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WHERE the rain once fell on open fields and the water reached the river along natural watercourses, now, increasingly, the rain falls on roofs,…
THE limestone scenery near Settle is some of the best in England. The limestone itself creates a unique landscape which is best enjoyed by walking through. Jonathan Smith runs Where2walk, a walking company in the Yorkshire Dales. Jonathan has written his own book, the Dales 30 which details the highest mountains in the Dales. He also runs one-day navigation courses for beginners and intermediates. Join his Learn a Skill, Climb a Hill weekends in the Dales. To find out more details on any of the above visit his website, where2walk.co.uk THIS follows much of the Settle Loop between the town...
This route follows much of the Settle Loop between the town and Malham. From the centre of Settle near the Talbot Inn follow the road past the folly (now with scaffolding) over the cobbles and in to Upper Settle and open countryside. This is the steepest part of the day so head down and get it over with. Soon the gradient on the road reduces. Almost immediately look for a lane on your left, signed with the Pennine Bridleway/Settle Loop. The steep hillside to your left is Sugar Loaf Hill (Rye Loaf Hill is further on to your right, a bit of a naming theme!).