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Evening light on the lovely Dales village of Kettlewell, Upper Wharfedale in the Yorkshire Dales NP

🌿 Kettlewell Walk: Explore Scenic Littondale and Wharfedale Valleys

🌄 This brand-new Kettlewell walk is now live on my website and it’s a cracking route through the stunning Yorkshire Dales. Starting in the lovely village of Kettlewell, it takes you across two beautiful valleys—Wharfedale and Littondale—passing places like Hawkswick and Arncliffe along the way. You’ll walk beside rivers, head up onto open hillsides, and enjoy a mix of peaceful trails, historic spots, and classic Yorkshire views. It’s a really varied walk with loads to enjoy from start to finish.

🧭 The full route is 9 miles and takes around 5 hours to complete, with a total climb of 536 metres. There are two good ascents along the way that will definitely test your stamina—especially the steep climb out of Arncliffe towards Brayshaw Scar. You’ll find all the details on the walk page, including full step-by-step directions and route stats. There are also handy tools like interactive maps and GPX downloads linked directly from the page.

🏞️ Kettlewell sits right in the heart of the Dales and is full of charm. The River Wharfe runs through the village, and the surrounding landscape is classic Yorkshire—green fields, dry stone walls, and rugged hills. There’s plenty of history here too, from old lime kilns and lead mines to the remains of mediaeval terracing. Keep an eye out for St Mary’s Church and the village stocks, and if you’re visiting in summer, the famous scarecrow festival adds a splash of fun.

📸 This Kettlewell walk is packed with brilliant views and photo-worthy moments. You’ll pass the restored lime kiln at Knipe Scar, take in wide open views over Littondale, and enjoy peaceful riverside paths along the Skirfare and Wharfe. Highlights include St Oswald’s Church, the Falcon Inn, and sweeping views of Buckden Pike and Great Whernside. There are old stone packhorse bridges and some lovely woodland paths that really add to the atmosphere.

🚶‍♂️ If you’re after a walk that’s got a bit of everything—views, history, rivers, villages, and energetic climbs—this Kettlewell walk is well worth a look. It’s a classic Yorkshire Dales route that shows off the best of the area.

The River Wharfe at Kettlewell, Yorkshire Dales National Park.