The walk I found online was a 5-mile circular route from Leyburn to Harmby and back, starting in Leyburn. However, we started the walk at Harmby so that we could see the waterfall at the end
of the walk.
To Leyburn
Harmby is a small village near Leyburn in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire. We left our car on Harmby Bank, and
after a bit of confusion about where the start of the walk was, we
headed down the hill until we reached a farm and walked along a wildflower path. We were joined on this part of the walk by a cute black cat who followed
us for quite a way.
The views from here stretched for miles. There was a sign pointing out all the landmarks in the distance – including
Middleham Castle.
Leyburn
There were lots of cafes, several pubs, a market and
many other shops in Leyburn. Market day is on a Friday.
From Leyburn, the walk takes you back
through several fields, some with cows in, until you reach Harmby Quarry. The start of the walk and Harmby waterfall is just over the road from here. You have to
cross over a stream to get to the waterfall, while a wooden gate allows closer
access. It was lovely and quiet; we didn’t see another person whilst we were
there.
