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The White Shire Blog
Discover more of Yorkshire through The White Shire.
Our blog brings together stories, guides, ideas and experiences from across the White Rose County, covering Yorkshire walks, history, attractions, events, businesses, places to stay and the people and places that make Yorkshire interesting.
We're particularly interested in discovering the stories and places you might otherwise miss, from the history behind a Yorkshire village to a new walking route, an independent local business or something happening in the county.
Our articles are based on our own experiences, research and discoveries as we explore more of Yorkshire.
Whether you're planning a day out, looking for somewhere new to visit or simply want to discover more about Yorkshire, explore our latest articles below.
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Bramham Circular Walk
Looking for an easy village and countryside walk between Leeds and Wetherby? Our 4.53-mile Bramham Circular Walk explores one of West Yorkshire's historic villages, with peaceful countryside, old lanes and connections stretching back to Roman and medieval Yorkshire.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We found it to be a nice, easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Nov 21, 20246 min read
Shipley Glen Circular Walk
Looking for an easy circular walk near Saltaire and Baildon? Our 3.28-mile Shipley Glen Circular Walk explores one of West Yorkshire's most interesting landscapes, combining woodland, moorland scenery and a fascinating Victorian leisure heritage.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We found this to be a nice, easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Feb 26, 20246 min read
Slaithwaite Circular Walk
Looking for a circular walk around Slaithwaite that can be a good choice when Yorkshire's field paths are muddy? Our 4.99-mile Slaithwaite Circular Walk combines the hills of the Colne Valley with village scenery, industrial heritage and the Huddersfield Narrow Canal.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate it as easy overall, although there's a steep uphill section near the start that certainly gets the legs work
Michael Palmer
Feb 5, 20247 min read
Otley Circular Walk
Looking for an easy circular walk around Otley? Our 5.72-mile Otley Circular Walk combines the historic market town with the beautiful countryside of Wharfedale and some uphill walking along the way.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate it as easy overall, although there are uphill sections that require a little more effort.
Michael Palmer
Jan 30, 20247 min read
Harden Moor Circular Walk
Harden Circular Walk 3.53 Harden Moor Circular Walk – 3.53 Moderate Miles in West Yorkshire Looking for a shorter moorland walk near Bingley and Keighley? Our 3.53-mile Harden Moor Circular Walk explores the open countryside above Harden, with moorland paths, far-reaching views and a history stretching back thousands of years. Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire. We'd rate this walk as moderate. Although it's only 3.53 mil
Michael Palmer
Dec 18, 20238 min read
Brighouse Circular Walk
Looking for an easy circular walk around Brighouse? Our 4.44-mile Brighouse Circular Walk combines this historic Calderdale town with the River Calder, waterways and the industrial landscape that helped shape this part of West Yorkshire.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Oct 2, 20236 min read
Rodley to Apperley Bridge Circular Walk.
Looking for an easy canal walk near Leeds? Our 4.33-mile Rodley to Apperley Bridge Circular Walk combines peaceful waterside walking, the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, the River Aire and the industrial heritage of this interesting part of West Yorkshire.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Sep 27, 20237 min read
Thwaites Watermill Circular Walk
Thwaite Watermill Circular Walk – 4.88 Easy Miles in Leeds, West Yorkshire
Looking for an easy walk near Leeds with waterside scenery and plenty of local history? Our 4.88-mile Thwaite Watermill Circular Walk follows paths around the River Aire and Aire & Calder Navigation, passing through a landscape that played an important part in Leeds' industrial story.
Michael Palmer
Aug 28, 20236 min read
Gawthorpe Circular Walk
Looking for an easy circular walk around Gawthorpe and Ossett? Our 6.77-mile Gawthorpe Circular Walk combines countryside, local history and one of West Yorkshire's most distinctive village traditions – the famous Gawthorpe Maypole.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Aug 27, 20237 min read
Leeds & Liverpool Canal and Holbeck Viaduct Circular Walk
Looking for an easy walk in Leeds that combines canal-side walking, industrial history and a different view of the city? Our 3.36-mile Leeds & Liverpool Canal and Holbeck Viaduct Circular Walk explores a fascinating part of Leeds shaped by canals, railways and industry.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
May 14, 20238 min read
Ferrybridge Canal & River Aire Circular Walk
Looking for an easy waterside walk in West Yorkshire? Our 4.27-mile Ferrybridge Canal and River Aire Circular Walk combines pleasant walking beside the water with an interesting mixture of local, industrial and transport history.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
May 8, 20238 min read
Hooton Pagnell Circular Walk
Looking for an easy village and countryside walk in South Yorkshire? Our 3.4-mile Hooton Pagnell Circular Walk explores one of the most attractive historic villages around Doncaster, combining peaceful countryside with limestone cottages, an ancient church and centuries of Yorkshire history.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
May 1, 20237 min read
Kirkstall Abbey Circular Walk
Looking for an easy walk in Leeds that combines riverside and canal-side walking with one of Yorkshire's finest medieval ruins? Our 6.16-mile Kirkstall Abbey Circular Walk gives you all of that, with plenty of history along the way.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Apr 30, 20238 min read
Ackworth Circular Walk
Looking for an easy circular walk near Pontefract? Our 4.42-mile Ackworth Circular Walk explores the village and surrounding countryside, combining easy walking with local history, rural views and one of West Yorkshire's strongest Quaker connections.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We'd rate this as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Apr 17, 20237 min read
Saltaire to Bingley Five Rise Locks Circular Walk
Looking for an easy canal walk in West Yorkshire with plenty to see along the way? Our 6.87-mile Saltaire to Bingley Five Rise Locks Circular Walk combines easy waterside walking with two of the Aire Valley’s most interesting landmarks.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We rate it as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Apr 16, 20238 min read
Ackworth Loop Walk
Looking for an easy countryside walk near Pontefract? Our 3.8-mile Ackworth Loop Walk explores the village we now call home and the surrounding West Yorkshire countryside.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We rate it as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Apr 10, 20237 min read
Ackworth & Hundhill Loop Walk
Looking for an easy countryside walk near Pontefract? Our 5.96-mile Ackworth and Hundhill Loop Walk takes us from the village we now call home into the surrounding West Yorkshire countryside, passing historic Hundhill Hall along the way.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We rate it as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Apr 10, 20237 min read
Ackworth and Hessle Loop Walk
Looking for an easy countryside walk near Pontefract? Our 4.22-mile Ackworth and Hessle Loop Walk takes us from our home village of Ackworth into the peaceful countryside around Hessle and Hill Top.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We rate it as an easy walk.
At 4.22 miles, it’s a nice manageable distance – long enough to feel like we’ve had a proper walk without taking up the whole day.
Michael Palmer
Apr 10, 20238 min read
Slaithwaite to Marsden Canal Walk
Looking for an easy canal walk in West Yorkshire with impressive Pennine scenery and plenty of industrial history along the way? Our 6.62-mile Slaithwaite to Marsden Canal Walk follows the Huddersfield Narrow Canal through the Colne Valley towards Marsden and the famous Standedge Tunnel.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We rate it as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Apr 8, 20238 min read
Holmbridge & Digley Reservoir Walk
Looking for an easy reservoir walk near Holmfirth? Our 4.03-mile Holmbridge and Digley Reservoir Walk combines beautiful Holme Valley scenery, waterside paths, open countryside and the character of the small Yorkshire village of Holmbridge.
Lyn and I personally walked, photographed and GPS recorded this route for The White Shire.
We rate it as an easy walk.
Michael Palmer
Feb 3, 20237 min read
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