If you’re keen to make the most of this pretty season, there are a wealth of wonderful waking spots across Yorkshire to explore, from the hilly dales to the woodland trails. So pull on your walking boots, wrap up warm and hit the trails of these 11 locations around the county.
7. Meanwood Valley Trail
This seven mile linear walk runs from Meanwood Valley through to Breary Marsh, next to Golden Acre Park, meandering through pretty woodland along a relatively flat route, fit for all abilities. Photo: Shutterstock
8. Forge Valley Woods
This stunning nature reserve sits nestled on the banks of the River Derwent in the North York Moors National Park, with walkers able to follow an easy two-mile linear route through the woods. Photo: Shutterstock
9. Gordale Scar and Malham Cove
An eight mile circular walk from Malham takes in plenty of picturesque sites along the way, initially passing by Janet’s Foss before climbing up Gordale Scar, on to Malham Tarn and down the dry valley before reaching the limestone top of Malham Cove. Photo: Shutterstock
10. Harewood House
There are more than 100 acres of gardens to explore in the grounds of this attractive stately home, including the Bird Gardens, where you can see exotic species including penguins, owls, flamingos and parrots. Photo: Shutterstock
11. Haworth to Hebden Bridge
Passing through beautiful countryside along an eight mile route, this walk starts in Penistone Hill Country Park near Haworth and heads south, passing Lower Laither and Leeshaw Reservoirs, Lumb Hole Waterfall and Hardcastle Crags along the way. Photo: Shutterstock