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   PENNINE WAY

Route and Accommodation Guide
 

FACTFILE

Length

 268 miles/429km over the Pennine Mountain tops along the rugged backbone of England, from the Peak District through the Yorkshire Dales and over Hadrian's Wall to the Cheviots. Amongst the finest upland walking in England. The walk everyone should do once in a lifetime.

Terrain

Challenging. From the gritstone moorlands of Derbyshire to the springy limestone turf of the Yorkshire Dales. Natural features include thundering waterfalls, huge limestone cliffs and large areas of blanket bogland. Some places become overcrowded at peak times, and serious erosion has occurred, especially on the slopes of Kinder Scout and Pen-y-Ghent.  Walkers should consequently approach the route with sensitivity. Unless you are an experienced long-distance walker you should not tackle the Pennine Way alone.

Connecting Paths

Brontë Way, Calderdale Way, Central Scottish Way, Coast to Coast Walk, Dales Way, Eden Way, Hadrian's Wall Path, Haworth-Hebden Bridge Walk, Kirklees Way, Medlock Valley Way, Midshires Way (via Pennine Bridleway or Trans Pennine Trail), Oldham Way, Pennine Bridleway, Ribble Way, St Cuthberts' Way, Teesdale Way, Todmorden Centenary Walk, Trans Pennine Trail, Tyne Walk.


 

Maps
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Explorer maps: OL1, OL2, OL16, OL19, OL21, OL30, OL31, OL42, OL43
Landranger maps:74, 80, 86, 87, 90, 92, 98, 103, 109, 110

The Way is shown on these maps. Click on map number to order.
Strip maps: The Pennine Way Part one - Edale to Teesdale ISBN 1 871149 01 2.
The Pennine Way Part two - Teesdale to Kirk Yetholm ISBN 1 871149 02 9.
Footprint £3.50 each.

Tourist Information Centres

Bellingham 01434 220616, Edale 01433 670207; Glossop 01457 855920; Haltwhistle 01434 322002; Hawes 01969 667450; Haworth 01535 642329; Hebden Bridge 01422 843831; Hexham 01434 605225; Holmfirth 01484 687603; Horton in Ribblesdale 01729 860333; Malham (seasonal) 01729 830363; Settle 01729 825192; Skipton 01756 792809; Once Brewed 01434 344396


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EDALE
Hope Valley
01433 670014

western house

WESTERN HOUSE

A warm welcome awaits you at this traditional 1850's gritstone house standing at the start of the Pennine Way with unbeatable views towards Kinder Scout. Self-contained en-suite  accommodation within a spacious loft conversion with exposed beams and Queen Truss. Private lounge and original Victorian iron and brass bed. Free access to private garden, parking.
Bed and Breakfast from £25 pppn. D, B and B from £33 pppn.
Visit website: www.cressbrook.co.uk/edale/westernhouse for full details

 

GLOSSOP
01457 853107

WINDY HARBOUR FARM HOTEL

A family run Hotel on the edge of the Peak District offering B and B or half board as well as caravanning and camping. Restaurant with varied & extensive choice of menus. At Windy Harbour Farm Hotel you can be assured of a very warm welcome. Very convenient for Pennine Way.

Visit website: www.peakdistrict-hotel.co.uk for further details
or email
enquiries@peakdistrict-hotel.co.uk

 


GLOSSOP
01457 861086
 





 

ROCK FARM

Well appointed and tastefully converted farmhouse, beautifully located in the hills above Glossop in the National Park, offering luxury accommodation with outstanding views all round. Quiet and relaxing with friendly service. Guest lounge, hearty breakfasts, good pubs nearby. Walks straight from the front door; Pennine Way easily accessible. Dogs & children welcome.
B and B £22.50 pppn;
Visit website:
www.rockfarmbandb.co.uk.for full details
Email:
 rockfarmbandb@btinternet.com

 


MALHAM
01729 830332


Groups welcome

BECK HALL

Immerse yourself in the unique character of 18thC Beck Hall containing 11 rather different and distinct bedrooms reflecting the style of the time they were built. Step back in time with a luxurious 4 poster! Spacious guest lounge. Malham, one of the most visited villages in the Dales with shops, pubs and teashops galore, is a 2 minute walk away. Guided walking short breaks.
B and B from £23 pppn. Packed lunches and evening meals available.
Visit website: http://www.beckhallmalham.com for full details

 


Selected by Michelin Guide and Lonely Planet.

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Tel: 01969 667454

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Welcome to Rookhurst Country House at Gayle, Hawes

 Set in the heart of beautiful Wensleydale, Rookhurst fronts the Pennine Way on the edge of the picturesque village of Gayle. The atmosphere here is of a small, friendly, country house rather than a formal hotel. It dates back to the 17thC in places and has a unique character with each room being different in its own special way.
Let us pamper you with our relaxing service, superior en-suite dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation and our wonderful food based on traditional home-cooked English dishes.
Drawing Room with open fire which adds to the atmosphere as guests recall their exploits of the day. Dinner is served in our splendid Victorian Dining Room. Our Garden has superb views out across Wensleydale and the surrounding fells.
Forget your car and explore on foot... paths leave in every direction from Gayle. A delight for both serious walkers and strollers.
B and B from £40 pppn. 2/4 course dinner from £15. Offers. Sorry, no children. 

 

Quality in Tourism Awards
AA  “Best of British Bed & Breakfast”
Rated top 10% of B&B in Britain 2007/2008
AA Highly Commended 2007-2008


Brookside Villa

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Tel: 01697 747300

BROOKSIDE VILLA


HADRIAN'S WALL COUNTRY

Enjoy England

Redgate Smithy B&B has been awarded AA Four Stars within the new higher quality NQAS requirements for B&B Guest Accommodation.

A spacious Victorian stone built villa in Gilsland at the heart of Hadrian's Wall Trail World Heritage Site, offering friendly and relaxed hospitality with professional and efficient service. Contemporary en-suite bedrooms with all the facilities you would expect from a luxury hotel, comfortable guest lounge, terrace with great views over the trail, wide choice of breakfasts and evening meals using local, free range/organic food where possible. Drinks license with full range of wines and terrific local beers. Drying room and overnight laundry service.
 Special Walkers Package - we will collect you at the end of your day's walk (however far you get!) and then drop you back again the next morning, at no extra charge. In fact you get a discount if you stay 2 nights or more!
Also pick up and drop off at Longbyre (Nr Greenhead) where Pennine Way and Hadrian's Wall Trail cross.
B and B from £32.50 pppn. Dinner from £10. Packed lunches.

 


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