The Rose and Oak Way(route)
A route between Northampton (Rose) and Milton Keynes (Oak).
The way is almost a mirror of itself, regardless of which direction it is walked.
It starts at a train station, then follows the canals and waterways out of town, where the waterways widen and provide a haven for birds. The route then follows ancient rights of way through farmland, visiting small rural villages that have largely remained untouched for centuries. In the middle it passes through Salcey forest, with further opportunities for spotting wildlife.
Just as it started, the way then ends at a train station and a convenient way of return to your start location.
OHWC - Church Stretton (JSk walk)(route)
A linear walk with a gentle approach to the Long Mynd. Good paths and clear navigation all the way. Approx 12 miles and 1500ft ascent. Stunning views along much of the route. Great contrast between the farmland on the approach and the Long Mynd itself.
Huggate to Driffield(route)
A linear walk from the centre of the Yorkshire Wolds to it's 'Capital'.
Great views; gentle walking. Approximately five hours at decent pace.
Woolsbarrow Fort(route)
A walk to an ancient fort in the middle of Wareham Forest
Castleton to Dore Moor Inn(route)
This route takes in a variety of environments for the walker to pass over. If you want to make the walk shorter you can stop at the Fox House instead.
Bradwell to Totley(route)
This walk was provided by Sue Beardon.
There is a mixture of walking environments, including moorland, riverside and woodland along the route.
Chinley to Edale(route)
This walk offers both easy moorland walking and fine views, particularly on the descent to the Vale of Edale.
Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Kilnsey via Penyghent and Littondale(route)
Route starts from Horton-in-Ribblesdale station (first train weekdays arrives just before 10, earlier on Saturday - check nationalrail) and makes way up the Pennine Way to Penyghent. If you do not wish to do Penyghent take the Foxup Road at Hull Pot. On the top of Penyghent, follow the wall on the Inglebrough, Whernside side (i.e. NOT the summit side) onto Plover Hill - note that it is quite boggy around her but the cotton in July is beautiful. Leaving Plover Hill to join up with the Foxup Road requires a STEEP descent which needs care as the path is narrow and sandy and the drop is right next to it so take care. Once onto the Foxup road, the challenging parts of the walk are done. Follow the Foxup road down to Foxup and then take the riverside path to Litton through beautiful meadows which you will probably have to yourself. You may alternatively wish to consider the route to Beckermonds and Buckden instead of the Littondale excursion. At Nether Hesleden, do not go into the farmyard but down the furthest track which leads to a bridge. Continue on the footpath and take the shprt detour to Litton. There is a lovely spot for picnics by the river (although the river is not always there). Return to the main footpath and head for Arncliffe, taking care on the stony, root filled path on one section. In Arncliffe you can either wander through the village to the church or take the bridleway on your left when you meet the road and cross the bridge. The footpath to Hawkswick is found by heading for the rectory next to the church and taking the path to the left. This is a beautiful riverside path which is very much like Wharfedale. At the end of the path cross the footbridge and walk on the quiet road to Skirfare Bridge. At this point there is a distinct lack of footpaths and to get to the bus stop at Kilnsey you have to walk on the main road. (Buses to Skipton/Ilkey every 2 hours Mon-Sat, last bus 17:20) There are a number of alternatives at this point. 1/ You could climb over the moors at Hawkswick to Kettlewell 2/ The bus stops on demand in this area and you could stop it by the conference centre a couple of hundred yards after Skirfare Bridge. A beautiful, quiet days walking in a underrated dale. If you wish to do the walk by public transport then I would suggest doing the route in this direction on a Saturday and getting the early train to Horton-in-Ribblesdale (this would allow more time for stopping off). If you want to do it on a weekday then my suggestion would be to do the route in reverse as there are later public transport connections from Horton-in-Ribblesdale.
