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

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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

Leaving the car park we follow good paths along the side of the reservoir before following the River Washburn along the valley. We will then have a steady climb as we make our way via Timble over to Blubberhouses. Finally we return to the car park on good paths by Fewston Reservoir. The middle section of this walk is across fields and through woodland which will probably be wet and muddy in places. 

No dogs

 

 

Saturday, 29 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:15 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
198.1m / 650ft
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 to just turn up but please always double check the website for any updates.

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 18663 53675
Nearest postcode:
LS21 2NP
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Start time:
10:00 am

Swinsty Reservoir car park ( the one with toilets) Pay and Dispaly £3 for 6 hours card or app

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