Burnsall Bridge – Hebden Suspension Bridge loop from Hebden

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Hebden

Burnsall Bridge – Hebden Suspension Bridge loop from Hebden

Moderate

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Burnsall Bridge – Hebden Suspension Bridge loop from Hebden

00:37

5.52km

80m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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44 m

Hebden Village

Highlight • Cafe

A small village a short way from the River Wharfe and the Dalesway footpath. There is an excellent cafe, The Old School House, which is well worth a visit.

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180 m

The Old School Tearoom, Hebden

Highlight • Cafe

This is a fantastic place to stop at for some food and drink on your walk. Rather obviously (from the tearoom's name), this used to be a school. It dates …

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2.02 km

Burnsall Village

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful village. Pub and café. Great coffee and sandwiches.

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2.74 km

After heavy rain in the Yorkshire Dales, the River Wharfe swells as it rushes through Burnsall Bridge in Lower Wharfedale. The Grade II-listed packhorse bridge dates from the 17th century and was restored in the 19th century.

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3.40 km

River Wharfe near Burnsall

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wild swimming can be fun when the river isn't flowing as fast.

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3.61 km

Loup Scar

Highlight • Natural Monument

Halfway between Burnsall and Hebden on the River Wharfe is this very dramatic limestone gorge called Loup Scar. I'd suggest you slow down your run to look at it - …

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4.51 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Hebden Suspension Bridge was built by local blacksmith William Bell and opened in September 1885. The bridge rocks a little as you walk over it, and is quite narrow, resulting in a fun crossing of the River Wharfe.

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