Eccup Reservoir and Harewood House

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Overview

An undulating walk around the reservoir to reach where they film Emmerdale. We carry on walking around Harewood House grounds before having our lunch stop at "Muddy Boots Cafe. We will then walk back to Eccup Reservoir.

Saturday, 17 January 2026

Start time:: 9:45 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

We will hopefully see a deer or two. The walk has good paths but may be muddy in parts. Please bring a drink and a sandwich. You should be able to purchase a hot drink at "Muddy Boots".

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 30411 40712
Nearest postcode:: LS17 7SB
what3words:: tested.silly.craft

Start time:: 9:45 am

Meet Sand Moor Golf Club, Alwoodley Ln, Leeds, Yorkshire LS17 7DJ.

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