Horton-in-Ribblesdale to Ribblehead Viaduct via Gods Bridge

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Overview

This walk in the Yorkshire Dales along the Settle to Carlisle Railway route has fabulous views, ending with the sight of the Ribblehead Viaduct.

Tuesday, 3 June 2025

Meeting time:: 8:15 am
Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 338m / 1109ft
Type:: linear

We take the 08.24 train from Carlisle, buying an open return ticket.

Refreshments (and toilets) should be available on the train journey. There is a pub at the end if we have time whilst awaiting the return train.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Family-Friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:: NY 40229 55505
Nearest postcode:: CA1 1QX
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Meeting time:: 8:15 am

Meet at Carlisle Railway Station to catch the 08.24 train

Starting point

Grid reference:: SD 80400 72601
Nearest postcode:: BD24 0HL
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Horton in Ribblesdale Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:: SD 76557 78944
Nearest postcode:: LA6 3JF
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Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Ribblehead Station

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