Pateley to Brimham

Harrogate Group

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Overview

Starting from Pateley Bridge the route follows the river Nidd to Glasshouses and then gradually climbs to Brimham Rocks, where there are toilets. The return route goes through Smelthouses and down to the Nidd which is then followed back to Pateley.

No dogs.

Saturday, 7 March 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:: 281.9m / 925ft
Type:: circular

If you intend joining the walk a text would be appreciated just in case of any last minute changes. However you are still welcome just to turn up but please always double check the website for any updates.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 15977 65350
Nearest postcode:: HG3 5NA
what3words:: represent.gathers.stables

Start time:: 10:00 am

Nidd Walk Car Park, pay and display - cash only

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