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The trail winds down past a couple of shelters to a ford crossing Barden Beck, where enough conveniently placed rocks enable you to get to the other bank without suffering wet feet. In contrast to the bleakness of the moor, this spot is quite idyllic and, if the weather is kind, a great spot to dally for a picnic.

Rising beyond, the track swings left through a gate and continues at a respectful distance above the shore of the lower lake. Ultimately reaching the foot of the reservoir, keep right at successive junctions to join the access track from Broad Park House. Follow it away, climbing steadily back to the lane beside the start point.

WALK 3

Simon’s Seat

StartCavendish Pavilion car park, Bolton Abbey (SE 078551)Distance8.5 miles (13.7km)Total Ascent490m (1608ft)Time3hr30TerrainGenerally good paths throughout. Note the Permissive Path onto Barden Fell may occasionally be closed for shooting between August and December; dogs are not allowed at any time of year.MapsExplorer OL2 – Yorkshire Dales (Southern & Western areas)RefreshmentsCafé by car parkToiletsBeside car parkParkingCavendish Pavilion car park

Barden Fell is the culmination of a long, broad ridge that separates Wharfedale from Nidderdale, and although at just 485m it is not particularly high, its bulk and relative detachment invest in it an exaggerated sense of scale. In good weather, this ascent through the Valley of Desolation onto the upper moor is straightforward and contrasts with a meandering return beside the River Wharfe.