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Take a Hike Group

We are the Take a Hike Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A fantastic varied walk in a stunning environment. 

Within the walk we will go beyond the main routes to really escape and recharge our batteries. 

We will meet at the Cavendish Pavillion. There is a car park there. Tickets are purchased from a booth on entry.

We ascend Simons Seat and do an additional loop. 

Please allow time to get to the walk start, there are delays and roadworks in Ilkley. 

Hills, moors fields and tracks.

Sorry no dogs on this walk due to cattle.

Please consider car sharing/ offering a lift if appropriate for the environment. 

 

 

Friday, 3 April 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:
562.4m / 1845ft
Type:
circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 07156 53946
Nearest postcode:
BD23 6EY
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menu.ruffling.coherent
Start time:
10:30 am

We will meet at the Cavendish Pavillion in Bolton Abbey. There are toilets there.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking