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Overview

Ilkley circular climbing up to top of the moor following Dales High Way to Landshaw Lad and following the path to Whetstone Gate (passing the Trig point  and  Timble Stones as we go.)    We then take the  Keighley Road passing Cowpers Cross before taking the path that takes us to  High Crag.  We  return to Ilkley  following the Millennium Way passing the Swastika Stone.  Lovely views on a clear day.    However, it will be boggy in parts.  Poles may be advisable.

Sunday, 9 November 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
405m / 1329ft
Type:
circular

Various car parks and some street parking in Ilkley.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 11771 47628
Nearest postcode:
LS29 8HF
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet outside Ilkley Train Station, Station Plaza, Ilkley LS29 8HF.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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