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Willances Leap and the River Swale

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Overview

A climb up to Willance's Leap monument where Willance and his horse fell off the crag. He lost his horse and his leg.  Followed by a ramble beside the River Swale.  Excellent views of Swaledale

Sunday, 8 February 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
344m / 1129ft
Type:
circular

Richmond - Willances Leap - Green Lane - Round Howe - Mercury Bridge - Richmond

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 16765 01162
Nearest postcode:
DL10 4UN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Nun's Close Car Park Hurgill Road Richmond Fee £5.90 all day

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