Walk from Leyburn to Harmby Waterfall


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

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. Harmby is a small village near Leyburn in Wensleydale, North Yorkshire.

The views from here were amazing. There was a sign pointing out all the landmarks in the distance – including Middleham Castle.


Leyburn

Leyburn was a much bigger town than I thought it would be. There were lots of cafes, several pubs, a market and many other shops. Market day in Leyburn 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.



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