Hardcastle Crags Walk

Woodland
Walk Leader
Roger Styles
Capacity
6
Path through woodland's autumn colours

This splendid and somewhat challenging walk is at Hardcastle Crags, a wooded valley owned by the National Trust, near Hebden Bridge in West Yorkshire. The 4-mile route is circular, with a 1 mile long descent and equally long ascent, both over uneven ground. There are also some wet, slippery, rocky sections and muddy bits! Please note that moderately good fitness and mobility are essential as are good walking boots. The autumn colours of the mixed woodland are usually excellent. In addition, we will pass a picturesque mill and twice cross bridges over a strong flowing river. There are mosses and ferns in abundance. The final stage includes a climb up about 50 uneven stone steps and we conclude with an easy level half mile on a quiet road, back to the car park. There are no facilities on the walk so you will need to bring your own refreshments. The walk starts at 10.30am and we should conclude at around 3pm. It can be cold in the valley so please bear this in mind when deciding on clothing.

Walk Location

Hardcastle Crags Walk

Walk Directions

Please note there are two car parks for Hardcastle Crags and they are different sides of the valley, so make sure you come to the right one! The National Trust car park where we shall meet  is at Clough Hole, post code HX7 7AZ.   Please locate the car park on Google and your road map in advance of setting off.  There is a parking charge of £5 or it's free for NT members, so if you are a member please bring your card.

Accessibility

The 4-mile route is circular, with a 1 mile long descent and equally long ascent, both over uneven ground. There are also some wet, slippery, rocky sections and muddy bits! Please note that moderately good fitness and mobility are both essential as are good walking boots.  There are no facilities on the route.

Feedback Meeting Type
Zoom
Feedback Talk Date and Time

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