Horket two

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Leaving Kettlewell there is quite a climb, with some scrambling/climbing involved over the rocky outcrops. It was misty on the top when we did it, which added atmosphere! The descent to Arncliffe also had rocky scrambles at one point, but the view down to the village and the valleys below was beautiful. Arncliffe is a pretty village with a cosy pub, but it was a bit early for that!
The walk along the River Skirfare to Litton was very nice, despite the rain we had to endure. The route crossed the river on stepping stones, but surprisingly, despite a fair bit of rain, I was able to walk on the river bed and hold onto the stones! Quite often the water flows beneath the ground in this limestone country! If you want to avoid this crossing, you could try HorKet One.
We had Sunday Lunch at the Queens Arms. We were lucky to get in though, as they were very busy. Then back out into the rain, and on, over a classic narrow bridge.
We started through fields then up a farm track onto the flank of Darnbrook Fell. There were good views of the valleys despite the rain.
The magnificent Pen-y-Ghent was gradually revealed as we continued, and the clouds slowly lifted. Halfway round we encountered several quite full streams crossing the path, mostly with bridges, however in some places we had to leap across. I’m only little, and would have had to wade if I’d been on my own, but I guess in better weather this wouldn’t have been necessary.
Because of the wet ground, it was actually a bit of a relief to reach the tarmac of a quiet road near Giant’s Grave. Where we left the road again, at Dale Head, there were long views south towards Settle, and there was phone signal! The rubble track was easy to follow but a bit uncomfortable underfoot. The hairpin turn north again might have been easy to miss, but it was a welcome grassy path across sheep pasture. We started to get views down into Horton-in-Ribblesdale, and the quarries behind it. We got glimpses of Ingleborough through the clouds. The last bit of road into Horton, the B6479, was a bit busier and faster, but there was a wide grass verge and very shortly we reached a quiet cut-through road, and then pavement.
All-in-all, a very enjoyable walk, despite the weather. I might have given this 5* in good weather with the potential for excellent views.

I walked this route from Kettlewell to Horton.

The route begins with a very tricky and challenging climb up and over a fell between Kettlewell and Arncliffe. There are some steep and rocky sections, and it requires a bit of sure-footedness. After Arncliffe comes a really pleasant section along the River Skirfare, a lovely riverside walk through field and forest.

The pub in Litton was a perfect stop for lunch (but they almost couldn't accommodate us as we hadn't made a booking on a Sunday afternoon!).

Between Litton and the road intersection is a track that's pretty good for walking along the side of a slope, though there were several water crossings that were challenging.

The walk down the road was fine for walking, and the last section of off-road paths towards Horton was really comfortable and pleasant.

The views on this route, especially approaching Horton, are incredible. You go right round the south of Pen-y-ghent, offering specacular views from several angles.

It's a nicely varied route with a lot on offer, and a really fun and beautiful (but sometimes challenging!) walk.

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