Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2025

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44 m

Hebden Village

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 Tea Room, Hebden

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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3.04 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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3.13 km

The Red Lion Hotel, Burnsall

Country pub and hotel. Great for a pint after the walk.

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3.76 km

River Wharfe near Burnsall

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

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4.17 km

Low Banks Plantation

Forest

4.53 km

High Banks Plantation

Forest

4.87 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge

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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4.96 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge on the River Wharfe

A particularly gorgeous part of the walk on the northern banks of River Wharf between Hebden Mill and Grassington, which is also a part of the Dales Way trail. The …

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8.42 km

Grassington Village

Grassington is a pretty village set within the stunning scenery of Upper Wharfedale. There are pubs, cafes and shops in the village, which has a rich history stretching back to the 12th century.

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13.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.36 km

4.88 km

1.38 km

1.36 km

679 m

Surfaces

5.14 km

4.24 km

1.92 km

1.41 km

619 m

331 m

Elevation

Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

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Hebden Suspension Bridge – Grassington Village loop from Hebden

Hebden Village

The Old School Tea Room, Hebden

Burnsall Bridge

The Red Lion Hotel, Burnsall

River Wharfe near Burnsall

Hebden Suspension Bridge

Hebden Suspension Bridge on the River Wharfe

Grassington Village

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