Walking groups and routes near Ilkley
Looking for a good walking route near Ilkley? Explore ideas around Wharfedale and neighbouring Baildon, then find people to walk with. Some starts need a short journey from Ilkley, so check the provider’s map before planning your meeting point.
Your pace. Your kind of walking company.
Check a group’s usual walking day, pace and distance before asking to join. For a weekend walk, choose Saturday or Sunday in the group search. Group bases and the places they walk can be different, so try the Walks search too.
Look for group walks near IlkleyWhich route would your group enjoy?
These are route ideas from published sources, not scheduled NextRamble outings. Distances are approximate. Check the original provider’s directions, current access and facilities before using a route, especially if anyone has specific access needs.
Bolton Abbey riverside: Cavendish Pavilion to the Strid
Bolton Abbey estate, Wharfedale, North Yorkshire
A short there-and-back riverside walk on the Bolton Abbey estate in Wharfedale, following the Yorkshire Dales Miles without Stiles route from the Cavendish Pavilion to the Strid on a compacted stone path.
3.6 km / 2.2 milesThere and back
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Firm gravel paths
- Stile-free route, checked
- Hills and effort
- Gentle hills
- Facilities and rest stops
- Public toilets
- Accessible toilets
- Benches or seating
- Car parking
View the provider’s route for Bolton Abbey riverside: Cavendish Pavilion to the Strid, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No closure found for the riverside path. Barden Bridge car park closed until spring 2027. Estate parking fees apply. Barden Moor and Fell may close in dry spells, which does not affect this riverside path.
Route facts from the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority Access Hub and the Bolton Abbey estate website.
Research checked . Recheck the provider’s current information before your visit.
Grand Circuit of Baildon Moor and Shipley Glen
Baildon, Bradford district, West Yorkshire
A moderate circular ramble from Baildon centre across Baildon Moor's heath and open hillside and down to the wooded Shipley Glen, with refreshments at the glen and some short, steep, rough sections.
10 km / 6.2 milesAbout 180 minutesCircular route
- Surfaces and obstacles
- Paved or tarmac paths
- Uneven ground or tree roots
- Steps
- Stiles
- Gates or kissing gates
- Road walking or road crossings
- Hills and effort
- Steep climbs
- Facilities and rest stops
- Café
- Car parking
- Bus stop near the start
View the provider’s route for Grand Circuit of Baildon Moor and Shipley Glen, opens a new tabSources and what to check
No current access notice source checked. The leaflet dates from 2014.
Route facts from Baildon Walkers are Welcome, published by City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council.
Research checked . Recheck the provider’s current information before your visit.
How do you turn an idea into a group walk?
- Find a group, or create one for people you already know.
- Start a vote and choose from the researched route ideas, reuse a previous route or suggest your own.
- Check the details, add your date and meeting point, then let the group compare and vote.
The route, current conditions and each walker’s requirements need checking by the organisers. A facility label is useful information, rather than a guarantee that a route suits everyone.
New to walking with a group?
Can I look for walking groups near me?
Yes. Search using your town or full UK postcode, then compare a group’s usual pace, distance and walking day. You can browse public groups without signing in, and create an account when you want to ask to join.
Do I need an existing walking group?
No. Look for a group in your area, or bring friends and neighbours together in a new one. NextRamble helps you compare ideas and vote on your next walk, alongside the conversations you already have elsewhere.
Are there gentle walks as well as longer rambles?
Look at distance, terrain, hills and facilities together. A short route can still have steps or uneven ground. Ask the organisers about anything you need to know before agreeing to join a walk.