Since the Grand Depart in Yorkshire back in 2014 the elite race of the Tour de France coming to this part of the UK was great show case for the county.
Ever since the sport has grown and more people are taking up this past time. The country lanes of the Yorkshire Dales make a great day out on two wheels.
We have cheeky climbs and beautiful and stunning scenery to enjoy. More and more people are using e-bikes to make things easier so there is no excuse to come and visit.
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Just 6 miles from the King William the Fourth Guest House (Settle) is the village of Malham, a honeypot for visitors to Yorkshire. There is a lovely walk which takes a couple of hours and takes in the three main features of the local landscape – the Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Janet’s Foss. This […]
One of the 15 different species of tree to be found on Harrison’s Playing Fields near Bankwell Road, Giggleswick. I photographed this whilst preparing for Eco-Explorers who will be meeting on Tuesday. Do you know what it is? (Answer at end) Sept 2025 EVENTS: Mon 22 Sept- 5 Oct Fair Trade Fortnight: Look out for […]
Let’s be honest, the Dales are glorious, but sometimes the heavens open. It’s the kind of rain that makes you want to pack it in and crawl back under the duvet. Don’t you dare. Settle’s got a rhythm, even when it’s throwing it down. Pull on your waterproofs—or not—and let’s get after it. Read More […]