Ribhor one

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I set off from the village of Horton on a warm, sunny (but not stifling) day. The view back to Pen-y-ghent was really impressive. The original level crossing at the station had been diverted to the other end of the platform while a new footbridge with lifts was being constructed. So, the route currently (like in the past) involves a level crossing, but won’t in the future.
The well-trodden path across the fields was very clear. There were gates, including one with a few steps up to it. The Ingleborough National Nature Reserve also had an obvious path although it was a bit stony and rough sometimes, and also had some stone paving across boggier areas. It was very nice though, with lots of wild flowers and moorland birds!
At the corner, there is no short-cut as indicated on the map, but in practice it was very easy to follow.
On leaving the Pennine Bridleway, there were several fields to cross (including one ladder stile), one of which contained a lot of cows and calves – and also a bull!! Fortunately, they all seemed to walk off in the opposite direction as though they were scared of me. I stuck near the edge of the field just in case though.
A short section of road, and some more fields brought me to a line of small limestone cliffs with a hidden gap leading to the higher path through wildflower meadows.
The final road section was not too bad, it was easy enough to use the verge when vehicles came past.
Right at the end, it was possible to cut the corner across grass, to arrive at the welcoming pub, with its grand view of the viaduct.
All very lovely, with views of all of the Three Peaks – and I even heard a cuckoo.

I walked this route from Ribblehead to Horton.

I started by taking the train to Ribblehead, then diverted north a bit to go visit the iconic viaduct!

Next, the route has a good long stretch along the B road headed south. This is also part of the 3 peaks challenge, so clearly people generally consider this route acceptable for walking. I found it fine, and traffic was relatively quiet on a Monday morning, but there were several stretches without much in the way of verges or shoulders, so it felt a bit exposed at parts.

The parts away from the road were really lovely. Lots of field walking with gorgeous views of the valley below. Especially the bit from the Outdoor Activity Centre to Horton was stunning. I definitely recommend this route, which has so much to offer!.

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