
Sun (Jackson’s CRAVENLINK service 883/884) dep 0835, 1025, 1225, 1415, 1525, 1705, 1855 (times
liable to alteration in summer months).
Leeds Bradford Airport is 10 miles from Ilkley. There are no through buses, but TLC Travel Service
967 runs daily from the airport to Otley Bus Station linking with First Leeds service X84 to Ilkley.
Overall journey time approximately 1 hour.
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Buses from Harrogate to Ilkley via Otley
Harrogate Coach Travel service X52
Mon-Sat dep 0845, 1045, 1245, 1445,1645.
Buses from Harrogate to Bolton Bridge, Devonshire Arms
Transdev in Harrogate Service X59
Mon-Sat dep 0945, 1355(SX), 1555(SO) (SO – Sat only; SX – except Sat).
Buses from Skipton to Grassington (Pride of the Dales Service 72)
Mon-Fri dep Skipton Bus Station 0720, 0800NSch, 0830, 1005 then at 05 mins past each hour until 1705,
1735, 1835.
(NSch - not schooldays)
Sat dep 0800, 0830, 1005 then at 05 mins past each hour until 1705, 1735, 1835.
Most buses start from Skipton Rail Station 5 mins earlier. Some journeys are extended to Buckden. See
separate table for full timings between Grassington and Buckden.
Sun and Bank Hols (Transdev Burnley & Pendle Service 872). Skipron bus stn dep 1030(A), 1130, 1230,
1430, 1530, 1630. (A – through bus from Manchester Charlton Street dep. 0810, Service X43, Burnley bus
stn 0915, Skipton rail stn 1015)
Buses from Skipton to Bolton Bridge (Devonshire Arms) (Transdev in Harrogate Service X59)
Mondays to Saturdays dep Bus Station 1040, 1450(SX), 1650(SO) (SO – Sat only; SX – except Sat).
Buses from Ilkley to Grassington (Pride of the Dales service 74, Mon-Sat).
C
C
C
D
Ilkley
0935 1135 1335 1635 1820
Addingham
0942 1142 1342 1642 1827
Bolton Abbey
0950 1150 1350 1650 1832
Burnsall
1012 1212 1412 1712 1844
Grassington
1024 1224 1424 1724 1855
C - connects with service 72 to Buckden
D - connects with service 72 to Kettlewell (and Buckden on Saturdays)
Grassington
0854 1035
Burnsall
0906 1047
Bolton Abbey
0922 1111
Addingham
0930 1119
Ilkley
0935 1126
B - runs from Buckden as service 72
1235
1247
1311
1319
1326
B
1535
1547
1611
1619
1626
B
1735
1747
1801
1811
1820
Buses from Grassington to Buckden. (Pride of the Dales service 72, Mon-Sat).
Grassington dep
Kilnsey
Kettlewell
Starbotton
Buckden
0830
0839
0849
0854
0859
1030
1039
1049
1054
1059
1230
1239
1249
1254
1259
1430
1439
1449
1454
1459
1630
1639
1649
1654
1659
Buckden
Starbotton
Kettlewell
Kilnsey
Grassington
Sch
0730
0735
0740
0750
0758
0915
0920
0925
0935
0950
1115
1120
1125
1135
1150
1315
1320
1325
1335
1350
B
1500
1505
1510
1520
1529
SX
1730
1739
1749
SO
1730
1739
1749
1754
1759
B
1700
1705
1710
1720
1729
SX
1750
1800
1812
SO
1800
1805
1810
1820
1829
18
B - to Ilkley as service74
Sch - schooldays only SO - Sats only
SX - not Sats
Sunday Dalesbus services to and from Upper Wharfedale
Arriva Yorkshire service 870/874
Also including Jackson’s CRAVENLINK journeys between Ilkley and Bolton Abbey
Note: timetable applies until 1 April; additional journeys may run in the summer months.
Wakefield Bus Stn
Leeds City Bus Stn
Leeds Rail Stn
Otley Bus Stn
Ilkley Bus Stn arr
dep
Addingham Fleece
Bolton Abbey
Burnsall
Grassington
arr
dep
Kilnsey
Kettlewell
Buckden
0850
0920
0924
0952
1010
1015 1145 1345 1445 1615
1022 1152 1352 1452 1622
1030 1200 1400 1500 1630
1045
1415
1058
1428
1105
1435
1113
1443
1123
1453
1133
1503
Buckden
Kettlewell
Kilnsey
Grassington
1220
1620
1230
1630
1238
1638
1248
1648
1255
1655
1306
1706
1050 1250 1320 1550 1720
1057 1257 1327 1557 1727
1109 1309 1339 1609 1739
1744
1800
1830
1900
Burnsall
Bolton Abbey
Addingham
Ilkley Bus Stn
arr
dep
arr
dep
Otley Crossgate
Leeds City Square
Wakefield Bus Stn
Buses to and from Ribblehead (for Gearstones)
It is expected that the NORTHERN DALESMAN service 832, linking Ingleton, Clapham and Settle with
Ribblehead will again operate on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays in the summer of 2012.
Trains to/from Ribblehead and Dent (Leeds - Settle - Carlisle line). Trains generally call at Shipley,
Bingley, Keighley, Skipton, Hellifield, Settle and all stations to Carlisle.
Mon -Sat
SX
SO
S0
SX
Leeds
0529 0619 0849 1049 1249 1449 1750 1806 1919
Ribblehead 0649 0732 1006 1202 1405 1601 1914 1925 2042
Dent
0741 1016 1212 1414 1611 1923 1934
Carlisle
0817 0858 1134 1329 1532 1728 2041 2052
Mon - Fri
Carlisle
0553
Dent
Ribblehead 0716
0853
1007
1017
1155
1308
1318
1404
1518
1527
1618
1732
1742
1818
1931
1941
2100
19
Leeds
Sat
Carlisle
Dent
Ribblehead
Leeds
0837
1136
1437
0752
0905
0716 0915
0837 1034
1651
0926
1040
1049
1207
1907
1151
1304
1314
1437
2101
1426
1540
1549
1707
2233
1618
1732
1742
1907
1807
1920
1930 2100
2046 22A33
(A – change at Skipton)
Sun
Leeds
Ribblehead
Dent
Carlisle
BC
0900
1315 1733
1027 1052 1434 1847
1037 1102 1444 1857
1156 1217 1600 2013
Carlisle
Dent
Ribblehead
Leeds
0925
1040
1049
1206
1351
1506
1515
1634
BC
1637 1741
1753 1857
1802 1907
1921
Code: B – from 1 April; C - to/from Blackpool North. NOTE. This timetable applies until 13 May. Check
times from 14 May.
Dent Station - Cowgill - Dent Village - Sedbergh- Kendal
Service 564A (Apollo 8), 564B (J.Woof) Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Service no.
