Dent to Ribblehead - Settle-Carlisle Railway - 12mi/19.5km

Start Time: 10:45am (as soon as the train arrives)
Miles/Kilometres: 12mi/19.5km (Approx)
Total ascent: 750m (Approx)
Difficulty: Hard
Estimated length of time: 6 - 7 hours (including a lunch break)
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Public Transport: Yes, the 09:18 train from Leeds to Dent
Parking: I recommend parking at the end (in Ribblehead) and catching the 10:37 train 1 stop to Dent
Payment: £1 for the walk - Use this link to pay - https://settleup.starlingbank.com/jamiepope1?amount=1.00- please put "dent" as reference.

Overview
I'm planning to run a series of stop-to-stop walks along the Settle–Carlisle Railway, taking in some of the best scenery of the Yorkshire Dales. The idea is to start each stage further up the line, so anyone driving can park at the finish and hop on the Leeds train to the start.

Starting from Dent, the highest train station in England, we begin with a steep descent into Cowgill, before picking up the Dales Way and following the beautiful River Dee through the valley. We'll then join the Dales High Way for a slow and steady ascent up to Whernside — one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks and the highest point in Yorkshire — picking up the Three Peaks route to the summit, with sweeping views across the Dales on a clear day. From there we follow the route down and trace the foot of Whernside towards the iconic Ribblehead Viaduct, finishing with a well-earned stop at the Station Inn — cold drink in hand with views back across the dale to Whernside!

A couple of things to note:

• 🕐 Start time: We're starting a bit later and finishing later to make the most of the longer days — no need to rush, there's plenty of daylight to enjoy!
• 🌅 Summer Solstice: It's the night of the summer solstice — the longest day of the year! If the weather's decent I may camp at a campsite near the finish. If it's really good, wild camp on one of the tops to catch both the sunset and sunrise. Anyone is welcome to join for what could be a pretty special night!

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.
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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.