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Planning your visit
Our job is to look after this special landscape so we’re sorry we don’t have the...
Towns and Villages
Visiting
Nidderdale National Landscape is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, between Harrogate and the Yorkshire...
Towns and Villages
Connect with wildlife and nature
Hearing the haunting call of the curlew, seeing pockets of blanket bog on heather moorland, glimpsing...
Nature
Getting here
Whether you choose to travel by public transport or car, there are many ways for you...
visiting
Outdoor and active
The huge variety of scenery, historical landmarks and its geology make Nidderdale National Landscape a haven...
Towns and Villages
Cycling
Enjoy road and off-road cycling in Nidderdale National Landscape with everything from gentle jaunts to epic...
Towns and Villages
Fishing
Nidderdale’s scenic rivers and reservoirs offer some of the finest fishing opportunities in the Yorkshire Dales.
Water
Canoeing and kayaking
If you want a different view of Nidderdale’s spectacular landscape including the chance of seeing water-loving...
Water
Climbing
From the weird rock formations at Brimham to the spectacular limestone ravine at How Stean Gorge,...
Geology
Horse riding
With a network of 170km of bridleways criss-crossing the landscape, quiet lanes and equestrian facilities on...
Nature
Road cycling
While Nidderdale has some ferocious climbs that will challenge even the fittest of cyclists, there are...
Towns and Villages
Mountain and gravel biking
From flat gravel trails to technical lung-busting hilly routes, there are plenty of ways to venture...
Towns and Villages
Killer hill climbs for cyclists
Fancy a bit more of a cycling challenge? Nidderdale National Landscape has some fantastic ‘killer’ hill...
Towns and Villages
Gentle cycling
If you’re new to cycling, have a young family or would just prefer a short, quiet...
Towns and Villages
Walking
Looking for a good country walk? With 820km of public footpaths and bridleways, there are endless...
Towns and Villages
Southern Loop cycle route
This 39 mile (63km) route (with the option of an extra 4 miles (6km) each way to Ilkley) explores the southern...
Nature
Northern Loop cycle route
This 40 mile (65km) route explores the northern part of the national landscape including Pateley Bridge, Upper Nidderdale, Masham and some...
Towns and Villages
Tour of Nidderdale cycle route
This all-weather route explores Nidderdale valley, following stony tracks through farmland, small villages and past reservoirs.
Nature
Brimham Blast cycle route
This route offers spectacular views and challenging uphill and downhill sections.
Nature
Great Greenhow cycle route
Explore Greenhow area of the national landscape through this long cross country route with some prolonged climbs and epic views.
Nature
Brimham Loop cycle route
This cycling route explores woods and follows roads through Brimham Rocks offering stunning views of Nidderdale.
Nature
Gouthwaite circular cycle route
Explore Gouthwaite reservoir on bike following minor roads and good stone tracks.
Nature
Pateley Bridge – Glasshouses trail
Enjoy a riverside walk along the River Nidd, and see the history and natural beauty of this picturesque part of Nidderdale.
Towns and Villages
Pateley Bridge Millennium Green trail
Explore Pateley Bridge's Millennium Green and Recreation Ground on this short circular route.
Towns and Villages
Greenhow Geology Trail
Explore the geological history of the National Landscape on this route in Upper Nidderdale.
History and Heritage
Studfold Adventure Trail
A magical experience for all the family
Nature
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Masham
Located in the breathtakingly beautiful region of Lower Wensleydale, Masham is situated on the north-eastern edge of Nidderdale National Landscape, next...
Towns and Villages
Pateley Bridge
Situated on the edge of the River Nidd, in the heart of Nidderdale National Landscape, Pateley Bridge is a picturesque town...
Towns and Villages
Nidderdale Museum
Over 30,000 exhibits
History and Heritage
Nidderdale Llamas
Unique llama and alpaca experiences
Nature
Stump Cross Caverns
A fascinating limestone cave system
Geology
How Stean Gorge
An action-packed day out for all the family
Nature
Coldstones Cut
Yorkshire’s biggest and highest public artwork with spectacular views.
Dark Skies
Brimham Rocks
An amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations scattered over 50 acres of moorland owned by the National Trust.
Dark Skies
Swinton Estate
Owned by the Cunliffe-Lister family since the 1880s.
History and Heritage
Toft Gate Lime Kiln
Impressive remains of a lime kiln
History and Heritage
Hackfall
A beautiful Grade 1 listed woodland garden with follies, waterfalls and surprise views.
Nature
Tom Corner Trail
Explore this route across a rugged moorland to a waterfall.
Nature
Fountains Earth Moor Trail
Explore the bleak beauty of Fountains Earth Moor.
Nature
Nidderdale Greenway
Cycle and walking route connecting Harrogate and Ripley.
Towns and Villages
Stean Trail
This picturesque walk around Stean features tranquil woods, dramatic geology and traditional hay meadows.
Nature
Scotgate Ash Trail
This scenic walk through the now abandoned Scotgate Ash Quarry offers spectacular views across Nidderdale.
History and Heritage
Woodale Heritage Trail
This scenic walk around Woodale and Dale Edge offers the chance to enjoy the contrasting landscapes and fascinating heritage that make...
History and Heritage
Ladies Riggs and Ashfoldside Trail
Explore the contrasting landscapes and fascinating heritage of Upper Nidderdale through this engaging walk.
History and Heritage
Lindley Wood Reservoir
The oldest of the reservoirs in the Washburn Valley
Water
Swinsty Reservoir
Nestling in the Washburn Valley
Water
Fewston Reservoir
In the Washburn Valley
Water
Thruscross Reservoir
The highest reservoir in the Washburn Valley
Water
Angram Reservoir
Remote, wild and beautiful
Water
Whittaker’s Gin
Family business run from Harewell House Farm
Place
G & T’s Ice Cream Parlour
Artisan ice cream near Risplith
Place
Birchfield Ice Cream Farm
Cafe, ice cream parlour and family fun.
Place
Brymor Ice Cream Parlour
Handmade Yorkshire ice cream.
Place
Pateley Makers Yard
The King Street Workshops
Towns and Villages
Pillars Past
Carved by Pateley Bridge sculptor Joseph Hayton.
History and Heritage
Yorke’s Folly
A popular landmark near Pateley Bridge
History and Heritage
Druid’s Temple
An atmospheric folly near Masham
History and Heritage
Jervaulx Abbey
A captivating ruin steeped in history
History and Heritage
Washburn Heritage Centre
Celebrating the heritage of the Washburn Valley
History and Heritage
Toft Gate Heritage Trail
This scenic walk around Toft Gate offers a range of features from the industrial heritage of the area, to public art...
History and Heritage
Gouthwaite Reservoir
A nature reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest near Pateley Bridge.
Nature
Crackpots Mosaic Trail
This enjoyable trail around part of Dallowgill is illuminated with 22 mosaics depicting local scenes and flora and fauna.
History and Heritage
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal
A stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site.
History and Heritage
Scar House Reservoir
Discover the lost villages of Scar and Lodge
Water

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