Swinton and the Ripon Rowel

Sometimes it’s nice to have an easy stroll close to home, especially on a Sunday afternoon. After a busy weekend involving race reconnaissance, exploring new bridleways with Paddy and an extensive clear out, neither of…

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Exploring Calderdale with Daisy Bank Camp

Calderdale is one of those places that I always want to explore more of, but it’s just a little bit too far away to do in a day trip. I was therefore thrilled when Angie…

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Harkerside Moor & Apedale

It feels like we’ve spent a lot of time exploring further afield over the last few months, so it was great to get back out in Swaledale after a bit of a break. After an…

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Hackfall Woods

Hackfall Woods is one of those hidden gems so tucked away that you can drive right past it without ever realising it’s there. Don’t be deceived though: this leafy wonderland sprawls for more than 100…

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Arden Great Moor & the Cleveland Way

It feels like a long time since I’ve written a blog post about the North York Moors (probably because it has been quite a while). Living just outside the Dales means that it’s just too…

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