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Free Event | Health & Wellbeing | Nature | Outdoor

A Dales High Way Walk – Saltaire to Ilkley

22 May 2025

10:00 - 15:00

Victoria Hall, Saltaire

Walk the first 8 miles of the 90 mile long distance trail A Dales High Way from Saltaire to Ilkley returning by public transport.
This walk is one of the 25 walks selected for Bradford on Foot and will be led by Friends of A Dales High Way.

Meet outside Victoria Hall, Saltaire at 10am on Thursday May 22nd to follow the canal towpath to Hirst Lock, climb through Trench Woods onto Shipley Glen and out onto Rombalds Moor with great long distance views into Airedale and Wharfedale before a steep descent to Ilkley where walkers can catch a train back to Shipley, Bradford or Leeds (fare payable).

This is a strenuous walk with some long climbs and steep rocky descents. The moors are open and exposed. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear for a day on the moors and bring a packed lunch and drinks.

Age Guidance
Not suitable for unaccompanied children. No dogs please.

Ticket Information

General FREE. Train fare payable to return from Ilkley

Venue Details

Victoria Hall, Saltaire

Victoria Hall
BD18 3JS

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