The Grey Panthers
12 October, - Leyburn, Preston-under-Scar & Wensley
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7.3 miles

Explorer Map OL30 (Yorkshire Dales Northern and Central Areas)

This is a very straightforward walk using well-defined paths in a very popular part of Wensleydale.
There are no gradients of any note, and navigation is very starightforward.
On a fine day the views would be exceptionally rewarding, with a pleasant walk beside the River Ure.
On the day we did this particular walk, it was very wet and the River Ure was in spate. Because of this the footpath between Lords Bridge and Wensley Bridge was under water, and it was necessary to turn back and take a path that led us to the main road (the A684) which was then followed.
Because of this, it is suggested that when there is any sign that the River Ure might be higher than normal that the walk be postponed for another day.

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Start out from Leyburn (SE1112890624) along the well sign-posted walk along the Shawl.
Head West along the Shawl until the footpath leaves the plantation at SE082589135.
Follow the footpath across fields to the woodland at SE07859120, and follow the waymarked footpath to Preston-under-Scar.
In Preston-under-Scar take the signposted footpath South that is found soon after passing the road junction.
THis footpath starts out by passing between two cottages, but then crosses fields down to the railway line.
Cross the railway line, and continue by crossing the minor road near Stoneham Cottage.
Follow the track South to the farm beside Bolton Hall, and continue Southwards on the track to Lords Bridge.
Cross the River Ure at Lords Bridge, and soon after pass through the gap in the wall to take the footpath beside the River Ure to Wensley Bridge.
Cross the River Ure again at Wensley Bridge and head for the village of Wensley.
Turn right just past the church, then turn left up a small lane.
After a few yards, you will see the footpath to Leyburn clearly signposted.
Follow this footpath back to Leyburn.