Spectacular Walks

Reeth Holiday Cottages sit at the foot of Fremington Edge; a magnificent hillside with a wide network of footpaths to follow. This is a more challenging ridge walk, beginning in Reeth and passing through Langthwaite. Explore hidden gills, free-flowing rivers and magical woodland, before beginning your ascent up the hill to admire the jaw-dropping views of the valley below.

Gunnerside Gill is a beautiful circular walk, beginning at Gunnerside near the Kings Head pub and passing through Swaledale and Muker. Wander through magnificent woodland, disused lead mines, picturesque streams, glorious moorlands and wonderful waterfalls on this scenic walking trail. The walk takes around 2-3 hours and is very easy to follow using the OS Maps app.

Ideal for families with children, Kisdon Hill is a circular walk boasting dramatic views. The trail begins in Muker and passes Kisdon Hill, before finishing near the Keld Waterfalls. There are a couple of different options available; you can either follow a lower level circuit of Kisdon Hill, or walk over Kisdon Hill itself. Enjoy the pleasant grassy paths and breath-taking views from the hillside, as well as the beautiful village of Keld and the Kisdon Force Waterfall, during this family friendly 5-6-mile walk.

The Swale Trail opened a couple of years back, and is a purpose-made track for cyclists, horses and walking. If you are not a particularly confident cyclist, don’t worry; the trail offers gentler cycling opportunities for children and less experienced cyclists. Beginning at the Dales Bike Centre, the trail runs between Reeth and Keld in Swaledale. As you travel towards Keld, you will be rewarded with stunning views and splendid waterfalls, as well as the opportunity to view historical remains of the ancient lead-mining industry.

This spectacular cross-country walk begins at St Bees on the west coast and ends at Robin Hood’s Bay on the east coast. The route runs directly through the village of Reeth, meaning you can begin or finish 2 sections right here at our cottages. Amble along the mighty River Swale, explore the vastness of our wonderful country and climb peaceful hillsides on this glorious exploration.

Just 40 minutes’ drive from our holiday cottages, the Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge is an ideal day out for keen adventurers. In under 12 hours, you can explore the magnificent peaks of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough. These three iconic peaks are arranged in a triangular formation, with the idyllic River Ribble and the Ribblehead Viaduct at its core. If you’re up for a challenge during your stay here, look no further than the Yorkshire 3 Peaks!