Pennine way and other walks around Ickornshaw
Pennine Way
The Pennine Way is a long-distance footpath in England that runs for 268 miles (432 km) from Edale in Derbyshire to Kirk Yetholm in the Scottish Borders. It is one of the most famous and challenging long-distance footpaths in the UK, and it is designated as a National Trail. The Pennine Way passes through some of the most remote and rugged landscapes in England, including the Peak District, the Yorkshire Dales, and the Northumberland National Park.
The Pennine Way runs through Ickornshaw, from across the Colne to Keighley road with a path down to the Bridge between Nan Scar and Main Street. The route then goes up through farm fields, but many walkers not doing races instead prefer to walk along Main Street and walk past the Church and School.
Next stops after Ickornshaw are Lothersdale to the North, while to the South there is a lot of distance before the next village, the route does run within half a mile of Oldfield though which is a detour many walkers take.
The Pennine Way is a challenging trail, and it's not recommended for novice hikers. It's a long distance, and it can take up to 2 weeks to complete, and it requires proper planning, adequate equipment, and a good level of fitness.
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Walks around the area
The area is blessed with rights of way widely around the area, meaning there multiple walks available in every direction. Best source for the paths & rights of way are -
- Footpath maps of UK
- North Yorkshire's Rights of way map, but given the proximity of West Yorkshire and Lancashire this misses walks very close.
- Ordinance Survey website