BMC Hill Walking: Social Walk, Yorkshire Dales

You are invited to join a peer-led walk, hosted and led by BMC Yorkshire Dales Area volunteer, Ian Pickering. This social walk will start at Settle car park where we head north to Langcliffe village. Carrying on Northwards we will visit the Hoffman Kiln, a great highlight. We then head into Stainforth, from here, we will travel East to visit Catrigg Force waterfell. We then head South East to Winskill Stones and onto walk below Attermere Scar with a visit to the dramatic Victoria Cave, a must for the area. To complete the walk we will walk above or below Warrendale Knotts (weather permitting) before heading back into Settle. We’re excited to welcome you for a memorable day in the outdoors!

Walk Details

Walk Grading: Moderate

Distance: Approx. 11.5 km (7 miles)

Ascent: 480 m (1,500 ft)

Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours

If you or anyone in your party can’t attend after booking, please let us know so we can offer the place to others

Meeting Details

Time: Thursday 9th October, 10:20 am for a 10:30 am start

Location: Whitefriars Car Park, Settle, BD24 9EA

OS Grid Ref: SD 819 638

Google map pin: 54.06994653074769, -2.2781227814866516

Parking: Pay & Display

Please check out the BMC Liftshare service

Facilities: Toilets are available at the car park

Public Transport: Bus and trains are available to the start location

What to Bring

We’ll cover a range of terrains, so please ensure you are well-prepared with appropriate gear

Footwear: Sturdy, water-resistant hiking boots or shoes with good grip

Clothing: Dress in layers, including a warm layer and waterproofs, as conditions can vary; bring a hat and gloves for cooler areas

Food and Drink: Bring enough food and water for a full day’s hike; there will be no places to purchase refreshments en route

Other Essentials: Although we plan to finish within daylight hours, carrying a small torch or head torch is advisable for emergencies

Who Can Attend

Anyone, well behaved dogs are welcome but must be kept under close control at all times, please indicate on your booking if you will be bringing a dog

Health Precautions: If you have any health conditions that might impact your participation, please inform us in advance. Carry any required medications, and let the walk leader know if assistance may be needed in accessing them

Covid-19: Please do not attend if you feel unwell or have Covid-19 symptoms

BMC Participation Statement

The BMC recognises that climbing, hill walking and mountaineering are activities with a danger of personal injury or death. Participants in these activities should be aware of and accept these risks and be responsible for their own actions and involvement

Photographs may be taken by the leader for future communications about the programme. If you do not wish for your photograph to be taken please let the leader know in advance or at the start of the walk

By participating in this walk you agree to act in a kind and inclusive manner. Bullying, discrimination or the use of foul language will not be tollerated

Questions

Feel free to contact Ian: i.pickering@hotmail.co.uk