Nidderdale Way

author: Beth Rimmer
The Yorkshire Dales is a famously beautiful part of northern England, but Nidderdale is perhaps the least known of the valleys. This unique dale has three large reservoirs formed by damming the River Nidd. It boasts impressive natural features such as Brimham Rocks, Guise Cliff and How Stean Gorge, and it's rich in human heritage, from mining to textile mills.

This 54-mile waymarked circuit starts and ends in the market town of Pateley Bridge, and can be walked comfortably over four to six days. The book is lavishly illustrated with over 95 colour photos and has all you need to plan and enjoy your walking holiday including the following:

Concise navigation directions printed on rainproof paper.
Sixteen pages with detailed route mapping at 1:45,000 scale
Background on the River Nidd, minerals and textiles.
A four-page section on habitats and wildlife.
Contact details for accommodation and transport.
Link routes from Ripon and Knaresborough.

The book gives suggestions for four, five and six day itineraries but the route is divided into four stages in the text each beginning with a panel giving distance, terrain, grade, food and drink options, and a short route summary. These stages are as follows:
Pateley Bridge to Middlesmoor - 14.7 miles
Middlesmoor to Bewerley - 11.7 miles
Bewerley to Ripley - 13.4 miles
Ripley to Pateley Bridge - 14.2 miles

Link Routes
Ripon to Ripley - 10.7 miles
Knaresborough to Ripley - 6.1 miles

ISBN 9781913817152 Pages 72 (2023) 130mm x 220mm

This Harvey Route Map shows the entire Nidderdale Way on one fold out sheet. At a scale of 1:40,000 the map has excellent detail and ensures accurate navigation. The path is clearly marked and is identified as following a track, path, or not visible on the ground. It also covers sufficient area to obtain a clear understanding of the surrounding terrain along the route. The map shows the National Grid to aid referencing, is GPS compatible and includes a full legend.

A brief introduction and description of the route is included, together with directions on how to get to the start and attractions along the way. There are enlargements of important towns and villages showing facilities available. The map is printed on waterproof paper and has an additional protective plastic sleeve.

ISBN 9791851373924 (2002) folded 116mm x 245mm