Ladies Riggs and Ashfoldside Trail

Explore the contrasting landscapes and fascinating heritage of Upper Nidderdale through this engaging walk.

Explore the contrasting landscapes and fascinating heritage of Upper Nidderdale through this engaging walk.

Paul Skirrow

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Ladies Riggs and Ashfoldside Trail

Explore the contrasting landscapes and fascinating heritage of Upper Nidderdale through this engaging walk.

Location Map

SE157655

W3W:///polished.braved.hobbyists

Upper Nidderdale is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. This engaging walk around Ladies Riggs and Ashfoldside is one of a series of trails offering the chance to enjoy the contrasting landscapes and fascinating heritage that make Upper Nidderdale such a special place. Along this route you will walk through the abandoned industrial landscape around Prosperous Smelt Mill, enjoy the secluded beauty of Ashfoldside Beck and take in the atmospheric Ladies Riggs and Bale Bank.

Information

5.5miles / 8.9km

2hrs 30min

Overlays on/off

Ladies Riggs and Ashfoldside route Ladies Riggs and Ashfoldside route

Additional Information

Toilets

Public toilets facilities in available in Pateley Bridge.

Is This Right For You?

This is a moderate route with tarmac roads, gravel tracks, fields and footbridges. Stiles and gates feature throughout the walk. Walking boots are advisable as some parts of the trail can be wet, muddy and rough underfoot.

Parking

Pay and Display car parking available in Pateley Bridge.

Dog Walking

Please be a responsible dog owner. Keep your dog on a lead at all times, especially around livestock and on the moor, where there are ground nesting birds. From March to July, use a short lead. Remember to clean up after your dog.

Refreshments

There are a number of refreshment facilities in Pateley Bridge.