Ripley, Hampsthwaite and Swarcliffe Top

Wetherby Walking Group

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Overview

Following the Nidderdale Way to Hampsthwaite, then ascending to Swarcliffe Top and then descending to Birstwith. After this we walk by the side of the River Nidd for a while before returning to Ripley.

Note: We use a booking system in case of last-minute changes to the walk details or for Illness, weather or car parking etc. Please book a place by contacting David Smith on 07713 885184, or via email (davidjsmith@outlook.com). Although we do accept walkers on the day.

Sorry no dogs

Sunday, 8 June 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:: 185.9m / 610ft
Type:: circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 28422 60346
Nearest postcode:: HG3 3AZ
what3words:: label.stooping.bossy

Start time:: 10:30 am

Use the Pay and display CP in Ripley Meet by the Toilet Block in the main CP

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