Secrets of the Malham Tarn Estate
Walk with us to discover secrets of the landscape, history and nature that make the Malham Tarn Estate so special. Explore with our volunteer walk leaders to learn about this place, get fitter and meet new people.
- Booking essential
- Free event
This gently-paced 3.5 mile walk will uncover some of the secrets of the Malham Tarn Estate; we'll explore how it was formed, what lives here, what has happened here in years gone by and how the Trust looks after it now. Immerse yourself in the best bits of this amazing landscape and understand it better, while getting fit and meeting new people.
We'll mainly follow gravelly estate tracks and paths, with some boardwalk and grassed sections. the route is fairly level though there are a couple of uphill stretches and a couple of very short steeper sections. We will be going at an easy pace and we'll stop frequently to find out about things of interest and rest. There will be an opportunity to use the toilet, though please note there are no toilet facilities at the start of the walk. there will be a lunch stop (please bring a packed lunch).
Meet at the Quarry car park at 10.15am for a 10.30am walk start. Please note that there is limited phone signal in the area so download all the information before you set off.
This is the first in a new programme of group walks here in the Dales so if you can't make this one, please do check back for more. If you need a more accessible walk, or have a suggestion about a walk we could organise, please email yorkshiredales@nationaltrust.org.uk and let us know.
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The basics
- Booking number
Call 0344 249 1895
- Accessibility
This walk is mainly on estate tracks and paths with rough, gravelly surfaces We will also go on some grass and boardwalk. The gradient is mostly level but there are two uphill stretches and one very short stepped downhill section. We will walk at a comfortable pace suited to group members and will stop regularly. There is a toilet about halfway round the route.
- Meeting point
Meet at Quarry car park, on the Settle to Arncliffe Road. Postcode BD24 9PT What Three Words ///abruptly.according.climate National Grid Reference SD882671 Approx 15 mins drive from Settle or Malham
- Suitability for children
Children able to walk 3.5 miles welcome (must be accompanied by an adult).
- What to bring and wear
Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing for the weather and sturdy footwear. Bring a packed lunch and drink. Hat and sunscreen recommended if sunny. Please bring your booking confirmation.
- Other
Sorry, no dogs as we are on the boardwalk in the National Nature Reserve for parts of the walk. If walks suitable for dogs are of interest please email us on the address above. Please check your email on the day, before travelling to the event in case we need to cancel due to poor weather or other factors.