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Bolton Abbey

Bolton Abbey Stepping Stones

Yorkshire And The Humber

Bolton Abbey

Bolton Abbey Stepping Stones

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Bolton Abbey Stepping Stones

Recommended by 158 hikers out of 167

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

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Location: Bolton Abbey, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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1. River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

11.8km

03:07

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Simon's Seat and The River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

18.4km

05:21

490m

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

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4.6

(20)

386

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3. Bolton Abbey Ruins – The Strid loop from Addingham

10.2km

02:44

130m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Tips

Dan Hobson

October 25, 2019

The iconic stepping stones across the River Wharfe to Bolton Abbey were once used as a crossing for lay workers coming to the priory. The 60 stones make for a fun crossing of the river these days. But if the water is too high, or if you just don’t fancy it, there is a bridge nearby. North of the stepping stones is a large beach area which can be enjoyed in good weather.

Josh

May 9, 2022

Some steps near the middle have bigger gaps, smaller children will not be able to cross.

Ken

March 21, 2019

Don’t attempt to cross when the river is wild.

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Elevation 120 m

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Location: Bolton Abbey, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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Bolton Abbey Stepping Stones

1. River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

2. Simon's Seat and The River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

3. Bolton Abbey Ruins – The Strid loop from Addingham

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