Dent Station
Cowgill
Dent Village
Sedbergh
Kendal
564B
WO
0950
1000
1015
1045
564A
SO
1020
1022
1035
1050
1125
564A
SO
1545
1547
1600
1615
Service no
Kendal
Sedbergh
Dent Village
Cowgill
Dent Station
564A
SO
0940
0955
1007
1009
564B
WO
1300
1330
1345
1355R
564A
SO
1425
1500
1515
1528
1530
SO - Saturdays only; WO - Wednesdays only. These buses serve Oxenholme Rail Station. R – on
request only. It is expected that a later service from Sedbergh to Dent Station will run on summer
Saturdays from 7 April: check with operator (tel. 01539-824086).
Sedbergh to Kendal Various operators.
Mon-Fri
Sedbergh Library
Kendal Blackhall Rd
0743 0940 1010 1240 1313 1548 1830
0817 1010 1049 1310 1347 1620 1904
Kendal Blackhall Rd
Sedbergh
0825 1030 1055 1330 1405 1610 1625
0855 1056 1125 1356 1440 1637 1655
Sat
Sedbergh 1010 1050 1313 1548 1830
Kendal
1049 1125 1347 1620 1904
These buses serve Oxenholme Rail Station.
Buses between Grayrigg and Kendal
Kendal dep.
Kendal
1055 1405 1425 1625
Sedbergh 1125 1440 1500 1655
Stagecoach/Apollo 8 Service 106 (Mon-Sat)
0845 1045 1245 1345 1545 1740
Grayrigg School dep
(journey time 15 mins)
0822 1009 1109 1309 1509 1709 1834 (journey time 14 mins).
20
Kendal to Staveley & Windermere
Stagecoach LAKESLINK Service 555.
Mon-Sat dep 0705, 0740(SO), 0750(SX), 0845, 0940, 1040, 1130 then at 30 minutes past each hour
until 1630, 1745, 1845, 1930, 2155. (SO – Sats only; SX – Sats excepted). Additional journeys run
during the summer school holidays to provide a half-hourly service Mon-Fri between 0900 and 1530.
Sun dep 0805, 0915, 1115, 1315, 1515, 1740. (From 8 April to 21 October 0835 then at 35 mins past
each hour until 1735).
Windermere & Staveley to Kendal (dep Staveley 12 mins after Windermere)
Mon-Sat dep 0718(SX), 0748, 0839(SX), 0841(SO), 0933, 1035, 1130, then at 30 mins past each hour
until 1530, 1650, 1735, 1845, 1945, 2030, 2118, 2341
(SO – Sats only; SX – not Sats). Additional
journeys run during the summer school holidays to provide a half-hourly service Mon-Fri between
1030 and 1700.
Sun dep 1039, 1239, 1439, 1639, 1819, 1849. (From 8 April to 21 October 1104 then at 04 mins past
each hour until 2004).
SPECIAL NOTE: The increased summer services shown are subject to confirmation.
Kendal to Burneside
Cumberland Service 45 from Town Centre.
Mon-Sat dep 0745(Sch), 0820(SSH), 0850, then at 50 mins past each hour until 1750.
Burneside to Kendal (dep. Church)
Mon-Sat dep 0808(Sch), 0834(SSH), 0904, then at 04 mins past each hour until 1804.
Sch – schooldays only; SSH – Sats and school holidays only.
Train service from Kendal to Burneside, Staveley and Windermere
Mon-Fri dep 0626N, 0725, 0831, 0918, 1031N, 1122, 1232, 1341N, 1431, 1543, 1632, 1753, 1850,
1941, 2031, 2119, 2224.
Sat dep 0626N, 0725, 0831, 0915, 1009, 1122, 1232, 1341N, 1437, 1543, 1632, 1742, 1841, 1931B,
1941A, 2027A.
Sun dep 1044NC, 1139C, 1154D, 1233C, 1242ND, 1339, 1441, 1539, 1633, 1741, 1841, 1933N,
2020.
N - does not call at Burneside or Staveley, A – until 24 March, B – from 31 March, C – until 25 March,
D – from 1 April.
Train service from Windermere, Staveley, Burneside to Kendal (and Oxenholme for main line
trains) (add 6 mins for Staveley, 11 mins for Burneside)
Mon-Fri dep 0650, 0755, 0850N, 0959, 1049, 1159, 1251N, 1400, 1459, 1602N, 1706, 1815, 1910N,
2000, 2050, 2140, 2245.
Sat dep 0650, 0755, 0850N, 0938, 1049, 1159, 1251N, 1400, 1459, 1602N, 1706, 1802, 1900,
1950NB, 2000A, 2047NA.
Sun dep 1101NC, 1159C, 1214D, 1258C, 1300ND, 1358, 1500N, 1558, 1658, 1804, 1900, 1949N,
2040.
N - does not call at Staveley or Burneside. A – until 24 March, B – from 31 March, C – until 25 March,
D – from 1 April.
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Direct train service from Manchester Airport to Windermere, via Manchester, Wigan, Preston
and Lancaster.
Mon-Fri dep. Manchester Airport 0929, 1600. Sat 0825, 1600.
Journey time approximately 2 hours.
Additional services are available with a change at Oxenholme, including Sundays.
Windermere to Manchester Airport
Mon-Fri dep. Windermere 1049, 1251, 1706, 1815. Sat 1049, 1251, 1706.
Additional services are available with a change at Oxenholme, including Sundays.
Trains from Windermere with connections at Oxenholme for London Euston
Mon to Fri
L
P
W’re
0650 0755 0850 1049 1159 1251 1400 1459 1602 1815 2000
Euston 1012 1112 1212 1412 1512 1611 1712 1801 1913 2222 2338
Sat
W’re
0650
Euston 1012
Sun
Windermere
Euston
0755
1112
A
1101
1416
0850
1212
A
1159
1515
L
0938
1312
A
1258
1615
1049
1412
B
1300
1615
L
1159 1251 1400 1459 1602 1802 1900
1512 1612 1712 1812 1912 2138 2244
1358 1500 1558 1804 1900
1720 1815 1915 2121 2253
A – until 25 March, B – from 1 April, L - change at Lancaster, not Oxenholme. P – change at Preston,
not Oxenholme.
There is a frequent bus service, daily including Sundays all year, between Bowness and Windermere
Station (half-hourly in September/October, limited in winter).
Train service Skipton-Windermere, changing at Lancaster and, where shown, at Oxenholme (for
those who wish to walk the Dales Way starting at Bowness).
An adult day return fare of £31.30 is available from Leeds to Windermere, or £29.50 from Bradford
Forster Square, £27.80 from Keighley, £27.60 from Skipton to Windermere. (Fares subject to revision.)
