Brimham Rocks & Glasshouses village loop from Pateley Bridge
Brimham Rocks & Glasshouses village loop from Pateley Bridge
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Brimham Rocks & Glasshouses village loop from Pateley Bridge
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13.5km
260m
Hiking
Embark on a moderate 8.4-mile (13.5 km) hike through the scenic Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a journey that typically takes around 3 hours and 45 minutes. You will gain about 865 feet (264 metres) in elevation as you explore varied terrain, from tranquil riverside paths along the River…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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Nidderdale AONB
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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228 m
Pateley Bridge — Market Town
Highlight • Historical Site
Tip by
6.06 km
Brimham Rocks Visitor Centre
Highlight • Rest Area
Open daily from 11:00 - 16:00. Kiosk opening is sometimes shorter hours.
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6.31 km
Brimham Rocks
Highlight • Natural Monument
Tip by
11.4 km
Glasshouses Village and Lake
Highlight • Settlement
Tip by
13.5 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
5.86 km
3.05 km
2.29 km
1.61 km
635 m
Surfaces
4.82 km
3.29 km
2.29 km
2.07 km
632 m
339 m
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Elevation
Highest point (290 m)
Lowest point (110 m)
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Trail Reviews
Making the most of the spring sunshine with a very pleasant loop from Pateley Bridge. Starting with a pleasant amble alongside the River Nidd, the route gradually climbs through Smelthouses and High Wood to the weird and wonderful gritstone outcrop of Brimham Rocks. After a well-deserved ice cream, return to Pateley Bridge via the Nidderdale Way.
Parked at HG3 5NA (£1.80 charge for 24hrs) - take cash. Cafe nearby. Well marked paths. Start alongside the river Nidd woodland. Then uphill towards the amazing Brimham rocks. We spent about an hour on the rocks plus lunch break including ice creams from the shop. Brimham rocks were busy (popular family tourist area). Headed back, some ups and downs via the village and picked up some treats from the bakery. Moderate walk.
Had a dry sunny day for the hike but the paths were muddy but not slippy. Start point was the car park in Pateley Bridge (£1.80 per day). Made our way over to the spectacular National Trust Brimham Rocks which are a great place to visit as a family on their own. Then return through a woodland/ farmland walk. Most of the hike was flat with a little bit of elevation upon return. Breathtaking scenery with amazing autumn colours.