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Park.The loop is a 16km (10 miles) circuit taking in YHA HORSES HOTEL INN stunning limestone scenery including views of the The Pennine Bridleway, when completed, will weave its ≤ 3km SD821 688 ≤ on the loop SD818 636 ≤ 2.5km SD901 630 nationally important Malham Tarn. way for 560km (350 miles) through the Pennine hills ¥ ¥ ¥ from Derbyshire to Northumberland using a mix of Stainforth, Settle BD24 9PA Duke Street, Settle BD24 9DU Malham BD23 4DA The loop starts in Settle and climbs out of this old packhorse routes, drove roads and newly Tel 08707 706046 Tel 01729 822203 Tel 01729 830317 lovely town into the Yorkshire Dales National Park, created bridleways.The whole trail will be available for u ß k L J8 K2 I2 k L ¿¿¿¿ J6 K2 I2 k L ¿¿ traverses a wonderful limestone upland, before horse riders, mountain bikers and walkers. Already there Washdown Facility available. Washdown Facility available. Washdown Facility available. descending back towards Settle.The trail incorporates are 192km (120 miles) ready to ride starting in Derbyshire open grassy stretches, limestone outcrops, grass / through to the Mary Towneley Loop. See website gravel paths and quiet winding lanes near Settle.There www.nationaltrail.co.uk/penninebridleway River House Hotel The Royal Oak Hotel Craven Country Ride are many other bridleways in the area which can be Guest House HOTEL HORSE ACCOMMODATION ONLY used to extend your journey by linking to ≤ 2.5km ¥ SD901 628 ≤ on the loop ¥ SD818 637 ≤ 20min drive ¥ SD898 547 Malham BD23 4DA Market Place, Settle BD24 9ED Pot Haw Farm, Coniston Cold BD23 4ED GETTING HERE Tel 01729 830315 Tel 01729 822561 Tel 01756 749300 J6 I2 k L ¿¿¿¿ J4 K2 I1 k L ¿¿¿ s4 u ß L Settle is easily accessible by train from Leeds, Bradford There will be a cost for using the facilities which can be and Skipton, and is the start of the famous Settle to finalised through your discussions with the club. Washdown Facility available. Washdown Facility available. Washdown Facility available. Cross country Carlisle railway line.The service does carry bicycles and farm rides. although you should book in advance. Full timetables Both above car parks are signposted from the B6480. Whitefriars Guest House Beck Hall Guest House Harts Head Hotel are available from Several other car parks in Settle are suitable for cars. GUEST HOUSE GUEST HOUSE www.settlecarlisle.co.uk/timetables/index.cfm INN In Stainforth, horse boxes and trailers can use the ≤ on the loop ¥ SD818 638 ≤ 2.5km ¥ SD901 629 By bus you can get to Settle from Skipton, Ingleton and Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority car park.This Church Street, Settle BD24 9JD Malham BD23 4DJ ≤ 1.5km from loop ¥ SD812641 Clitheroe. Malham has services from Lancashire and links to the Settle Loop via Goatscar Lane; please check Tel 01729 823753 Tel 01729 830332 Belle Hill, Giggleswick, Settle BD24 0BA West Yorkshire on summer weekends, and from website for temporary works closure of this section M1 J3 K1 I4 k L M2 J9 K1 I2 k ¿¿¿ Tel 01729 822086 Skipton and Settle more frequently.You can find out more during 2006. ¿¿¿¿ M2 J5 K1 I2 k L from www.traveldales.org.uk or phone 0870 608 2 608. Yorkshire Dales Trail Riding ¿¿¿¿ Useful contacts Places to stay Yorkshire Dales Trekking Centre BED & BREAKFAST HORSES Washdown Facility available. F ARRIERS HORSE ACCOMMODATION ONLY ≤ 3km ¥ SD791 641 This leaflet lists accommodation near to the loop that Mark Wood Gargrave 07967 329872 ≤ 3km SD901 628 has facilities for cyclists and horse riders. A wide variety ¥ Paley Green Lane, Giggleswick BD24 0DZ of other accommodation is available, and details can be VETS Holme Farm, Malham BD23 4DA Tel 01729 823146 found on www.yorkshiredales.org, or from the local Dalehead Veterinary Group Settle 01729 823538 Tel 01729 830352 u s4 ß J1 I1 k L National Park and Tourist Information Centres. s5 u10 k L Washdown Facility and Sofabed available. RIDING CENTRE Washdown / Drying Facility and Cycle Storage For more information, including accommodation, on Yorkshire Dales Trekking Centre Malham 01729 830352 available from 2006. B+B package available Miresfield Farm the Pennine Bridleway visit in Malham. Kilnsey Trekking & Riding Centre Conistone 01756 752861 www.nationaltrail.co.uk/penninebridleway BED & BREAKFAST TA CK AND FEED SHOPS Melling Dub Farm ≤ 2.5km SD901 630 Parking for Horse Box / Trailer Northern Equestrian Tack Shop Rathmell 07792 676773 SELF CATERING COTTAGES HORSES ¥ Malham BD23 4DA Fred Green & Sons Ltd Gargrave 01756 749229 Car parking for all users Horse Box / Trailer parking ≤ 15min drive ¥ SD558 779 Tel 01729 830414 CYCLE SHOPS Tosside, Settle, BD23 4SD 11 rooms k ¿¿¿ Restricted parking is available in Settle in Greenfoot Car Tel 01729 840830 Park, near North Ribblesdale Rugby Club, however you Settle Cycles (sales & repair) Settle 01729 822216 must park WITHIN the marked bays (size 2.4m x 5m). Dave Ferguson Cycles (sales & hire) Skipton 01756 795367 s6 ß k L Charges are per marked bay. Skipton Bicycle Shop (sales & hire) Skipton 01756 794386 Washdown Facility available. Off the Rails (MTB hire/instruction/guided rides) Settle 01729 824419 If you are organising a trip for a number of people, you KEY s Stables M Single k Cycle Storage may wish to ask about using the rugby club's car park and T OURIST INFORMATION CENTRES ≤ Distance from u Grazing J Double L Drying Facilities Bridleway facilities. Please contact them in advance to check ß Horse Box / Trailer Storage K Family Malham National Park Centre Malham 01729 830363 availability and to make a booking, at Grid Reference ¿ Quality Rating I Twin http://www.northribblesdale.co.uk/contact.htm Settle Tourist Info Centre Settle 01729 825192 ¥ J1467_SettleLoop_Leaf_06 21/4/06 11:55 Page 1 Page 11:55 21/4/06 J1467_SettleLoop_Leaf_06 J1467_SettleLoop_Leaf_06 21/4/06 11:55 Page 2 The Settle Loop USING THE ROUTE The best time to complete the Trail is April to October when the weather is more favourable. However be prepared for anything from torrential rain to hot sunshine! The Trail is well signposted with easy to use gates. G Take waterproof clothing for the worst weather but in hot weather protect yourself from the sun and carry plenty of water G Carry a map, phone and some form of identification in case of emergencies G Ride at a safe and controlled pace and pass other users with care G Fasten any gates that you open G Stay on the route, don’t contaminate water and take your litter home G Horse riders should consider carrying a collapsible bucket for water and a protective Equiboot in case of lost shoes. G Check website for under construction/news updates In an emergency, dial 999..
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