Hounds & Healing: A Bronte Country Walk for All
Join us for a leisurely walk through the beautiful Bronte Country with your furry friends, promoting mental and physical well-being for all
Date and time
Location
Dimples Lane
Dimples Lane Haworth BD22 United KingdomGood to know
Highlights
- 1 hour
- ALL AGES
- In person
- Free venue parking
Refund Policy
About this event
Welcome to Hounds & Healing: A Bronte Country Walk for All!
Step into the stunning Bronte countryside for a gentle, restorative walk designed for both you and your four-legged companions. Set in the beautiful Penistone Country Park, this 1.6-mile route offers the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect with nature, and enjoy quality time with fellow dog lovers.
Whether you're seeking a peaceful break from daily life, wanting to socialise your dog, or simply looking to explore the breathtaking landscapes that inspired the Bronte sisters, this walk promises a memorable experience for all.
What Makes This Walk Special?
- Small, intimate group - Maximum 10 participants for a personal experience
- Dog-friendly focus - Specially designed for well-socialised dogs
- A led by Richard Pierce from True North Collective with full safety protocols
- Stunning scenery - Explore the iconic Bronte countryside
- Fully insured - Complete public liability coverage for peace of mind
Important Booking Information
🐕 For Dog Owners
- Pre-booking essential - Only 5 dogs maximum allowed
- Dogs must be well-socialized and comfortable with other dogs
- Leads required in certain areas for safety
- Owners responsible for waste disposal (spare bags provided)
👥 Age & Accessibility Guidelines
- Recommended age: 13 years and over
- Terrain: Uneven, sometimes muddy paths with some hills
- Not suitable for: Significant mobility issues or wheelchairs
- Important: Please research the route beforehand to ensure suitability
🎒 What to Bring
- Footwear: Sturdy, waterproof walking boots/shoes
- Clothing: Weather-appropriate layers, waterproofs if rain forecast
- Essentials: Water for you and your dog, any personal medication
- Optional: Walking pole, hat, sunscreen
Meeting Point & Directions
Meet at: First small car park on Dimples Lane (when approaching from Haworth and West Lane)
Nearest Postcode: BD22 9RH
Full Address: Top of Dimples Lane, BD22 0ES
Safety & Peace of Mind
Your safety is our priority. This walk includes:
- Fully briefed walk leader by organiser of the Keighley Walking Festival.
- Comprehensive risk assessment completed
- Emergency procedures in place
- Weather monitoring - event may be cancelled if conditions are unsafe
- Mobile phone contact maintained throughout (please note signal is variable)
Health & Medical Considerations
- Participants responsible for their own fitness assessment
- Please bring any personal medication (inhalers, EpiPen, etc.)
- Emergency contact details required at booking
- First aid kit carried by walk leader
Booking Details
Price: Free, however if you wish to make a donation to True North Collective a local mental health community interest company you can do this via: https://truenorthcollective.co.uk/take-action
Spaces: Limited to 10 participants
Dogs: Maximum 5 (pre-booking only)
Cancellation: Weather-dependent
Contact Information
Walk Leader: Richard Pierce
Phone: 07941 288363
Email: richard.pierce@truenorthcollective.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Simply go to our website www.truenorthcollective.co.uk, or email richard.pierce@truenorthcollective.co.uk.
There are another two parking places a bit further up on Dimples Lane.
We welcome well-socialised dogs, but they should be comfortable and controllable around other dogs. If your dog gets overly excited or reactive, this may not be the best fit for the group's safety and enjoyment.
Puppies are welcome if they're fully vaccinated, lead-trained, and can comfortably walk 1.6 miles. Consider whether they'll cope with the distance and group setting.
Perfectly normal! We'll have regular stops, and waste bags are provided. Please clean up immediately to keep the countryside pristine.
Due to safety and group dynamics, we limit to one dog per person. This ensures everyone can properly control their pet and enjoy the experience.
The route includes uneven paths, some hills, and potentially muddy sections. It's suitable for regular walkers but not recommended for those with mobility issues or anyone uncomfortable on uneven ground.
Light rain won't stop us - we'll continue with appropriate waterproofs. However, if conditions become unsafe (heavy rain, strong winds, or poor visibility), we'll cancel and try to give advanced warning.
Yes, but please inform the walk leader. We'll ensure you know the route back to the car park safely.
Generally yes, but coverage can be very patchy in some parts of the walk. The walk leader carries a phone for emergencies.
Absolutely! Dog lovers without dogs are very welcome. It's a great way to enjoy time with furry friends if you can't have your own pet.
We need a minimum of 3 participants for the walk to go ahead. If numbers are too low, we'll contact you by 12PM on the day.
While children are welcome, we recommend ages 13+ due to the terrain and presence of dogs. Younger children need to be comfortable around dogs and able to walk the full distance safely.
If you can comfortably walk 1.6 miles on uneven ground and are generally active, you should be fine. The pace is leisurely with rest stops.
There are no facilities at the meeting point. We recommend using facilities before leaving home.
The walk leader carries emergency water, but please bring your own supply for you and your dog.
For weather-related cancellations, we'll let you know by 12PM on the day of the walk. If we cannot get a message through to you the walk leader will await at the start of walk just in case messages do not get through to you. For personal cancellations, please contact us at least 24 hours in advance.
Participants join at their own risk Public liability insurance in place Dogs must be pre-booked and well-socialised Minimum age recommendation: 13 years Weather-dependent event Emergency contact details required
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