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Miles and milestones
How far is a mile? A country mile? And who created milestones? The Romans gave us the mile, originating from mille passus or 1000 paces. Over tim…Read more
Parcevall Hall Gardens
Many people won't have heard of Skyreholme, much less the magical secret gardens there. Parcevall Hall Gardens are hidden in a fold of the Yor…Read more
Nidderdale
Which Yorkshire Dale is really accessible yet unknown to many? Packed with attractions, yet still easy to find a tranquil spot? Nidderdale Nation…Read more
Pillars Past
Have you seen this man? There’s joy to be had in making a discovery when there’s no fanfare or preamble to give the game away. I think Pillars Pa…Read more
Pinker's Pond
Pinker's Pond, surprising speed & paddling in a slow river: if you take the road out of Middleham towards Kettlewell, you'll almost immediately noti…Read more
Ripley
The unexpected connection between a glacier, the Titanic, Crimean War and Glasshouses? The village is on a steep slope of the river Nidd near Pat…Read more
A perfect day in Reeth
How to spend (at least) 1 perfect day in Reeth: where Swaledale & Arkengarthdale meet.  With a large village green at its he…Read more
Three Counties Cave System
Have you ventured 'down below'? We're used to enjoying stunning views in the Yorkshire Dales but most of us miss some of the most magnificent ones. …Read more
Sheep dogs
How do you get dozens of sheep to move from field to field? What does it take to gather hundreds of sheep from miles and miles of open country on…Read more