Explore the wild beauty of the northern and eastern Yorkshire Dales, where sweeping limestone valleys, heather moorland and distinctive fell landscapes create some of the most rewarding walking in northern England. From the quiet slopes of the Howgill Fells to the historic valleys of Swaledale, Wensleydale and Nidderdale, this varied region of the Yorkshire Dales offers scenic day walks through traditional countryside shaped by farming, geology and centuries of rural life.

This Cicerone guidebook, written by experienced husband-and-wife duo Jan and Dennis Kelsall, is the perfect companion for discovering the best walking in the northern and eastern Yorkshire Dales. Featuring 43 circular day walks between Kirkby Stephen and Pateley Bridge, the guide explores the landscapes of the Howgills, Mallerstang, Swaledale, Wensleydale, Coverdale and Nidderdale with routes suitable for a wide range of walkers.

• The guidebook describes 43 circular walks across the northern and eastern Yorkshire Dales, allowing you to explore the distinctive landscapes of the Howgill Fells, Mallerstang valley, Swaledale, Wensleydale, Coverdale and Nidderdale
• Walks range from 5 to 19km (3?12 miles), offering everything from gentle countryside strolls to longer fell walks across open moorland and rugged upland terrain, with routes suitable for a wide range of walkers
• Each route is circular and easily accessible from key Dales locations such as Sedbergh, Kirkby Stephen, Aysgarth and Pateley Bridge, making it simple to plan rewarding day walks across the region
• Clear step-by-step route descriptions are supported by 1:50,000 OS mapping, helping you navigate the valleys, hills and moorland paths of the Yorkshire Dales with confidence
• Practical information on parking and refreshments helps you organise your day in the Dales, while background notes introduce the area's rich geology, wildlife, history and traditional landscapes

With carefully selected routes, clear mapping and valuable local insights, this guidebook provides everything you need to explore the northern and eastern Yorkshire Dales on foot. Follow quiet valley paths, climb panoramic fell tops and discover the timeless landscapes that make the Yorkshire Dales one of Britain's most loved walking destinations.

Complete your collection with the companion guide Walking in the Yorkshire Dales: South and West, available separately.

Dennis and Jan Kelsall have long held a passion for countryside and hill walking. Since their first Cicerone title in 1995, they have written over 35 guides and regularly contribute to various outdoor magazines. Over the years they have developed a wider interest in the environment, its geology and wildlife, as well as an enthusiasm for delving into local history, which so often provides clues to interpreting the landscape.

A guidebook to 43 walks in the north and east of the Yorkshire Dales, covering the Howgills, Mallerstang, Swaledale, Wensleydale and Nidderdale. Most routes are easy or moderate, although there are a handful of more demanding outings crossing rugged upland terrain.

The walks, all easily accessible from Kirkby Stephen, Sedburgh, Pateley Bridge and Aysgarth, range from 5 to 19km (3?12 miles) and can be enjoyed in 2?5 hours. Several walks can be combined with another to create a longer route.

• 1:50,000 OS maps included for each walk
• Sized to easily fit in a jacket pocket
• Notes on refreshments and parking
• Information on the region's rich geology, history, plantlife and wildlife
• Part of a 2-volume set ? an accompanying Cicerone guidebook Walking in the Yorkshire Dales: South and West is also available

Map key Overview map Introduction The Dales Landscape Geological History ?Human Settlement ? Industry and Enterprise ? Farming in the Dales ? Plants and Wildlife ? The Northern and Eastern Dales ? The Yorkshire Dales National Park ? Navigation and Maps ?Careful Planning ? Clothing and Footwear ? Food and Drink ? Taking your Car ? Leaving your Car Behind ? Using this Guide 1 The Howgill Fells 1 Sedbergh and the River Rawthey ? 2 The Rivers Rawthey and Lune from Sedbergh ? 3 Winder, Calders and the Calf ?4 Carlin Gill and Fell Head from Fairmile Gate ? 5 The River Rawthey from the Cross Keys Inn ? 6 Cautley Crag and the Calf ?7 Around Wandale Hill ? 8 Baugh Fell from Rawthey Bridge ?9 Grisedale ?? 2 Mallerstang ? 10 High Seat ? 11 Pendragon Castle and Little Fell ? 12 Wild Boar Fell and Swarth Fell ?? 3 Swaledale and Arkengarthdale ? 13 Apedale and Harkerside Moor ? 14 Grinton and Maiden Castle ? 15 Fremington Edge ? 16 Slei Gill ? 17 Whaw to Dale Head ? 18 Old Gang and Surrender ? 19 Beside the River Swale from Gunnerside ?20 Gunnerside Gill ? 21 Ivelet Bridge from Muker ? 22 Great Shunner Fell and Lovely Seat from Thwaite ? 23 Muker, Thwaite and Kisdon Force from Keld ? 24 Whitsundale and the Head of the River Swale ?? 4 Wensleydale and Coverdale ? 25 A Walk in Coverdale ? 26 West Witton and the River Ure to Redmire Force ? 27 Aysgarth to West Burton ? 28 Aysgarth Falls ?29 Ivy Scar from Aysgarth ? 30 Whitfield Gill Force and Mill Gill Falls ? 31 By the River Ure from Bainbridge ? 32 Bainbridge to Semer Water ? 33 Aysgill Force ? 34 Dodd Fell Hill and Drumaldrace ? 35 Cotterdale ? 36 Great Shunner Fell from Hardraw ? 37 The High Way ?? 5 Nidderdale ? 38 Brimham Rocks ? 39 Ashfold Side ?40 Middlesmoor and How Stean Gorge ? 41 Nidderdale ? 42 Little Whernside ??Appendix 1 Route summaries and suggestions for longer routes ? Appendix 2 Where to find out more ?