Description
A gentler landscape in North Yorkshire.
Nidderdale offers river valleys, reservoirs, rock formations, and historic sites that provide many opportunities for day trips. The book focuses on short walks through this distinctive landscape. It offers a clear selection for visitors who want to explore the area without working through a large regional guide to the whole of Yorkshire or every hiking option in the national park.
Fifteen walks, each with a different experience to offer.
The selection covers both natural stretches and landscapes with clear traces of history. The short distances make the walks easy to fit in alongside other plans, while the variety offers something new to choose from over several days. You can prioritize rivers, views, villages, or historic sites, depending on where you are based and what your walking companions want to experience that day.
Maps and practical details for each route.
Ordnance Survey maps and numbered points are linked to the route descriptions, making the directions easy to follow. Information on parking, facilities, and refreshment options supports planning. GPX files can be downloaded from the publisher as a digital supplement, while photos and descriptions of highlights make it easier to compare the walks before deciding.
For short walking days with room for breaks.
The guide suits regular walkers who want a manageable selection rather than long mountain stages. Surfaces and gradients do vary, though, and some paths may be wet after rain. Use the descriptions to choose a suitable route according to your preferred style of walking and the conditions, and consider building in time to take a closer look at the places that give the valley its character along the way.
A long tradition of hiking guides.
Cicerone has published guidebooks since 1969. The publisher emerged among climbers and mountaineers who wanted to share thorough knowledge of their routes – a tradition that still characterizes these compact books for walking, trekking, and other outdoor experiences.
About this edition.
Author: Jon Fallis. English language. 96 pages. First edition, published in 2023. ISBN 9781786311542.
