From Sean Bean to Yorkshire puddings, God’s Own Country is known far and wide for its amazing history and culture as well as the beauty of its national parks and countryside. Experts at outdoor footwear brand SCARPA have rounded up 12 of the best walks and outdoor activities in Yorkshire.
7. Kitesurfing at Cayton Bay
At Cayton Bay near Scarborough, surfers and kitesurfers alike can enjoy some of the best waves in the area, as well as plenty of flat spots. And, thanks to its reef break rather than a shore break, those looking to enjoy kite-surfing can enjoy much cleaner sets.
8. Caving in Nidderdale
Caving is one of the best ways to enjoy the natural beauty of Yorkshire’s national parks. Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Yorkshire Dales, offers a range of caving experiences. Adventurists who visit Nidderdale’s How Stean Gorge can enjoy the horizontal and vertical underground trails that will see you wading through water, scaling underground waterfalls and sliding through mud.
9. Hang-Gliding over Wensleydale Valley
Hang-gliding is a recreational air sport in which a pilot flies a light non-motorised hang glider – and you can do it right here in Yorkshire. Flights are regularly made over the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors in the peak season of March to October. The Wensleydale Valley is one of the perfect places to appreciate the moors, peaks and crags of the Yorkshire countryside.
10. White Water Rafting on River Washburn
You don’t have to jet off to the likes of Canada to enjoy this sport, Yorkshire offers revellers the chance to enjoy guzzling river manoeuvres too. Lying close to the town of Harrogate, the River Washburn is the perfect for experiencing white water rafting. During winter the river becomes rapids.