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Points to note Designed • Do not confuse the markers on the enclosed map with any way marker symbols you

may see placed along the actual walk. The numbered markers shown on the map are by

to give approximate location on the route with the numbered written instructions. danielsdesign Walks For All • The walk includes some up hill walking with varying terrain and walking along the river in places which can be muddy at times; some of the paths and stone Oxenhope to Haworth

stiles are quite narrow. Always take care when walking by rivers and canals. tel: 07787 Places of interest Walk 23 The Worth Valley Railway, the walk passes by both of the railway stations Oxenhope 53657 0 and Haworth. Also in Haworth the Park and the famous Main Street are not far away should you wish to explore further. Name Oxenhope to Haworth

Transport to walk Distance 3.2 kms / 2 miles From Keighley bus station catch the 663 or the 720 buses to Oxenhope, ask for the Moderate linear walking terminus in Lower Town. Grade through the fields to Haworth

Grades of walks available:

Mild to moderate, suitable for pushchairs. Usually less than 3.5km.

Mild to moderate, not suitable for pushchairs. Usually less than 3.5km.

Moderate. Usually less than 6.5km.

Hard. Usually over 6.5km.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION For details of further walks in your area see Please read this! This is your responsibility! www.sportkeighley.com or ring 01535 338718 This leaflet shows a route utilising Public Rights of Way. Please follow the Countryside Code. In particular: keep to paths, leave gates as found, take litter home and keep dogs under control For details of travel to walks see ‘Journey Planner’ at (www.countrysideaccess.gov.uk). www.wymetro.com If you are new to exercise or have any existing medical condition or concerns check with your GP before undertaking physical activity. Check that the route is suitable for your level of For details of further activity in the area see fitness and that you have adequate resources for your planned activity. www.aktivedirectory.org.uk Wear clothing and footwear appropriate to the conditions and time of year. 23_OxenhopeHaworth 22/10/06 14:35 Page 3

Look for these The Route: waymarkers 10 along the route 1 At the bus terminus at Lower Town 6 and round and then up through turn left and walk to the end of the the field to another detached road the post office is on the other house. side of the road slightly to the 9 right. Turn left and walk along 7 Turn left and walk past the house Station Road until coming to the through the small yard area out junction at Keighley Road. and straight on. To the left there is a narrow path down through a 2 Cross over Keighley Road and field. Follow this path to the stone 8 continue on down Station Road stile and the old ruined house. until you come to Oxenhope Railway station. There is a small- 8 At the ruin take the path to the left grassed area with picnic tables to along through the fields and then the right. on through the trees following the old waterways for the mill. You 3 Turn right and walk along Harry should come out of the trees to 7 Lane over the bridge crossing turn right over a bridge. Cross the Bridge House Beck after the bridge bridge and go through the iron look on your left for the turning to kissing gate. 6 walk along past the Railway Museum and then go through the 9 Turn left and walk through the stile into the field. Follow the path bottom of the fields all the way to running by the beck. the gate in the bottom left hand corner. Through the gate walk 5 4 Continue on by the beck ignoring down the walled footpath which the footpath to the left which goes brings you down on to Brow Road. over the railway line carry on through the gate / stile onto the 10 Turn left and walk down Brow small road by the water treatment Road and round to the right you 4 works. Walk straight on passing the will arrive at Station Road in treatment works you will come to a Haworth. Walk straight along 3 large detached house. Take the far Station Road the Haworth Railway right footpath to go on by the beck Station is at the end on the left. To and then up right over the bride catch the bus back to Keighley, 2 crossing the beck. follow Station Road around the corner to the bus stop opposite the 5 Turn left walk on and through the Fish & Chips restaurant on Mill Hey. slim stone stile/ gap. Turn left and follow the path around by the beck. Ignore the path going over 1 the tiny stone bridge. Carry on past Ordnance Survey OL21