Saturday and Sunday 12 & 13 September 2026
Early autumn is one of the best times to explore the heart of this beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park with its high edges, verdant dales, limestone pavements, scars, coves and gorges. The first day is a linear walk including a ride on the Settle and Carlisle Railway to climb a quieter route to the summit of Ingleborough – the Dales second highest peak at 2375ft/724m. Descending on the Dales Way the route crosses the stunning limestone pavement of Moughton Scar. Day two visits the mighty Malham Cove and Tarn, with a beautiful traverse above the gorge of Gordale Scar and a valley walk back to Malham via Janet’s Fosse waterfall.
Price range: £55.00 through £110.00
Saturday 12 September 2026 – Ingleborough amd Moughton Scar.
The Route: This linear ‘railway’ walk has masses of variety, beginning with a short, beautiful train ride from Horton in Ribblesdale Station up to Ribblehead. We walk from the station, not far from the the colossal 24-arch, Ribblehead Viaduct which spans 300 metres across open moorland between Yorkshire’s highest peaks. Soon we’re ascending high up onto our summit, Ingleborough, at 724m/2375ft. In fine weather there are dramatic views across the peaks of Whernside, Pen y Ghent and towards the Cumbrian Fells – the hardest part is done! The route descends on the Dales Wale, passing Moughton Scar, with its stunning edges limestone pavement over looking Crummack Dale below, before dropping back into Horton in Ribblesdale.
Sunday 13 September 2026 – Malham Cove, Gordale Scar and Janet’s Foss.
The Route: This walk packs in the scenery and amazing geological structures shaped by glacial erosion and tumbling water. From Malham, a popular but charming village, we follow the beck to the impressive Malham Cove; this huge, curved limestone structure was shaped by waterfalls carrying glacial meltwater. Climbing up above the Cove we then reach an impressive limestone pavement stretching across the high landscape, before passing Ing Scar with its views over the valley below. We reach the shores of Malham Tarn, a nature reserve with abundant bird life, We pass around Great Close Hill with views over the tarn, before descending along the edge of Gordale Scar. This is a deep gorge gouged out from a succession of ice ages – it is a geological wonder with an option to visit the gorge. On our return to the village we pass beautiful Janet’s Foss with its waterfall and pool – perhaps a good spot to dip our feet before we finish the day.
Please note: On both days, to maximise your enjoyment and safety, it’s possible we may have to alter routes or swop them around according to weather conditions and party ability. Or, in the event that trains are not running. Alternative routes will be in the same area.
| Walk Date | Saturday & Sunday 12-13 September 2026 £110., Saturday 12 September 2026 Only £55., Sunday 13 September 2026 Only £55. |
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Here’s an Essential Kit Kist for all our walks >
Meeting and Parking
Saturday 12th September – Ingleborough Walk
We meet at Horton in Ribblesdale Station Car Park (Horton-in-Ribblesdale station, Station Road, Horton-in-Ribblesdale, North Yorkshire, BD24 0HH) at 8.30am to catch the 8.58am train to Ribblehead (a 10 minute journey). The walk finishes back at Horton-in-Ribblesdale where you parked. Location Map >
Please purchase your single rail tickets at the station (currently £4.79 in February 2026).
Parking at the station is free. The station has no toilet facilities but there are toilets in the main village car park.
Please note: It is important to be on time as unfortunately we will not be able to wait for a later train. If there is planned disruption to rail services, we will notify you in advance and find an alternative route locally, similar in terms of distance, ascent, landscape and views.
Sunday 13 September – Malham Cove Walk
We meet at the National Park Centre Car Park, Chapel Gate, Malham, BD23 4DA. The car park has toilets, and we will meet outside these. The cost is £7.00 a day (February 2026) and the machines take contactless or coin payments. Location Map >
You may also be able to park on the road outside the Centre, where the community ask for a donation (coins) in an honesty box.
Meeting points and timings will be confirmed on booking and any changes notified before the walks.
Coming by Bus or Train?
We’re keen to support public transport use and reduce emissions. If you’re arriving reasonably nearby, we’ll give you a free lift. Ask us when you book.
Saturday: At Horton in Ribblesdale Station where we meet, there are no public toilets or facilities but there are toilets in the main village car park.
Sunday: In the village of Malham where we meet, there are public toilets. The village has cafes, restaurants, pubs, hotels. There are no trains but there are bus connections.
Settle – a lovely market town, close to both walks, at the foot of the Yorkshire Dales.
The Saturday Ingleborough Walk is a Harder Walk, walking at a Moderate Pace.
The Sunday Malham Cove Walk is Moderate Walk, walking at a Moderate Pace.
Here is our walk difficulty guide >
Please be aware that you will need to tackle paths on terrain that will be steep, hilly, rocky and potentially boggy and slippery in places (if wet). There are steep drops near to pathways which can and must be avoided during the hike.
We have created a separate page of the most frequently asked questions here >
Where to Stay?
Accommodation
In terms of accommodation we’d recommend booking early, in the areas around Malham, Settle, or Horton-in-Ribblesdale. You can also stay at Helwith Bridge, Austwick, or Clapham which are also nearby. Ingleton is a little further, but has good accommodation too.
Horton in Ribblesdale (Start point for Day 1, Ingleborough Walk)
A charming village right in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales.
Malham (Start point for Day 2, Malham Walk)
A bustling, popular traditional village in the Yorkshire Dales.
Settle – a lovely market town, close to both walks, at the foot of the Yorkshire Dales.
We all want to respect, protect and enjoy the fragile upland environments where we walk, so that they can be enjoyed by generations to come. Following The Countryside Code really helps…