This is useful for those wishing to walk the western end of the route.
Mon – Fri
Skipton
Lancaster arr
Lancaster dep
Oxenholme arr
Oxenholme dep
Windermere
Sun
Skipton
Lancaster arr
Lancaster dep
Oxenholme arr
Oxenholme dep
Sat
0540
0652
0700
0715
0721
0740
0900 1100 1724
1012 1211 1842
1101 1320 1916
1930
1937
1139 1356 1956
0640
0752
0808
0821
0827
0846
0900 1100 1434 1724
1012 1211 1545 1838
1101 1320 1555 1908
1608 1922
1628 1937
1139 1356 1648 1956
A
0926
1105B
1119
1136
1150
1130
1244
1255
1308
1335
1536
1646
1716
1730
1737
1800
1913
1957
2010
2016
A – from 1 April
B – by bus from Carnforth
22
Windermere
1209
1354 1756 2035
The above bus services are provided by a variety of operators. Timetables are obtainable from local
Tourist and National Park Visitor Centres. Metro publish timetables for all services starting, terminating
in or running through West Yorkshire, including services to and from the Dales. These may be
obtained from their Marketing Department, 40-50 Wellington Street, Leeds LS1 2DE. Information may
also be obtained by phoning the following enquiry lines:
Metroline (0113-245-7676), North Yorkshire and Cumbria Traveline (0871-200-2233), National Rail
Enquiries (08457-484950) or visit the Yorkshire Dales website at www.yorkshiredales.org.uk. The
Yorkshire Dales Society website www.yds.org.uk has links to transport sites.
To return to Ilkley from Bowness the following route is available
Bus Bowness – Windermere; train Windermere – Oxenholme – Lancaster; train Lancaster – Skipton;
bus Skipton – Ilkley (Mon-Sat First Leeds X84, Sun/Bank Holiday Mon Jackson’s CRAVENLINK
883/884).
Mon-Fri
W’re
Ox arr
Ox dep
Lan arr
Lan dep
Sk’n
Sat
0850
0906
0923
0937
1049
1213
1251 1815 0650
0709
0742
1326 1852 0758
1348 1924 0824
1503 2038 0937
Sun
0938 1251 1459
1518
1607
1016 1326 1626
1049 1348 1640
1213 1503 1754
1802
1821
1842
1856
1924
2038
A
1159
1218
1224
1237
1248
1401
1258B
1317
1323
1337
1427
1606
1558
1617
1707
1722
1804
1917
1900
1919
1929
1943
2020
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A – until 25 March; B – dep 1300 from 1 April.
Long-stay parking in Ilkley
Convenient and safe long-term parking in Ilkley is difficult to find. Parking in a public car park in Ilkley
can be arranged for £5 per day by phoning Bradford City Council parking department on 01274
434300.
Long-stay parking at Bowness
Cars can be left at the Fairfield Hotel, Brantfell Road, Bowness, LA 23 3AE, tel/fax 015394 46565, free
of charge if overnight accommodation is taken, otherwise there is a charge.
The Ramblers’ Association
What do we do?

We work non-stop to protect footpaths.

We campaign for more freedom of access to mountain, moorland, woodland and other open country.

We defend the beauty and diversity of Britain’s countryside.
Sixty years of successful lobbying at local and national level have been entirely dependent on membership subscriptions,
donations and legacies. We are a registered charity with over 125,000 members working hard to promote the health and
educational benefits of walking in the countryside.
The West Riding Area is one of the 53 Areas of the Ramblers’ Association which cover England, Wales and Scotland. It
includes the whole of West Yorkshire and parts of North Yorkshire around Selby, York, Harrogate, Ripon, Skipton and Settle, as
well as the southern part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The Area has more than 4.000 members and is divided into 13
Local Groups.
What can you do? If you use and enjoy the footpath network, please remember what the Ramblers’ Association has done to
make this possible and help us to protect it, by becoming a member now. Further information can be found on our website:
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www.ramblers.org.uk , or write to The Ramblers’ Association, 2nd Floor, Camelford House, 87-90 Albert Embankment, London
SE1 7TW (e-mail: ramblers@london.ramblers.org.uk ).
ACCOMMODATION
YOUTH HOSTELS
The following youth hostels are on or near the Dales Way. Details of opening times should be checked
from the YHA Accommodation Guide or from YHA Northern Regional Office, P.O. Box 11, Matlock,
Derbyshire DE4 2XA (tel. 01629-825850, fax. 01629-824571).
KETTLEWELL (GR 970 724)
Whernside House, Kettlewell, Skipton, N.Yorks, BD23 5QU (tel: 0870 770 5896, fax: 01756-760402,
email kettlewell @yha.org.uk).
WINDERMERE (GR 405 013)
High Cross, Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1LA (tel: 0870 770 6094, fax:
015394-47165, email windermere@yha.org.uk).
CAMP SITES
There are not many camp sites on the Dales Way, but many farmers will allow small parties to pitch
tents. In the interests of good relations with farmers please do not camp without permission. The
following camp sites could be useful. Those marked * are members of the Dales Way Association.
WHARFEDALE
* Mrs A Foster, Howgill Lodge, Barden, Skipton, BD23 6DJ (GR 064 592) (tel: 01756-720655).
* Mrs Pam Knowles-Fitton, Knowles Lodge, Appletreewick, Skipton BD23 6DQ (GR 059 593) (tel:
01756-720228, fax. 720381). Camping in bottom meadow £3 p.p.
* Georgina Farnell and Grant Hinchliffe, Ainhams House, Appletreewick, Skipton, BD23 6DD (GR
040 601) (tel: 01756-720275).
Mrs E Thompson, Wood Nook, Skirethorns, Threshfield, Skipton, BD23 5NU (GR 972 641) (tel:
01756-752412).
There may be a possibility to camp at Fold Farm, Kettlewell. Enquire locally.
*Mary E. Wood, East House Farm, Beckermonds, near Buckden, Skipton BD23 5JL (GR 873 802),
(tel :01756-760816, mobile :-07515-124515).
e mail beckermonds@googlemail.com,
website www.beckermondsholidaycottagebedandbreakfast.co.uk.
Open from 10th June 2011. Dales Way walkers only please. Bookings only. We now have the facility of
an outside loo and shower. £6.00 p.p.p.n Breakfast can be taken in the farm house or on the patio on
request. Laundry on request.
DENT & SEDBERGH (015396-)
Cow Dub Farm, Cowgill, next to Sportsman’s Arms.
Mr J W Akrigg, Ewegales Farm, Cowgill, Dent, Sedbergh, LA10 5RH (GR 755 867) (tel: 25440).
