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A hidden gem and interesting story behind the construction of the Temple. Beautiful views and an interesting undulating walk through stunning countryside.

the drive to the temple was well worth it. You will find a cafe, and family area, before a short walk up to the temple. the set up of the rock formations is mind blowing, but very interesting. a big tick for me to visit again.

The bridge over the River Burn here was installed in 2000 (otherwise, it would've been paddling through the water, I expect!), which is useful. This valley of the River Burn is very beautiful, with the heathery slopes all around you. A shooting house overlooks the bridge, perched up on a little hill above the track.

A picturesque footbridge over the peacefully flowing River Burn. This river has its source above Colsterdale and goes later to join the River Ure near Masham.

The Dale Edge trail runs along the northern hill of the upper Nidderdale valley above the river Nidd. It's a wide off-road trail that's great for running while taking in the views. Heading up the valley or west, the views are over Scar House Reservoir and its valley. Running east or down the valley offers views south down the Nid Valley towards Gouthwaite Reservoir.

Work was started on the Leighton reservoir in 1908 but due to the war and various setbacks it wasn’t officially completed until 1941. It provides water for the surrounding area and helps maintain the levels in the river Ure. The Swinton Estate own the land around the reservoir and stock it for fishing.

This isn't an actual temple, it's a 19th century folly created to provide employment for local people by the wealthy landowner William Danby. It's styled as a smaller version of Stone Henge and although only 200 years old it's still atmospheric and worth a visit.

Fantastic views down the valley leading to Scar house and Roundhill Reservoir.

This was the perfect spot for lunch on this walk, just over halfway round and after the climb. This is an interesting place, my kids loved exploring it and we stayed about an hour before moving on.

A quirky folly which is not a druid’s temple. It was built by the landowner during a time of hardship for the people of the village to give them some work to earn money.

Traditional English pub for a well earned 🍺

Great place for food and refreshment. Big carpark makes it a great place to start your tour.

Amazing nineteenth century folly.Styled after stone circles and well known prehistoric monuments such as Stonehenge. The Druids Temple was built to alleviate local unemployment, allowing William Danby, a wealthy landowner of the time to pay workers a shilling a day for their labour. At less than 200 years old, it is nonetheless an atmospheric and intriguing location. Despite its origin being common knowledge, myths and rumours of mystic practices have sprung up over its lifetime with tales of Devil worship and harrowing frights experienced by those who have spent the night. It's a bit spooky even in daylight hours!

Starts of with a steep pinch and and fairly quickly surface deteriorated to a mix of rock garden and multiple line choices

Nice little pool for a mid ride dip

Park and have a post-walk pint at the fantastic Cover Bridge Inn nearby.