Hiking & The Yorkshire Three Peaks
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The Yorkshire Three Peaks Hiking Route
Pen-y-ghent • Whernside • Ingleborough
The famous 24-mile circular Yorkshire Three Peaks route takes in Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough, with the trail passing directly along the end of Ashes Farm’s drive. The challenge is usually completed within 12 hours, rewarding walkers with spectacular views across the Yorkshire Dales.
Staying at Ashes Farm is ideal for those wanting to experience the Three Peaks at their own pace. During busy periods, you can avoid the crowds starting in Horton-in-Ribblesdale by simply walking out of our drive and joining the route. Our self-catering cottage and lodges provide the flexibility for early starts and relaxing evenings after a day on the hills.
More information: https://www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/sites/13/2019/10/yorkshire-three-peaks-walk-description-map.pdf
Explore the Three Peaks at your own pace
Prefer a slower-paced adventure? Spread your walk over two or three days, exploring individual sections of the route without the pressure of completing the full challenge in one day.
With Horton-in-Ribblesdale railway station nearby, you can also use the train to plan different walking routes and explore more of the surrounding Yorkshire Dales.
Leave your car at Ashes Farm and enjoy the Three Peaks your way.
Long-distance walks through the Dales
Ashes Farm is ideally located for exploring some of northern England’s best-known long-distance trails. The Pennine Way, Pennine Bridleway and Dales Way all pass through the surrounding countryside, with their routes coming together at Gearstones, just two miles from Ashes Farm. From here, walkers can join the trails and explore further into the Yorkshire Dales, whether you're looking for a short section or a longer walking adventure.
Running for 268 miles from the Peak District to the Scottish Borders, the Pennine Way passes through the Yorkshire Dales and over Pen-y-ghent.
The 205-mile Pennine Bridleway crosses the Yorkshire Dales, following historic tracks and beautiful limestone landscapes.
The 80-mile Dales Way runs from Ilkley to Bowness-on-Windermere, following rivers and valleys through some of the Dales’ finest scenery.