K.Tyson, Conder Farm, Dent, Sedbergh, LA10 5QT (GR 706 868). Tel: 015875-277.
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Mrs M E Taylor, High Laning Farm Caravan & Camping Park, Dent, Sedbergh, (GR 702 870). Tel:
25239.
Mrs V Knowles, Pinfold Caravan Park, Garsdale Road, Sedbergh, LA10 5JL (GR 665 920) (tel:
20576).
Lincoln’s Inn Bridge Farm.
Mrs Mary Airey, Waterside Farm, Firbank Sedbergh LA10 5EF (tel. 20616/20069). Fully equipped 4berth static caravan. Packed lunches and transport by arrangement. Sorry, no dogs, as this is a
working farm.
Mrs R Erwig, 2 Annisgarth House, Annisgarth Avenue, LA23 2HF (tel. 48049 email:
hans@erwig.freeserve.co.uk ). D1 (e/s) T1 S1 £19.25-23.27. Meals nearby in town. No smoking.
600m from end/start of Dales Way.
Mrs J Postlethwaite, Bramaskew, Howgill, LA10 5HX (tel. 21529 email: stay@drawellcottage.co.uk ).
GR 636936, on Dales Way, Explorer map OL19. D1(kingsize) T1 both e/s. (£32). Pre booked evening
meal £12 per person. Camping pitches available.
SKELSMERGH
Mr & Mrs D Bowler, Camping & Caravanning Club Site, Millcrest, Shap Road, Skelsmergh, Kendal,
Cumbria LA9 6NY (GR 526 948) (tel. 01539-741363). Open end March to end October.
BURNESIDE
Mr Gibson, Burneside Hall Farm. Tel: 01539-722017.
BUNK HOUSE BARNS
Facilities provided include simple bunkhouse accommodation, toilet (including shower) and cooking
facilities, an eating area and a drying room. Self-catering facilities include cutlery and crockery. Dairy
produce, etc, can often be ordered in advance. Sleeping bags may be hired. Overnight fees are about
£5 per person per night. There is a maximum of three consecutive nights at any one barn. Bookings
should be made direct to the owners concerned. Advance booking is preferred. The following are all
members of the Dales Way Association.
RIBBLEHEAD
The Station Inn, Alan & Jo Shutt, Ribblehead, LA6 3AS (a mile west of Gearstones on the B6255, GR
763 791) (tel. 01524-241274) has bunkhouse accommodation for 32 (2 x 6 persons, 1 x 9, 1 x 11).
DENT
Elaine Johnson, Whernside Manor, Dent, Cumbria (GR 726 859). Tel: 015396-25213 or 01772863889. A cooked breakfast can be provided by arrangement.
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BED AND BREAKFAST ACCOMMODATION
The following is a selection of accommodation available. Local accommodation lists (a small charge
may be levied) are published by Tourist Information Centre, Station Road, Ilkley (tel: 01943 602319);
Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, Colvend, Hebden Road, Grassington, Skipton, N.Yorks BD23
5LB (tel: 01756 751690); Cumbria Tourism, (tel: 0844 8885188).
All the establishments listed below are members of the Dales Way Association, and the Association
would be grateful for comments (both positive and negative) on them. The accommodation and
facilities have not been inspected by the Association. Please try to support our members when you are
booking your accommodation. The prices should only be taken as an indication and should be
checked when booking. EM means that an evening meal is normally available: this should of course
always be booked in advance. In the remoter areas make sure in good time that you know where your
evening meal is coming from! It is now quite common particularly for the smaller establishments to be
no smoking.
Abbreviations: D – double, T – twin, S – single, F – family (i.e. sleeping 3 or more), e/s – ensuite
bath/shower room. Prices are per person per night.
LEEDS-ILKLEY LINK
Helen and Tim Wilkinson, Dowgill House, 5-7 Bondgate, Otley, LS21 3AB. (tel: 01943 850836, m.
07785 925664, email: info@dowgillhouse.co.uk). D/T4 (e/s) £28-33, S £50-55. One room can be a
triple, £80 for the room. Packed lunches on request. www.dowgillhouse.co.uk.
Mrs L Windus, Chevin End Guest House, West Chevin Road, Menston, Ilkley LS29 6BE (tel. 01943876845, email: enquiries@chevinendguesthouse.co.uk) (GR 184 439, on route) S2 D2 T2 F2 (all e/s)
(£30 S £35, F £24). Packed lunches. No EM, but meals at Chevin pub, also choice of restaurants
within about ½ mile. Breakfasts available for NON-residents (to be pre-booked).
www.chevinendguesthouse.co.uk
ILKLEY (01943-)
Mrs K Dobson, Riverside Hotel, Riverside Gardens, Bridge Lane LS29 9EU (tel/fax. 607338). D5 T4
F1 S1 (all e/s) (£37.50-47.50 S £50-60 F £95-117.50 for room. Extra children +£22.50 each). EM.
Meals 1200-2000. Tea/coffee/TV in rooms. Packed lunch and flasks filled if required. Restaurant and
fully licensed bar. Dogs +£5 each. Waterfront Kabin serving fish & chips, ices, snacks. Adjacent to old
bridge at start of Dales Way. www.ilkley-riversidehotel.com
Mr & Mrs A Green, Archway Cottage, 24 Skipton Road LS29 9EP (tel/fax: 603399, email:
Thegreens@archcottage.fsnet.co.uk ). D1 F1 both e/s, T1 F1 (from £25 S £40, F £45 room)
Mrs P Roberts, 63 Skipton Road LS29 9HF (tel: 817542, email: ilkleybb@blueyonder.co.uk). D2 T1
(£30. S enquire. Some e/s). Car parking. Packed lunches. No smoking.
Mr H Bignell, Denton View, 10, Manley Road, Ilkley LS29 8QS (Tel. 430373 or 07787347292, email:
dentonview@tiscali.co.uk ) D2 e/s or private facilities (£25 S £35). Tea/coffee/TV. EM in town approx.
½ mile.
Mr & Mrs Rew, 1, Tivoli Place, Ilkley, LS29 8SU (tel.600328, email: onetivoli@aol.com ) D/T4 (e/s)
(£33 S £45). Tea/coffee/TV. EM nearby. 4 star. 5 mins from railway station. www.tivoliplace.co.uk
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Rombalds Hotel & Restaurant West View, Wells Road, Ilkley LS29 9JE (tel: 603201 e-mail:
reception@rombalds.demon.dot.uk) 15 rooms ranging from rooms with showers to suites – 3 star
hotel. (from £38). EM £17.50 a’ la carte menu also available. Ilkley’s ‘Premier Hotel’ only 600 yds from
station and town centre. All meals including packed lunches available.
