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Day 58: Hayworth to Thornton-in-Craven
Today was a longer walk, so we paced ourselves with stops to enjoy the snacks we purchased in Haworth before the long climb back on to the moors.…
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Day 57: Hebden Bridge to Haworth
Leaving Hebden Bridge, having replenished our supply of snacks, we climbed steeply out of the valley, up rocky tree covered slopes. We crossed farmland before finally joining the…
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Day 56: Kirklees to Hebden Bridge
Today was sunny again, and an easy day’s walking. We left our hotel, from which there were panoramic views over the Yorkshire Dales, dotted with small villages and…
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Day 55: Holmfirth to Kirklees
Another short walk today, in bright sunshine all day. We climbed steeply out of Holmfirth and then our route was a mix of pastures and woodland until we…
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Day 54: Rest Day
We enjoyed our stay in Millside Cottage, a four storey terraced house, with one room on each floor! We were fortunate to be provided with a washing machine,…
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Day 53: Flouch to Holmfirth
We had a shorter walk today, but because there were plenty of up and down climbs, it didn’t feel like it! We are still walking on the Alternative…
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Day 52: Ladybower to Flouch
We set off later than usual, as breakfast wasn’t available until 9.00 a.m. (David was pleased though!) We continue to walk on the Alternative Pennine Way. It was…
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Day 51: Froggatt to Ladybower
What a lovely day! We were not impressed when we woke to drizzle and the prospects of a cloudy day, but brightened when Kathryn, her friend David, and…
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Day 50: Bakewell to Froggatt
A short day today, so we left late, and had a leisurely stroll through Bakewell. We found a Cotswold shop, and had a browse. David bought some wax…
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Day 49: Biggin to Bakewell
Today started cloudy with quite a strong wind, but was good walking weather. We set off over fields, soon joining green lanes and bridle paths, which were less…
WALKING WITH GRAMPY 