Knaresborough Castle to Ripley Castle walk

Friday 11th October 2024

Knaresborough Castle to Ripley Castle walk

Can a 9 mile walk be an easy one, well yes this probably is although others may think its beyond easy, so I'll classify this one as Easy/Moderate to be on the safe side.

A walk that I've fancied doing for some time now, and as Paul who is recovering from a knee operation wanted a nice, gentle build up before heading for the lakes again, this one seemed to fit the bill.

It certainly did, a gentle stroll alongside the river through Nidd Gorge and half the walk done on an old railway line, perfectly flat and solid ground with a pub half way and then one at the end - Couldn't have wanted it better for Paul.

The weather helped and the beer was good too - so all round a good day out.

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Distance: 9.3 miles
Duration: 3:30 hours
Ascent: 988 ft
Difficulty: Easy/Moderate
Accompanied By: Paul
Weather: Dry with Sunny Intervals

3D outline of route

Parking