Pennine Way - Central Section
Explore the middle of the Pennine Way National Trail on one of our self-guided walking holidays. Accommodation, luggage transfer and custom holiday pack included.
Pennine Way - Central Section
https://www.contours.co.uk/pennine-way-central-section
A walk from Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Greenhead via the Yorkshire Dales, North Pennines and Hadrian
From £525 per person
Absolutely stunning scenery is abundant along this stretch of the Pennine Way, which deftly weaves together a sumptuous mix of limestone gorges, rushing cascades, arctic-alpine flora and idyllic views along flowering dales.
This Central Section visits some of the highest villages – and pubs – in England, and adds in some immensely walker-friendly hamlets and towns along the way. It’s arguably the most varied section of the Pennine Way and is well worth the rugged climbs along the way.
Experiencing some of Britain's most breath-taking scenery, from the impressive Hardraw Force to the tumbling waters of Cauldron Snout.
Discovering spectacular historic sites such as Thirlwall Castle and Hadrian's Wall.
Walking through the stunning scenery of the Yorkshire Dales, including Wensleydale, Swaledale and Teesdale.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PENC1 | From Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Greenhead | 5 days walking | £525 | |
| PENC2 | From Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Greenhead | 6 days walking | £610 | |
| PENC3 | From Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Greenhead | 7 days walking | £700 | |
| PENC4 | From Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Greenhead | 8 days walking | £785 | |
| PENC5 | From Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Greenhead | 9 days walking | £875 |
Please note that due to the high volume of walkers attempting the Yorkshire Three Peaks, accommodation in Horton-in-Ribblesdale is scarce at weekends. If your stop in Horton-in-Ribblesdale falls at a weekend, a transfer may be required to take you to your accommodation. Please contact us for more information.
Travel to Horton-in-Ribblesdale where your first night's accommodation has been booked
Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Keld. 26.5 miles (42.5km)
Keld to Middleton-in-Teesdale. 20 miles (32km)
Middleton-in-Teesdale to Dufton. 20 miles (32km)
Dufton to Alston. 19.5 miles (31km)
Alston to Greenhead. 16 miles (25.5km)
Depart from Greenhead after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
Overnight stops marked with an (L) have very limited accommodation, and therefore more often than not will also require a transfer, particularly on bank holidays and weekends. We will use non-transfer accommodation wherever possible.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to travel more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog-friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Traveller or Single Supplements apply respectively:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
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“Walking over moorland and in high places generally makes me incredibly happy, particularly if there is a comfortable B&B and a pub dinner at the end of the day.”Ms Myerscough, Australia
“Excellent scenery. Efficient bag transfer service.”Mr Richardson, UK
“Would recommend if anyone asked, it is a challenging walk but very enjoyable.”Mr Clark, UK
“All the accommodation was good to excellent.”Dr Thamia, UK