Loop - Kettlewell & Arncliffe - Pub & Swim - 7mi/11km

Start Time: 11:20am (as soon as the bus arrives)
Miles/Kilometres: 7mi/11km (Approx)
Total ascent: 500m (Approx)
Difficulty: Moderate/Easy
Estimated length of time: ~6 hours (including a lunch break)
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Public Transport: YES! The 875 (route) bus from Leeds at 09:20. The return bus leaves at 17:35 from Kettlewell - timetable here
Parking: I recommend parking in the National Park carpark, just as you enter Kettlewell on the left
Payment: £1 for the walk - Use this link to pay - https://settleup.starlingbank.com/jamiepope1?amount=1.00- please put "kettlewell" as reference.

Overview
Come join me on one of my favourite walks in the Yorkshire Dales!

Starting in the idyllic village of Kettlewell, we'll head up over the moors with magical views down into Littondale, before descending to the charming village of Arncliffe, where we'll stop at the Falcon Inn for a drink — grab a quick bite if you like, or tuck into anything you've brought along. From there we follow the River Skirfare through the valley, passing through Hawkswick before heading back up over the moors — this time with sweeping views down Wharfedale — and descending back into Kettlewell. We'll finish with a dip in the River Wharfe, then ice cream and drinks at the pub — or bring your own food and drink to enjoy by the river! If the weather's good we'll aim to be back in Kettlewell around 4:30pm, giving us a good hour to enjoy the river and/or pub before the end of the day!

A couple of things to note:

• 🌦️ Weather: The itinerary is quite weather-dependent. If it's a miserable day I'll look to tweak the route and times accordingly.
• 🏊 Swimming: If it's good enough for a dip, I'll send a message beforehand as a reminder to bring your swimming stuff — if you want!
• 🚶 Pace: This will be more of a leisurely walk — so there will be plenty of time to take it all in!
• 🚌 Bus: Kettlewell is accessible via the 875 (route) bus from Leeds, Ilkley, York and in-between — timetable here.

Disclaimers
The walk organisers do not have training or insurance. Therefore, anyone who joins the walk is accountable for their own safety and anyone they bring with them. By signing up you accept this.
Check the weather (on multiple websites) before leaving your residence. Bring clothing & footwear suitable for the forecast. We advise you to bring walking boots for any medium or harder walk. Trainers are only recommended for leisurely and easy walks. Bring a coat just in case (this is Britain after all...) and extra layers if it is going to be cold.
All proceeds go towards equipment for leading walks, group events & trips. A percentage will go to charities.
Bring a packed lunch and snacks. Bring enough food & water to last the estimated time.
We recommend bringing some cash just in case. Especially if parking. Not everywhere is contactless yet.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the walks organiser.