ADDINGHAM (01943-)
Maria Wells, The Crown Inn, 136, Main Street, Addingham, Nr.Ilkley LS29 ONS (tel:830278, email
mariawells350@tiscali.co.uk ) D/T 2 both e/s (rooms D/T £70, S £50, F £80). EM in village.
HOWGILL (01756-)
Mrs A Foster, Howgill Lodge, Barden BD23 6DJ (GR 065 593) (tel: 720655). D2 T1 F1 (all e/s) (£3036). Packed lunches on request. www.howgill-lodge.co.uk
Mrs Pam Knowles-Fitton, Knowles Lodge, Appletreewick BD23 6DQ (GR 059 593) (tel. 720228,
email: pam@knowleslodge.com). D2 T1 F1 (large + small double bed) all e/s (£50) Tea/coffee making
facilities. Packed lunches £6. Pubs in village for EM: lift available to them, but you have to walk back.
When starting the walk from Ilkley you could stay the previous night here and get a lift in to Ilkley the
following morning, thus spending 2 nights in the same place. A third night could also be arranged.
www.knowleslodge.com
BURNSALL (01756-)
Mr M R Hirst, Wharfe View Farm House, Main Street, BD23 6BP (tel/fax. 720643, email:
richard.hirst@ukgateway.net). T4 D2 F1 S2 (£30 S £35). Meals in village. Situated on the E side of the
road heading north, near church. Sitting/dining room for guests – open log fire. Coffee/tea making
facilities in rooms. www.burnsall.net
Mrs Anita Hall, Holly Tree Farm, Thorpe BD23 6BJ (tel. 720604). S1 D1 (£28). Pick up from Burnsall
or Grassington and transport to evening meal by arrangement. www.hollytreeburnsall.co.uk.
HEBDEN (01756-)
Mrs P Kitching, Court Croft, Church Lane, Hebden BD23 3DX (tel: 753406). T3 (2 e/s, 1 pte bath)
(e/s £35, S £40; pte bath £30, S £35). EM nearby PH. In Hebden village next to the church (up lane
from suspension bridge above Burnsall). Separate sun room/dining room. Tea making in rooms, drying
facilities, packed lunches. Possible tea garden during day.
GRASSINGTON (01756-)
Jayne Clarke, Ling House, Threshfield BD23 5HB (tel. 752342 email info@linghousethreshfield.co.uk.
D/T1 e/s(spa bath) (£32.50). TV, tea/coffee facilities. Packed lunches. Drying facilities. EM at The Old
Hall Inn, 300 yards. 15 minute walk from Dales Way at Grassington Bridge.
Mr & Mrs A Colley, Lythe End, Wood Lane, BD23 5DF (tel 753196, email:
akandccolley@btinternet.com) D1 e/s, D1 pte bath, (from £30). Discounts available for walkers and
cyclists. www.grassingtonbandb.com
Mrs M Cullingford, Craven Cottage, Main Street, BD23 5AA (tel. 752205, mob. 07561035397, email
cullingford44@aol.com ). On Dales Way. D2 e/s. (£30). Tea/coffee/TV in rooms. Drying facilities.
Packed lunches.
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The Foresters Arms, Mrs R M Richardson, 20 Main Street BD23 5AA (tel. 752349, fax. 01756753633, email: theforesters@totalise.co.uk). D4 T1 F2 (all e/s) (£35). All rooms have TV & tea/coffee
facilities. EM. Pets welcome. www.forestersarmsgrassington.co.uk
Mrs
R
Huff,
Station
House,
Threshfield
BD23
5ES
(tel.
752667,
email:
info@stationhousegrassington.co.uk) (GR 996 638, situated 300 yards west of bridge over Wharfe on
south side of road). T1 e/s (£30). TV + tea/coffee in room.
Mrs M Lister, Town Head Guest House, 1 Low Lane, BD23 5AU (tel. 752811). D3 T1 (£30-£35, all
e/s). EM in village.
Mrs M R & D A Lockyer, Kirkfield, Hebden Road, BD23 5LJ (tel. 752385). T1 F3 (from £30, some
e/s). Private TV lounge. Pubs nearby for EM.
Diane & Tim Lowe, Grassington Lodge, 8 Wood Lane, BD23 5LU (tel: 752518, email:
relax@grassingtonlodge.co.uk ). D/T10 all e/s (from £40). Visit Britain 5 star gold. EM in nearby pubs,
etc. TV & tea/coffee in rooms, residents’ lounge. No smoking. Approaching from Hebden Road, walk
past the Square, continuing into Wood Lane. 50 yards on right. www.grassingtonlodge.co.uk
KETTLEWELL (01756-)
Caroline & Paul Hatton, Littlebeck Bed & Breakfast, The Green BD23 5RD (tel: 760378). D1 e/s
(£39, S £55). Email: stay@little-beck.co.uk
Mrs Lyn Morgan, Park Bottom, Litton, BD23 5QJ (tel. 770235, email: info@parkbottom.co.uk ) (GR
907 741). D2 T/F1 all e/s (£36, S £46). Situated within 50 yards of Queen’s Arms in Litton village in
Littondale. By arrangement transport can be arranged from the Dales Way. Tea/coffee facilities, drying
room, packed lunches. Sorry, no dogs.
Mrs L Thornborrow, Lynburn, BD23 5RF (tel. 760803, email: lorna.lynburn@btinternet.com). D1 T1
(from £30). Meals in village. No smoking. No dogs. Tea/Coffee. Colour TV, wash basins in rooms.
The Kings Head, The Green, Kettlewell, N.Yorks BD23 5RD (tel 760242 email:
info@kingsheadkettlewell.co.uk ) D4 T1 all e/s, can accommodate an extra bed in most rooms (handy
for kids or if 3 want to stay in the twin room) (Sun-Thurs £35, Fri-Sat £40). We are on The Dales and
Inn Ways. 100% dog friendly (dogs v welcome to stay in our rooms-no charge for dogs). We are in
2012 Good Beer Guide. We have been voted walkers retreat of the year by the readers and directors
of The Shires Magazine. We have a wide Inglenook fireplace and a stone floor so muddy boots
welcome. All our rooms are newly decorated. Full English breakfast included in tariff-No charge for
children under school age-half price if aged between 6 and 17 if sharing same room as parents.
Tea/coffee. Various menus on offer for evening meals. Lifts: pick up/drop off. Bike Lock.
