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Herriot Way

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The Herriot Way is a delightful walk around the northern Yorkshire Dales of Wensleydale and Swaledale. It is based on a holiday taken by James Herriot with his son, which he described in his book ‘James Herriot's Yorkshire'.

Starting from the bustling little market town of Hawes, the Herriot Way begins with a visit to Hardraw Force waterfall, and then meanders down Wensleydale to the charming village of Askrigg. After exploring Askrigg it follows the River Ure to Aysgarth, with its famous waterfalls, before continuing down the valley to the imposing bulk of Bolton Castle. From here an old miners' track leads over East Bolton Moor, with breathtaking views over Swaledale, before descending to the charming village of Reeth, the ‘capital of Swaledale'. After passing through the tiny village of Heaulaugh, the trail once again follows in lead miners footsteps over heather moors to the hamlet of Keld at the head of Swaledale. The last day of this scenic walk begins with a visit to the pretty little village of Thwaite. The trail then follows the Pennine Way over Great Shunner Fell, with glorious views over Wensleydale and Swaledale, before descending to Hawes.

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  • Herriot Way
    Circular trail beginning at Hawes
    52 miles (84 km)
    4 walking days
    £340 per person
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Herriot Way

Total Distance 52 miles (84 km)
Start and Finish Circular trail beginning at Hawes
Availability 27th March to 11th October
Tour Code Itinerary Tour Price    
HERRW 5 nights, 4 days walking £340 per person More Information Book Online

Our prices are based upon two people sharing a room. If you are walking on your own there is a single supplement of £25 per night. You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops. For each extra night add £45 per person. All of our prices are in British pounds (£). Use our currency converter to convert British pounds (£) to your country’s currency.

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Mrs Sue Williams. UK.

This was our first walking holiday and we enjoyed every minute. Fantastic scenery, we met lovely people, the B&B’s were very attentive. Thank you for organising everything- all went very smoothly. We will definitely recommend you to others.

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Everything was well arranged. The people we met were very friendly and helpful. The weather was good. The area is very beautiful and the history was interesting.

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