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Dales Way Essential Information
Accommodation
One of the highlights of this tour is the high standard of the accommodation. We specifically choose the hotels, inns, guesthouses and B&B’s to ensure that you enjoy every minute of your stay. They all offer a warm welcome to walkers, traditional hospitality and delicious local food.
Below you will find a list of the accommodation we regularly use which will give you a good idea of the standard of accommodation we use: View Accommodation Details
Single Rooms
This independent walking holiday is available to solo walkers but as all our holidays are priced per person based on two sharing there is a single supplement payable to cover the additional costs we incur.
Meals
A hearty breakfast is included each morning. Lunch and dinner are not included so you are free to choose from the available options. Most of your accommodations will more than happy to provide a packed lunch on request and this can be booked on arrival. Dinner is available either at your accommodation or nearby pubs or restaurants.
Baggage Transfer
Your bags will be transferred from your accommodation as per your itinerary and moved onto your next overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 15kg per person.
Equipment
Your information pack has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes and a day pack.
Dogs
Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate walkers with dogs as many of the accommodation providers do not accept pets.
Availability
This walking holiday is best enjoyed between April and October. You can start on any date that suits your travel plans and you will find up to date availability on our website. The Fife Coastal Path is very popular so it is best to book as far in advance as you are able to.
Bed & Breakfast
Little Gate Farm - Barden
Enjoy a warm welcome into this 15th century farmhouse B&B, nestled in the beautiful Wharfedale countryside of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Bed & Breakfast
Manor House - Burnsall
The Manor House is located 150 yards from the Red Lion Inn, Where you are welcome to Eat and drink. The bedrooms are modern, most having lovely views of the River Wharfe and the village.
Bed & Breakfast
Craiglands - Grassington
This Edwardian house, built in the early 1900's, still retains many of its original features, such as some beautiful stained glass. The B&B is further enhanced with elegant and tasteful décor.
Country Inn
Blue Bell Inn - Kettlewell
Come and enjoy the charm and character of our 17th Century Coaching Inn, a warm and friendly atmosphere, fine cask ales, the best quality home-cooked food and comfortable en-suite accommodation.
Bed & Breakfast
Hartrigg House - Buckden
Hartrigg House is a large detached Victorian House with magnificent uninterrupted views down the Wharfe valley. The property lies at the southern entrance to the village.
Bed & Breakfast
Kirkgill Manor - Hubberholme
The Manor stands on the edge of the ancient and picturesque hamlet of Hubberholme, enjoying magnificent views of the surrounding fells.
Country Inn
George & Dragon - Dent
The George & Dragon is a grade 2 listed building in the centre of Dent Village. A popular choice with walkers and locals this Inn has supplies a fine selection of local ales.
Bed & Breakfast
Bridge House - Kendal
Bridge House is a beautiful 'listed' Georgian building, a former station-master's house and was built in approximately 1840. The house has two guest bedrooms: a twin and a double, both with ensuite shower rooms.
Guest House
Eastbourne - Bowness-on-Windermere
Eastbourne Guest House is a deceptively large Victorian Lakeland stone-built guest house offering superior bed and breakfast accommodation.
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Travel Information
Getting to/from Ilkley
By Air
The closest airpost is Leeds/Bradford and there are frequent bus links to Ilkley.
By Rail
Ilkley is well serviced via Leeds which connects with most major towns, trains leave every hour from Leeds. For more information check out the National Rail Enquiries web page.
By Road
We generally recommend that you use public transport to access your walk. Should you be driving please contact your accommodation directly to enquire about parking. The Dales area is bordered by major trunk roads. Leeds can also be reached by National Express Busses with local services to Ilkley.
Getting to/from Bowness-on-Windermere
From the end of the walk at Bowness-on-Windermere you can travel onwards by all forms of public transport, as it is well linked.
Private Transfers
We are more than happy to organise private transfers, airport pickups and drop-offs at very reasonable prices. This often works out as a very cost effective option for small groups. Please contact us with your requirements for a quote.