BUCKDEN (01756-)
Lynn Thornborrow, West Winds Yorkshire Tearooms, BD23 5JA (up the lane beside the Buck Inn)
(tel. 760883, email: lynn@westwindsinyorkshire.co.uk). D1 S2 (£24-£34). Shared bathroom. Wash
basins and tea/coffee facilities in rooms. Tea and cake on arrival. Packed lunches, flasks filled. Wet
clothes dried. EM available Wednesday to Sunday, March to October, last orders 6.00 pm. Sorry no
dogs. Website: www.westwindsinyorkshire.co.uk
White Lion Inn, Cray BD23 5JB (tel. 760262 e-mail: admin@whitelioncray.com) (GR 945 795) 1 mile
north of Buckden. 3 Diamond ETC listed Country Inn. D7 T2 all e/s (from £35). Good Pub Guide/Good
Beer Guide. EM from £7.95. Dogs welcome in 3 rooms. Packed lunches. Car collection from Buckden
may be available on request.
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HUBBERHOLME (01756-)
The George Inn, BD23 5JE (GR 936 773) (tel. 760223). D4 T1 all e/s ( £80 per room ). Evening meals
from 6pm, tables reserved for our residents only. Packed lunches on request. No dogs or children
under 14 years old. Directly on the Dales Way, last stop for refreshments before Ribblehead / Cowgill.
For full details see www.thegeorge-inn.co.uk
Mrs G Huck, Church Farm, BD23 5JE (GR 926 783) (tel. 760240, email:
gillhuck@hubberholme.fsnet.co.uk ). D1 T1 (all e/s, from £30). EM in nearby inn. TV, tea/coffee in
rooms. Drying room. Packed lunches. Sorry no dogs. www.yorkshirenet.co.uk/stayat/churchfarm.
Mr & Mrs Jowsey, Kirkgill Manor, Hubberholme BD23 5JE. (tel: 760800). D2 T1 all e/s. (£39, S £58).
Tea/coffee/TV
EM
at
nearby
George
Inn.
Packed
lunches.
No
dogs.
www.yorkshirenet.co.uk/stayat/kirkgillmanor
RAISGILL (01756-)
Mrs S Middleton, Low Raisgill near Yockenthwaite, BD23 5JQ (GR 905 786) (tel. 760351). D1 T1 S1
(e/s, from £36, enquire about S). Light EM or transport to local pub. Packed lunches. Drying facilities.
Sorry no dogs. 4 Visit Britain (ETB) stars. No credit/debit cards please.
www.yorkshirenet.co.uk/stayat/lowraisgill
BECKERMONDS (01756-)
Mary Wood, East House Farm, Beckermonds, Buckden, BD23 5JL (GR 873 802) (tel: 760816 Mobile:
07515-124515) e mail: beckermonds@googlemail.com.
website www.beckermondsholidaycottagebedandbreakfast.co.uk. T3 D2 (£38.00 single occupancy
£48.00). Bath and showers. Tea /coffee facility in the rooms. Hairdryer. Dinner on request £20.
Packed lunch from £5.50. Boot room. Drying facility. Laundry on request. Sorry no smoking or pets.
Cash or cheque only
OUGHTERSHAW (01756-)
Mr & Mrs C Clark, Nethergill Farm, Oughtershaw, Buckden, BD23 5JS (GR 863822) (tel. 761126,
email: fiona.clark@nethergill.co.uk D1, T1, both e/s, (£39 S £60). Tea/coffee/home baking/TV/wifi.
Rustic farmhouse supper or lift to and from local pub. Packed lunches. www.nethergill.co.uk
Freya Hart, Swarthghyll Farm, Oughtershaw, Buckden, BD23 5JS (GR 846 825) (tel 760466, email:
info@swarthghyll-farm.co.uk, website: www.swarthghyll-farm.co.uk). Two self-catering flats are
available for single night bookings: D1 T1. (£60 per flat, S £45). EM and breakfast can be provided.
Directly on the Dales Way, 1.5 miles from Oughtershaw.
RIBBLEHEAD (01524-)
Alan and Jo Shutt, The Station Hotel, Ribblehead, Ingleton LA6 3AS (GR 764 792. A mile west of
Gearstones on the B6255) (tel.241274. Email: enquiries@thestationinn.net ). D2 T1 F1 S1 (D and S
e/s; T & F with shower). (£28 to £42). EM. www.thestationinn.net
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DENT (015396-)
Diana Dickinson, Stone Close Tea Room & B&B, Main Street, LA10 5QL (tel: 25231, email:
stoneclose@btconnect.com). D1 F1 T1 (T e/s, others have wash-basins) (from £27.50). EM available
by prior arrangement. Packed lunches. Tea/coffee/TV all rooms.
Mrs G Cheetham, Smithy Fold, Whernside, LA10 5RE (GR 725 859, next to Whernside Manor,
approx 1.4 miles up the dale from Dent village) (tel. 25368 email: cheetham@smithyfold.co.uk). D2
T1 (£28, S £35). EM (£15) by prior arrangement. www.smithyfold.co.uk
The George & Dragon Paul & Judith Beeley, LA10 5TA (tel: 25256 email:
mail@thegeorgeanddragondent.co.uk). D4 T3 F2 (all e/s) (£32-48 S £50). Country Inn, restaurant,
pets by arrangement. www.thegeorgeanddragondent.co.uk
Mrs R Smith, Garda View Guest House, Main Street, LA10 5QL (tel: 25209. email:
rita@gardaview.co.uk). D2 T1 S1 (D1 e/s). (from £25). In centre of village. EM nearby PH. H&C,
tea/coffee in rooms, TV etc. No smoking or pets.
DENT FOOT (015396-)
Mrs A E Hunter, Rash House, LA10 5SU (GR 661 899) (tel. 20113 email: annehunter21@msn.com ).
EM by arrangement. D1 F1 (from £30). Situated on the original route of the Dales Way just north of
Rash Bridge. From the revised route it is a diversion of less than 600m down the field by using the
original route.
SEDBERGH (015396-)
Mrs A Jones, Yew Tree Cottage, 35 Loftus Hill, LA10 5SQ (tel. 21600). D1 T1 (£29, S £37). Situated
on Loftus Hill at junction with Busk Lane. Early 18 th-century cottage. Close to pubs for evening meal.
Guests’ sitting-room with TV. Wash basins, shaver points and tea making in rooms. Packed lunches
available in town at bakery. No smoking. Pets by arrangement.
Mrs S Sharrocks, Holmecroft, Station Road, LA10 5DW (GR 650 919) (tel/fax. 20754, email:
susan@holmecroftbandb.co.uk ). D1 T1 S1 (£27.50). Short walk from town centre. Guests’ sitting
room. Fell views. No smoking. Owner has walked the entire Dales Way and can help with advice
needed by guests.
Mrs Lynn Smith Father Haw, Howgill Lane, Cumbria LA10 5HE.
lsfatherhaw@hotmail.com) D1 e/s. (£30 S £35) Guest sitting room. EM in town.
(tel.
20937 email:
Mrs J M Snow, Birks Barn, Birks Lane, LA10 5HQ (tel: 21994) (GR 651 914). D1 or T1 (e/s) (£30).
