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Scenery, Kirklees Tourism
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Wherever you are in Kirklees, you're never far from some wonderful
scenery. Whether you want a gentle ramble or a strenuous walk, take
time to explore and you'll be rewarded with quiet countryside and
far-reaching views.
The Peak District National Park and The National Trust Marsden Moor
Estate cover the high Pennine moors above Marsden, Meltham and Holmfirth.
The steep-sided Holme and Colne valleys cut deep into the moors, while
to the north and east the landscape becomes gentler, with rolling
green fields and woodlands.
Walkers can get off the beaten track or make use of one of the many
trails throughout the area. The Pennine Way passes above Marsden and
the Kirklees Way provides a challenging 72-mile route that circles
the district, taking in the best of the landscape scenery, history
and unusual features. The Colne Valley Circular Walk (12 miles) and
the Holme Valley Circular Walk (24 miles) are just two of the popular
routes that allow you to explore the unique character of these picturesque
valleys. While in the north of the district the Spen Valley Heritage
Trail and the Bronte Way allow you to discover the areas history and
scenery.
If that's all a bit too energetic, there are plenty of places to enjoy
a short stroll, have a picnic or simply relax and take in the view.
Popular spots include the many reservoirs that stud the valleys south
and west of Huddersfield such as Digley, Ramsden and Brownhill reservoirs
in the Holme Valley and those of the Wessenden Valley above Marsden.
Other favourites are the towpaths of the canals that run through the
area or a walk around Huddersfield's famous landmark Castle Hill,
near Almondbury.
At Oakwell Hall Country Park, there are 100 acres of the Elizabethan
Manor's origional estate to be explored. As well as way-marked nature
trails to lead you through the grounds, there's an equestrian area,
an adventure playground and numerous picnic areas.
Convenient public links can get you out into the counrtyside or link
up the start and finish of your walk. The scenic Pennistone railway
from Huddersfield to Sheffield and trains to Marsden and Slaithwaite,
present countless possibilities for walks. Regular bus services also
provide easy access to the countryside.
To help you enjoy the countryside, a wide range of walk guides, leaflets
and maps are available in our Tourist Information Centres (small charge).
If you don't want to head out on your own, why not join a guided walk
and discover the countryside with an expert? Choose from an extensive
programme of walks to suit all levels offered throughout the year
by Kirklees Countryside Unit or The National Trust. Guided walks and
countryside events are listed in the What's On in Kirklees brochure,
available from Tourist Information Centres in Kirklees. Alternatively,
for more information on guided walks or routes, contact: National
Trust, Marsden Moor Estate. Tel: 01484 47016,
Holmfirth Tourist Information Centre. Tel: 01484 222444,
or Kirklees Countryside Unit. Tel: 01484 234000.
Quiet country lanes are ideal
for cyclists to explore. The West Yorkshire Cycleway drops down into
the upper reaches of the Colne and Holme valleys before moving onto
the more gentle countryside of Denby Dale to the west. Alternatively,
you can enjoy a traffic free ride on the Spen Valley Greenway from
Cleckheaton or the nearby Trans-Pennine Trail.
Our countryside lends itself to many outdoor pursuits with riding,
sailing, angling, orienteering, rock climbing, hang-gliding and paragliding
all popular locally. . |
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