The Tarn, Ilkley Moor – Ilkley Moor Stone Circle loop from Ben Rhydding

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The Tarn, Ilkley Moor – Ilkley Moor Stone Circle loop from Ben Rhydding

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The Tarn, Ilkley Moor – Ilkley Moor Stone Circle loop from Ben Rhydding

02:55

9.49km

330m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.48 km

Grub Stones Carvings

Highlight • Historical Site

Just like a mini Stonehenge

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2.62 km

Carr Beck Pond

Highlight • Natural

3.58 km

Twelve Apostles Stone Circle, Ilkley Moor

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Twelve Apostles is a beautiful stone circle in an atmospheric setting on Ilkley Moor. The stone circle dates to the Bronze Age (3000-1200 BC) and would have served a …

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5.78 km

White Wells Spa Cottage and Plunge Pool

Highlight • Historical Site

This spa bath, believed to have been built around 1700, was a key part of Ilkley's establishment as a desirable spa town. Today, visitors can still take a dip in …

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6.19 km

Paddling Pond

Highlight • Structure

A lovely area to explore on foot.

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6.76 km

The Tarn, Ilkley Moor

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Tarn is a scenic lake located on Ilkley Moor in West Yorkshire. It's a great place for a stroll or picnic, or to just simply unwind in nature.

Since …

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7.10 km

Streamside Dipping Spot

Highlight • River

Ideal spot to hide from the hot sun and relax with the feet hanging in the water

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7.87 km

Ilkley Moor Stone Circle

Highlight • Historical Site

Ilkley Moor is part of Rombalds Moor, the moorland between Ilkley and Keighley in West Yorkshire.

The moor, which rises to 1,319 feet (402 m) above sea level, is well …

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9.49 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.01 km

1.84 km

1.65 km

Surfaces

4.32 km

1.80 km

1.55 km

144 m

130 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

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Tuesday 3 November

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Comments

July 6, 2025,Twelve Apostles Stone Circle – White Wells loop from Esscroft

Free Parking in laybays near cows and calf pub. Cafe at start/end of route. Quiet walk. Good views all the way round. Quite hilly in places. Dog friendly (sheep/grouse on route though)