Dales Way passes the door. 17th-century converted barn. EM in town centre (½ mile). Tea/coffee
facilities. Regret no dogs.
Miss M Thurlby, Wheelwright Cottage, 15 Back Lane, LA10 5AQ (tel. 20251, email:
wheelwright.cottage@homecall.co.uk ). D1 T1 (£29 S £36). Centre of town. EM nearby. Old
wheelwright’s cottage c.1780. Sitting room with TV. Dogs welcome.
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LUNEDALE (015396-)
Mr J W Mattinson, Ash-Hining Farm, Howgill, LA10 5HU (tel/fax: 20957, m 07774-281767) (GR 638
928). D2 T2 (from £25). Transport to pub for EM. ¼ mile from Low Branthwaite Farm on Dales Way.
Packed lunches. No smoking. Fantastic views.
Mrs J Postlethwaite, Bramaskew, Howgill, LA10 5HX (tel. 21529 email: stay@drawellcottage.co.uk ).
GR 636936, on Dales Way, Explorer map OL19. D1(kingsize) T1 both e/s. (£32). Pre booked evening
meal £12 per person. Camping pitches available.
Mrs D M Parker, Thwaite, Howgill, LA10 5JD (tel. 20493 email: dorothy@thwaitefarm.co.uk ) (GR 629
948). D1 T1 (£25). Lift to and from Sedbergh for evening meal (small charge) or light snack. No pets.
No smoking. 5 minutes from route NW of Sedbergh. Also adjoining cottage that can be booked for
longer stays. Very quiet overlooking river and fells.
LAMBRIGG - GRAYRIGG - PATTON (01539-)
Joanna Parkins, Moresdale Barn, Lambrigg, LA8 0DH, GR 587959 (tel. 824463 email:
joannaparkins@hotmail.co.uk ) D1 T1 (£32 S £35). On the Dales Way. After passing Holme Park
Farm cross approximately four open fields before dropping down to a stile which leads into a narrow
footpath with a walled garden to the right. At the top of this path the gate opens to the garden in front
of Moresdale Barn. Modern conversion of 1860s traditional stone barn. Tea & cake on arrival. Drying
room. Non-smoking. Packed lunch £6. The two guest rooms share a private bathroom with shower
facilities, which is adjacent to the bedrooms. Tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer. Arrival from 4.00pm –
please vacate your room by 10.00am. We provide a free lift into Kendal at around 6.30pm each
evening and can phone ahead to make a restaurant reservation if required (a list of local restaurants is
available). We will provide a return lift back to Moresdale Barn if you wish to return before 9.30pm. If
you would like to stay later in Kendal we can provide you with a local taxi firm number (taxi approx.
£15.00). A deposit of £10.00 is required to secure a booking. If cancellation occurs within 14 days of
arrival then the deposit is non-refundable. In the event of a no-show the cost of the first night stay will
be charged, as will cancellation within 48 hours of arrival unless we are able to re-let the room.
Mr R Rodriguez, Howestone Barn, Whinfell, Kendal LA8 9EQ. (GR 562 981) (tel. 824373 email:
stay@lapwingsbarn.co.uk). D/T1 e/s (£32). Private lounge with woodburner, TV, fridge, tea/coffee.
Balcony with views. D1 e/s (from £35)., TV, fridge, tea/coffee. With outside terrace. May be able to
collect from Dales Way. EM if required £15. www.lapwingsbarn.co.uk
SKELSMERGH (01539-)
Mrs B Dawson , Red Hills, Skelsmergh, LA9 6NX (tel. 724447, m 07887 708 640) D2 (e/s) (£40 S
£50). Guest lounge.
KENDAL (01539-)
Mrs Sheila Brindley, Bridge House, 65 Castle Street, LA9 7AD (near rail and bus stations) (tel.
722041 m 07813-679411 email: sheila@bridgehouse-kendal.co.uk). T1(e/s), D1(e/s), S1. (from £35).
(free collection from and return to Dales Way if required). EM good restaurants and real ale pub close
by. Packed lunches. Good drying facilities. No pets. No smoking. Complimentary Kendal mint cake
and tea/coffee making facilities. At present no credit cards. www.bridgehouse-kendal.co.uk
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Steven and Karen Dawson, Seasons Bed and Breakfast, 199 Windermere Road, LA9 5EY (tel:
736384, m 07967 391066, email: seasons@lakedistrict-b-and-b.co.uk. D1 (e/s) D1 (pte bath) T1
(shower and wc) (£30-£38). Washing and drying facilities available (small charge). Packed lunches on
request. No children under 14, no pets. Transport to and from Burneside.
Richard and Wendy Fawthrop, Hillside Bed & Breakfast, 4 Beast Banks LA9 4JW (tel:722836 email :
info@hillside-kendal.co.uk) 4 Star Visit Britain. 4 minutes walk from town centre, where EM and
packed lunches available. S2 e/s (from £35) D3 e/s T1 e/s (from £36). All rooms have tea/coffee
facilities, LCD TV, boot tray and clock radio. No smoking. No pets. Happy to fill flasks on request.
www.hillside-kendal.co.uk
Mrs A Nicholson, Balcony House Guest House, 82 Shap Road, LA9 6DP (tel. 731402 e-mail
Bmandybrian@aol.com ) D1 e/s, D/T1 e/s D1 pte bath. (from £30). No smoking, no dogs. Free pickup/drop off service. Free use of nearby hotel pool/spa. Complimentary Kendal Mint Cake.
www.Balconyhouse.co.uk
Chris Wilkinson, Sonata Guest House, 19, Burneside Road, LA9 4RL. (tel: 732290 , email:
chris@sonataguesthouse.freeserve.co.uk ) D2 T1 F1 all e/s (£36, S £52). . EM by arrangement
£11.50. 15 minutes from Dales Way. 4 star. www. sonataguesthouse.co.uk
Mrs A Womack, Fairways Guest House, 102 Windermere Road, LA9 5EZ (tel. 725564). D2 S1all e/s
(£30-£37). TV, DVD player, tea/coffee facilities in all rooms. Packed lunches by arrangement. No
smoking.
BURNESIDE (01539-)
Tony & Caroline Hill, 1 Churchill Court LA9 6QW (GR SD504954) (tel. 722054, m. 07788-686789,
email lakelandhills@tiscali.co.uk ).D1 T1 both e/s S1 ((£36 S £40). Quiet, central village location just
off the Dales Way. Both rooms have digital LCD TV/DVDs, IPod dock, free WiFI, tea/coffee (fresh
milk), tuck shop (drinks, snacks & walkers essentials). Guests conservatory, with access to secluded
rear garden. We offer free transport to local pubs and restaurants, or into Kendal. Wide choice for
breakfast. Flasks filled free. Packed lunches £4.75. Drying facilities, car parking, dogs welcome.
