Stone bridges on Clapham Beck – Clapham Tunnels loop from Clapham

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Stone bridges on Clapham Beck – Clapham Tunnels loop from Clapham

Easy

hikers

Stone bridges on Clapham Beck – Clapham Tunnels loop from Clapham

01:20

4.82km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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62 m

The New Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

Good for sandwiches, ales and hiding from the rain

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106 m

A lovely section of footpath in the centre of the village of Clapham running alongside Clapham Beck. One very attractive vehicle bridge and then a bit further up river a small stone pedestrian bridge.

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367 m

Clapham Car Park, Yorkshire Dales National Park

Highlight • Rest Area

National Park Car Park - charges apply and also has electric vehicle charging points and public toilet. (Other car parking available just outside the car park free of charge, please park responsibly and considerate to local residents).

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612 m

St James' Church, Clapham

Highlight • Other

A very grand church in Clapham. The tower dates from the 15th century with the rest of the church restored in 1814.

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794 m

Clapham Tunnels

Highlight • Structure

The Clapham tunnels were constructed by the Farrar family to provide a route underneath the Ingleborough Hall Estate connecting the village of Clapham with Fell Lane, which leads along Clapdale.

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1.39 km

Summit Clump

Forest

2.50 km

Long Tram Plantation

Forest

3.94 km

Clapham Tunnels

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This is steep, rocky, but not overly loose, so eminently ridable but extra care in damp and wet. The majority is smooth limestone and can be very slippery when wet. …

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4.56 km

Clapham Playground

Highlight • Rest Area

Has picnic benches and a lovely view of the church, kids spent over an hour playing despite having just done a big walk. Absolutely brilliant for families and kids of all ages.

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