York Ramblers Tuesday Walkers - PATELEY BRIDGE PLOD

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Overview

You are welcome to join the York Ramblers Tuesday Walkers for a circular walk from Pateley Bridge along the Nidderdale Way with wonderful views across Nidderdale (weather permitting).

On leaving Pateley Bridge we cross the River Nidd then head W up to the Nidderdale Way and follow it to the disused mine workings near Providence House. After crossing Ashfold Side Beck, we continue following the Nidderdale Way past Spring House to Heathfield then on to Spring Hill and down to Wath Bridge. Crossing the Bridge over the River Nidd we then return to Pateley Bridge along the River Banks on the Six Dales Trail / Nidderdale Way.

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

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

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 335.3m / 1100ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://yorkramblers.org.uk

Distance to travel from the centre of York – 32.7 miles (1hr 5mins) via Knaresborough on A59 & B6165 (per AA Route Planner).
Car sharing by private arrangement is encouraged.
Registered assistance dogs only with the prior consent of the Walk Leader as some fields are likely to contain livestock.
Parking – Nidd Walk long stay car park (£1.90 CASH ONLY)
Public Toilets – Nidd Walk short stay car park, Pateley Bridge (free).
Terrain – footpaths, bridleway and short sections on usually quiet minor roads. Note: some muddy sections in parts of the walk are possible following wet weather.
Stiles – given the location of the walk a few stiles are to be expected.
Walk distance and ascent as per OS Maps.
Refreshments – post walk: you are welcome to join us in Wildings Riverside Café, Pateley Bridge.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 15950 65383
Nearest postcode:: HG3 5NN
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Meeting Point - Nidd Walk Long Stay Car Park, Pateley Bridge

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