River Aire Walk
Follow the River Aire from Leeds to Malham Tarn on this splendid long distance walk through the Yorkshire Dales.
The walk starts in Leeds city centre, near to the train station and follows the Leeds and Liverpool Canal and the River through the city. You'll pass the wildlife rich Rodley Nature Reserve and the picturesque ruins of Kirkstall Abbey set in a public park on the northern bank of the River Aire.
You continue through the woodland of Kirkstall Forge and Calverley Woods before passing the villages of Apperley Bridge and Esholt.
You then head through Shipley where a short detour to visit the pretty woods and beck in Shipley Glen is advised. This section also passes the fascinating Victorian model village of Saltaire.
The trail continues north west through Bingley St Ives, Keighley, Skipton and Gargrave where the route links with the Pennine Way.
The final section runs from Gargrave to the wonderful Malham Tarn Estate where you can enjoy a waterside stroll along the glacial lake before finishing.
Postcode
BD17 7QX - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsRiver Aire Ordnance Survey Map 
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River Aire Open Street Map 
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River Aire OS Map 
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River Aire Open Street Map 
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Further Information and Other Local Ideas
Near Keighley the path passes close to the Keighley Worth Way. This circular trail explores the lovely Worth Valley, visiting Haworth and the Penistone Hill Country Park, where there are fine waterside trails around Lower Laithe Reservoir and great views from the elevated position of the park.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
River Aire in Leeds. Taken from the Leeds Royal Armoury building.
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Kirkstall Abbey ruins
Apperley Bridge over the River Aire
The River in Saltaire
Esholt river view
Canoes on the river at Bingley
River Aire between Carleton and Skipton
