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View of Kettlewell – River Wharfe at Kettlewell loop from Hawkswick

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United Kingdom
England
Yorkshire And The Humber
Hawkswick

View of Kettlewell – River Wharfe at Kettlewell loop from Hawkswick

Hard

4.9

(8)

54

hikers

View of Kettlewell – River Wharfe at Kettlewell loop from Hawkswick

05:02

15.6km

520m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

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1

802 m

River Skirfare Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

One of the few crossings over the river when walking in this area

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3.78 km

Little Wood

Forest

4.87 km

old mine workings?

Archaeological Site

4

5.38 km

Approach to Birks Fell

Highlight • Natural

Follow the dry stone wall all the way to Birks Fell.

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5

6.35 km

View of the Meander of the River Wharfe

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A wonderful section of path to walk, high above the river with views all around on a good day, some fantastic spots for photos and to stop and have a bite to eat.

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6

7.36 km

This charming bridge spans the River Wharfe and is supported by clusters of old stones. In summer it’s the perfect spot for a paddle or a picnic along the scenic riverbanks.

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7

8.72 km

View of Kettlewell

Highlight • Viewpoint

8

10.5 km

River Wharfe at Kettlewell

Highlight • River

9

10.7 km

Blue Bell Inn, Kettlewell

Highlight • Settlement

Great pub lunch

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10

10.8 km

Kettlewell Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

Small footbridge over Kettlewell Beck

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11.8 km

Knipe

Forest

B

15.6 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.32 km

4.84 km

2.59 km

2.11 km

533 m

219 m

Surfaces

5.98 km

3.35 km

2.21 km

1.94 km

1.24 km

804 m

101 m

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Highest point (510 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

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Thursday 8 October

14°C

7°C

91 %

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