Nidderdale National Landscape

Reservoirs, heather moorland, and valleys carved through the Yorkshire hills

Rolling moorland, wooded valleys, rivers, and open reservoirs create a landscape shaped by water, geology, and centuries of farming. Located in North Yorkshire, the Nidderdale National Landscape combines some of northern England's finest upland scenery with quiet countryside, historic villages, and a rich network of walking routes through the heart of the Yorkshire hills.

Long-distance trails such as the Nidderdale Way, Six Dales Trail, and sections of the Ripon Rowel Walk pass through the landscape, linking places including Pateley Bridge, Masham, Grassington, Ripley, and Lofthouse. Moorland paths, riverside trails, woodland tracks, and upland routes reveal changing views across heather-covered hills, dramatic reservoirs, limestone valleys, and traditional stone-built settlements, creating journeys closely connected to the character of the landscape.

Whether following a long-distance trail, exploring the valleys around Upper Nidderdale, or walking between villages and reservoirs, Nidderdale rewards time spent on foot. Expansive scenery, varied terrain, and a strong sense of tranquillity make it one of Yorkshire's most rewarding destinations for self-guided travel.