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River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

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Bolton Abbey

River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

Moderate

4.8

(117)

1,360

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River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

03:07

11.8km

110m

Hiking

Embark on a moderate 7.3-mile (11.8 km) hike along the picturesque River Wharfe, a journey that typically takes around 3 hours and 7 minutes to complete. This loop from Bolton Abbey guides you through a diverse landscape, featuring wide gravel paths, undulating footpaths, and ancient deciduous woodlands like Strid Wood,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

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597 m

Bolton Abbey Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Bolton Abbey is situated in a peaceful location on the banks of the River Wharfe. It dates to the 12th century and is a former Augustinian monastery. The monastery closed …

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673 m

Bolton Abbey Stepping Stones

Highlight • Beach

The iconic stepping stones across the River Wharfe to Bolton Abbey were once used as a crossing for lay workers coming to the priory. The 60 stones make for a …

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2.25 km

Cavendish Pavilion

Highlight • River

You'll find the Pavilion in the heart of The Bolton Abbey Estate. Great for grabbing some refreshments and something to eat then heading to the riverside to enjoy them. Whether …

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7.73 km

The Strid

Highlight • Natural Monument

The Strid is a natural wonder, where the river suddenly narrows forcing the water through at great pressure. It was formed by the wearing away of softer rock by the …

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11.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.40 km

3.70 km

1.91 km

472 m

279 m

Surfaces

4.84 km

4.02 km

1.77 km

839 m

182 m

108 m

Elevation

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Tuesday 26 May

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Trail Reviews

Chris Letford

January 31, 2024, River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

Note: parking is £15 regardless if you want to visit the Abbey or not. But plenty of refreshments along the way and toilets are immaculate. There is also a gift shop and some nice keepsakes in the priory but only accepts cash in the priory. Also wildlife in abundance. Especially birds.

River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

Bolton Abbey Ruins

Bolton Abbey Stepping Stones

Cavendish Pavilion

The Strid

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