Settle may be famous for its railway links but it also the perfect base for exploring the Yorkshire Dales, Forest of Bowland and the Three Peaks. This selection of lesser trodded paths all start within a ten mile radius of the market town.

Settle outskirts
0 miles from Settle
As this walk sets off from Settle Market Place, you can spend some time exploring the famous market town before embarking on a walk that visits a couple of caves, Catrigg Force and has a view of Pen-Y-Ghent in the distance.
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Stainforth
3 miles from Settle
Take in the famous 17th century packhorse bridge and then pass the famous force of nature that is Stainforth Force in this exploration of the small hamlet of Feizor.
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Pen-Y-Ghent and Plover Hill
6 miles from Settle
This walk links Pen-Y-Ghent to the neighbouring Plover Hill, which is often overlooked by walkers but together the two summits add up to a fine day out, offering wide views of the surrounding fells.
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Great British Life: Robin Procter's Scar by Terry FletcherRobin Procter's Scar by Terry Fletcher (Image: Archant)

Austwick
6 miles from Settle
This walk from Austwick does reward with views of two of the famous Three Peaks, but don't let that distract you from the many local landmarks and beauty spots in this section of the Dales.
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Great British Life: Horton-in-Ribblesdale Station by Terry FletcherHorton-in-Ribblesdale Station by Terry Fletcher (Image: Archant)

Horton-in-Ribblesdale
7 miles from Settle
Settle Railway Station is an iconic Grade II listed building and you can start your day making the short ten minute train journey from here to Horton-in-Ribblesdale which is the start point of this walk.
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Calton and Malhamdale
7 miles from Settle
Starting out at the small hamlet of Calton you can explore the beautiful countryside of Malhamdale while avoiding the crowds of Malham, on a good day you will spot the iconic limestone rocks of Malham Cove in the distance.
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All the routes were correct at the time of publication, over time access to certain parts of the walk may be subject to change. We advise you acquire a recent OS map of the area you plan to visit and assure there are no major changes.