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Wolfstones Height & The Thongs BL Walk

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Overview

Taking in the twin villages of Netherthong and Upperthong, up to Wolfstone Heights, reputedly the setting for the last wolf slain in the area.  Several ups and downs, many stiles and a gentle finish along the River Holme back into Holmfirth.

Saturday, 13 January 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
436.8m / 1433ft
Type:
circular

Additional parking at Crown Bottom Car Park (272 spaces HD9 3HW) RingGo:84132 £4 all day. Both carparks cash/card/RingGo App or online

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 14423 08476
Nearest postcode:
HD9 7AN
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Start time:
10:00 am

Bridge Lane Car Park (17 spaces) Ring Go: 84129 £2.80 all day Bridge Lane Holmfirth HD9 7AN

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