History, Mystery, Hills and Gills - yorkshire dales guided walk
Enjoy what must be one of the most scenic ascents of any mountain in England up the waterfall filled slopes of Buckden Gill, including a couple of short scrambles to get round the bigger cascades, to reach the atmospheric ruins of Buckden Lead Mine. Here your guide will tell you about the mystery of ‘Buckden Bill’ as well as the history of the mine itself before a last pull up to the summit of Buckden Pike.
Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy while taking in the stunning views over much of the Dales (and further on a clear day) before visiting the nearby war memorial, erected to commemerate the Polish airmen whose bomber crashed into the hillside during a snowstorm in 1942. Find out the story of the lone survivor before descending back into Wharfedale along ancient ‘green lanes’. Stop in the pretty village of Starbotton and consider a well-earned drink at the village pub before finishing the day with a gentle stroll along the banks of the River Wharfe back to Buckden.
Online bookings can be made until 48 hours before the start of the walk. For last minute bookings please send us an email or give us a call!
Summary
Starting Point: Buckden (National Park car park - charges apply)
Distance: 7.5 miles (12km, ascent 550m)
Difficulty: 4/5 (fairly challenging)
Terrain: Narrow paths and short (straightforward) scrambles along the gill to ascend Buckden Pike, peat moorland, broad tracks, farmland and riverside on the return.
Duration: 6.5 hours, including a picnic lunch and a drink in the pub.
Group size: This is a private trip which can be booked for between 1 and 6 people.
Cost: £120 for a group of up to six people (food and drink not included)
What’s Included
Private guided walk in the Yorkshire Dales.
A qualified walking guide who will lead the walk and provide insight into the area and landscape that you will cover. Find out more about your guide, Matt, here.
Pre-trip planning to cover what to bring, any questions about the walk etc.
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