The long walk this month, led by Ian Park, is the 8-mile walk postponed from June. It will visit the dramatic limestone scenery around Feizor. Transport by Ilkley Community Transport minibus.  To allow for the extra journey time, we will be meeting earlier than usual. Arrive at Burley Station car park in time to leave promptly at 9.00.  Remember to bring £8 in cash for the minibus. Numbers are limited so please book beforehand via [email protected].  No dogs allowed.

Leaving Stainforth above Settle, we will visit Stainforth Force then  follow the riverside path to Stackhouse.  Beyond and behind the village, we climb steeply at first into limestone country following the route of Wainright’s Pennine Journey, to the tiny hamlet of Feizor. The aim is  to stop here at Elaine’s café if not too busy.  Leaving on the Dales High Way, we climb Smearsett Scar with fantastic views on a clear day – before descending back to Stainforth.  We may also call into the campsite bar at Knight Stainforth near the end of the walk. Remember to bring a picnic lunch and sufficient water. You will need to be equipped for a high level walk with possible bad weather.  There are several stiles en route and a couple of steep ascents and descents.