Hot/cold drinks and cake on arrival. Discounts for small groups or longer stays.
Stewart and Ann Menzies, Sunny Hills, 1 Carlingdale LA9 6PW (tel. 735386, email:
sunnyhillsview@yahoo.com ). Leave Burneside towards Kendal, pass the turning into Carlingdale,
staying on the main road, and we are the next house, set up higher: the third house on the right from
the end of the village. D2 (one e/s, one with private bathroom) (£31.50, S price on request). EM on
request, using local products; we cater for vegetarians. Packed lunches. Locked storage for bikes.
Freeview TV/DVD, free WiFi. Hot drinks in rooms. Washing and drying facilities. Hourly buses into
Kendal, or walk across fields at back of house.
BOWSTON (01539-)
Mrs M Evans, Hillcrest, Winter Lane, LA8 9HH (GR 487 968) (tel. 821489). D1 T2 all e/s (£30 S £40).
EM if booked. Tea/coffee and TV in rooms. Regret no children, pets or smoking. Limited drying
facilities. On S side of Winter Lane 900m W of Bowston Bridge. Packed lunch by prior arrangement.
Less than half a mile from the Dales Way.
STAVELEY (01539-)
Mrs A Crawford, Li’le Hullets, 3 Seed Howe Cottages, LA8 9PP (tel. 821148). D1 T1 (both e/s), D1
(pte bath). (from £26, S £28-35). EM in nearby pubs (3 within 10 mins). Situated about 15 minutes
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from the route on the main road at the other end of the village. TV lounge. Drying facilities. Packed
lunches.
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BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE (015394-)
Haggs End Farm, Crook, Kendal, LA8 9HS (GR 435970, on route of the Dales Way 2.5 miles from
the end at Bowness) (tel Helen 05601 290306 email: helen@troffers.com). F1 (e/s, 1 king, 2 single,
option of third single for child) (from £50), D1 (e/s) (from £50), D1 (private bathroom) (from £40). EM
£12.50 (less for children).One night stays. www.troffers.com
Blenheim Lodge, J & R Duncan, Brantfell Road, LA23 3AE (tel: 43440, Email:
blenheimlodge@supanet.com ). S3 D7 T2 F2 (£39.50-£59. Different rates for BH and Valentines
weekend). Quality B&B accom. 10 e/s 1pte 2 with bath. 1 min. walk from end of Dales Way.
Restaurants and pubs 2-5min.walk. 10 rooms with stunning views of Lake Windermere. 1 with lovely
view of Dales Way and woodlands. Free membership of nearby Leisure Club 5min walk. Lounge,
drying room, outside taps for muddy boots.
Fairfield Garden Guest House, Mr & Mrs A Blaney, Brantfell Road, LA23 3AE (on route of Dales
Way) (tel: 46565 email: tony&liz@the-fairfield.co.uk ) AA 4 Star Guest House D7 T1 Triple1 all e/s.
(£31-55). Car parking with pre-walk parking for residents (max.1 car). Finish your walk in style and
comfort. Large lounge, free internet, standard and luxury rooms with 4 poster beds and whirlpool
baths. Licensed with garden terrace where drinks can be served. EM in winter by arrangement.
Adrian & Elizabeth Legge, Lickbarrow Lodge, Lickbarrow Road, Windermere LA23 2NQ (tel. 45252
email lickbarrowlodge@hotmail.com ). D2 both e/s, one B&B, one self-catering (£38-44, no singles).
(GR 419 971). 350 yards from Dales Way, 1 mile from end of Dales Way in Bowness. Ample pre-walk
parking. Superb views of Langdale Pikes, private woodland. Full details www.lickbarrowlodge.com
Mr & Mrs Bryan, Annisgarth B&B, 48 Craig Walk, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 2JT.
(Tel:43866 e.mail: sharron@annisgarth.com) Rooms: D1 deluxe with Jacuzzi bath, D/T1 Queen e/s,
D1 standard with private facilities next door (not shared). (£25 - £35). 2 night minimum applies at
weekends. www.annisgarth.co.uk
Mr John and Mrs Gill Milburn, Holmlea Guest House, Kendal Road, LA23 3EW (tel. 42597 email:
info@holmleaguesthouse.co.uk). D4 T1 S2 (singles not e/s) (S £24-35, D/T £26-35). Central heating,
TV, tea/coffee facilities. 200 yards from end of Dales Way. 3 mins walk from restaurants. Minimum
booking 2 nights weekend, 3 nights BH. www.holmleaguesthouse.co.uk.
Jim & Anne Tomlinson, Bowfell Cottage ,Middle-Entrance-Drive, Storrs Park, LA23 3JY (tel 44835)
email annetomlinson45@btinternet.com One mile south of town centre on A5074 (GR 403 951). D1
e/s (£33) T1 & D1 std (£30). EM on request.
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DALES WAY ASSOCIATION
For those who care for the Dales Way...
The Dales Way Association is a voluntary organisation which was formed in 1991 with the
support of the Ramblers' Association and the South Lakeland Tourist Association. Its
purpose is to ensure that the Dales Way Long Distance Footpath and appropriate link
paths are properly maintained and waymarked, and that the corridor of countryside through
which it passes is conserved and safeguarded. The Association will examine opportunities
for improving the route either by means of footpath creations or diversions. It will support
the provision of accommodation, refreshment, transport and related facilities for walkers in
ways which support the local economy without destroying its character. It may also
advocate National Trail status for the route. An official Dales Way badge and logo, together
with special waymarks for the route, have been produced.
Membership is open to all who have walked or plan to walk the Dales Way or simply care
about its future. Members receive a free copy of this Dales Way Handbook each year and
two Newsletters.
Membership is only £6 per annum, and membership applications (cheques payable to the
Dales Way Association) should be addressed to the Membership Secretary, the Dales Way
Association, PO Box 1065, Bradford, BD1 9JY. (email: info@dalesway.org.uk)
The Association’s website is www.dalesway.org.uk
DALES WAY CERTIFICATES AND BADGES
Dales Way certificates are available to all who have walked the whole or part of the Dales
Way. If you would like a certificate, please send the names you would like included on it,
plus the direction of your walk and the month and year you completed it, along with a
cheque for £1.50 per certificate, payable to the Dales Way Association, to the address
above. The Association is always interested to hear an account of your walk, with
comments on any matters of interest, including the accommodation you used and any
difficulties you encountered.
Woven badges are available at £1.50 each and the Association now stocks the
Gemmell/Speakman Route Guide (see page 2). This can be supplied, post free, at the
cover price of £5.99 each. Obtainable from the Association – see address above. Cheques
for Dales Way Association.