Grassington village – Hebden Suspension Bridge loop from Burnsall

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Burnsall

Grassington village – Hebden Suspension Bridge loop from Burnsall

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Grassington village – Hebden Suspension Bridge loop from Burnsall

05:01

18.1km

310m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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60 m

Burnsall Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

After heavy rain in the Yorkshire Dales, the River Wharfe swells as it rushes through Burnsall Bridge in Lower Wharfedale. The Grade II-listed packhorse bridge dates from the 17th century and was restored in the 19th century.

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7.52 km

old mine workings

Archaeological Site

8.94 km

Grassington Lead Mines Ruins and Tunnels

Highlight • Cave

9.30 km

old mine workings?

Archaeological Site

10.3 km

Inclined and Shallow Mine Shafts

Highlight • Structure

12.8 km

Grassington village

Highlight • Settlement

Grassington is a pretty village set within the stunning scenery of Upper Wharfedale. There are pubs, cafes and shops in the village, which has a rich history stretching back to the 12th century.

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13.6 km

Linton Falls

Highlight • Natural Monument

After heavy rain or snow make sure you check with local agencies as to whether bridges and/or stepping stones are passable.

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15.3 km

Lythe Plantation

Forest

16.4 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Hebden Suspension Bridge was built by local blacksmith William Bell and opened in September 1885. The bridge rocks a little as you walk over it, and is quite narrow, resulting in a fun crossing of the River Wharfe.

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16.4 km

Hebden Suspension Bridge over the River Wharfe

Highlight • Bridge

A particularly gorgeous part of the walk on the northern banks of River Wharf between Hebden Mill and Grassington, which is also a part of the Dales Way trail. The …

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