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The Dales has many moods; wild, windswept, calm, peaceful, with valleys of hay meadows, dry stone walls and barns. One of the country’s most picturesque places. The official National Park Authority BlueSkySocial account
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Ancient dry-stone walls and field barns are defining features of the Dales landscape - shaped over thousands of years by people and nature. This view is from the edge of Grass Woods (Grassington) looking in the direction of Conistone.

📸 Ken Readshaw | #YorkshireDales
A scenic rural landscape featuring gently sloping hills divided by multiple dry stone walls forming irregular, terraced fields. The foreground and midground display lush green grass, while the upper hills transition into muted brown tones with patches of exposed rock. Two small, traditional stone barns with pitched roofs are scattered among the fields, blending into the natural setting. Several leafless trees stand along the terraces, and a few white sheep graze on the grass. The sky above is overcast, casting soft, diffused light across the scene, creating a calm and pastoral atmosphere.
November 27, 2025 at 9:53 AM
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For waterfall Wednesday we're sharing this view of Cautley Spout. Situated in the Howgill Fells, on the western edge of the National Park, it's the highest - above ground - cascade waterfall in England.
📸 Christopher Werrett | #WaterfallWednesday #YorkshireDales
A narrow waterfall cascades down a steep rocky slope in a mountainous landscape. The water flows in thin streams over jagged, dark grey rocks, partially covered with moss and vegetation. Surrounding the waterfall are dense clusters of green trees and shrubs, contrasting with the golden-brown grassy hills that dominate the upper and lower parts of the scene. Scattered rocks and boulders are visible on the slopes, and the terrain appears rugged and uneven.
November 26, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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Troller's Gill has inspired several folk tales through the ages, including one about a magical dog called the Barguest that turns you to stone with one look from its huge eyes 👀

📸 Christopher Werrett

#YorkshireDales #TuesdayThoughts #StepIntoNature
A narrow rocky gorge with steep cliffs on both sides, partially covered in green moss and grass. The ground is strewn with uneven rocks and stones, forming a dry stream bed. In the background, a lush green valley opens up with rolling grassy hills and scattered trees, including a prominent leafy tree in the centre. Sunlight illuminates the scene, casting shadows on the rock faces, and the sky above is clear and bright blue, suggesting a sunny day in a rural or mountainous landscape.
November 25, 2025 at 9:18 AM
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Whatever your plans in the National Park over the coming days, please:

🚮 Take all your litter home
🐄 Be cattle aware while walking
🤝 Respect the life and work of people who live here

#YorkshireDales #Weekend #StepIntoNature
A scenic rural landscape featuring gently rolling green hills dotted with numerous white sheep grazing. In the mid-ground, a large leafless tree stands alone, casting a long shadow across the grass. To the right, a cluster of bare trees forms a small grove. Low stone walls run horizontally across the hills, dividing the fields. In the background, a range of snow-covered mountains stretches across the horizon under a bright blue sky with scattered fluffy clouds. The sunlight creates sharp contrasts between illuminated slopes and shaded areas, giving the scene a serene and picturesque quality.
November 21, 2025 at 9:06 AM
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The name 'Aysgarth' is from Old Norse, brought by Viking settlers to the area. It means 'open space in the oak trees'. The falls have attracted famous figures for over 200 years, including Wordsworth, J.M.W. Turner, and Ruskin.

#YorkshireDales #ThursdayThoughts #StepIntoNature
A wide, stepped waterfall cascades over dark, flat limestone ledges into a foaming, white torrent below. The water appears powerful and fast-flowing, with frothy waves spreading across the rocky riverbed. Bare deciduous trees line the upper bank on the left, their leafless branches silhouetted against a vivid blue sky scattered with fluffy white clouds. The sunlight highlights the texture of the rocks and the rippling water, creating a crisp, bright scene typical of a clear autumn day.
November 20, 2025 at 8:55 AM
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On Waterfall Wednesday we're sharing this view of Thornton Force along the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail. The River Twiss drops 14 metres off a cliff of limestone that was laid down over 350 million years ago.

📸 Lou Sadler | #YorkshireDales #WaterfallWednesday
November 19, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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The Waterside Viaduct in the Lune Valley was built between 1857 & 1861 for the Ingleton Branch Line of the London & North Western Railway. It's Grade II listed and features a striking cast-iron arch flanked by sandstone arches.

📸 Chris Werrett #YorkshireDales #TuesdayThoughts
A scenic view of a lush green forest with a calm river running through the center. The river reflects the surrounding trees and the sky above, creating a mirror-like effect. In the background, an arched iron bridge spans across the river, partially obscured by tall trees on both sides. The bridge has a delicate railing along its top edge. The sky is clear with a few scattered clouds, and sunlight filters through the foliage, casting soft shadows on the water and riverbank. The overall atmosphere is serene and natural, with vibrant greenery dominating the scene.
November 18, 2025 at 10:25 AM
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Each morning we open a window to the Dales and share some of its special qualities. We particularly love this dramatic view across Littondale 🙏

📸 Wendy McDonnell | #YorkshireDales #Littondale #MondayMotivation
A scenic view of a rolling valley in the countryside, featuring steep grassy hills in the foreground and a wide expanse of moorland in the background. The foreground shows sloping terrain with patches of green grass, scattered shrubs, and stone walls marking boundaries. Below, a lush green valley floor is dotted with trees and divided into fields by dry stone walls. The midground transitions into darker, forested areas, while the background consists of expansive, gently sloping hills covered in brownish heather and grass. The sky above is partly cloudy with patches of blue, casting soft shadows across the landscape, creating a mix of light and shade on the hills.
November 17, 2025 at 9:23 AM
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Cotter Force is a beautiful and relatively secluded waterfall in the Upper Wensleydale, just a couple of miles outside of Hawes. It is one of the most accessible waterfalls in the Dales.

#YorkshireDales #Cotterdale #Autumn
November 14, 2025 at 6:53 AM
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National Park rangers have upgraded a section of the “Coast to Coast” path to National Trail quality standard. A 3km stone-flagged surface has been laid over a notoriously treacherous peat bog in Birkdale. More 👇

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📸 Wendy McDonnell | #YorkshireDales
An aerial view of a vast, open moorland landscape under a cloudy sky with soft sunlight breaking through. A narrow, winding wooden boardwalk stretches from the foreground into the far distance, cutting through the green and brown terrain. The land is uneven with patches of grass, moss, and darker areas of exposed soil or peat. In the background, rolling hills rise gently, fading into misty layers toward the horizon. The overall scene conveys a sense of isolation and natural beauty, with the boardwalk serving as a clear path through the rugged environment.
November 13, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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On Waterfall Wednesday we're sharing this view of Pecca Falls along the Ingleton Waterfalls Trail.

📸 Lou Sadler | @IngletonFalls | #YorkshireDales #WaterfallWednesday
November 12, 2025 at 6:05 AM
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We've been asked by one of our Facebook followers to feature more views of Coverdale. And we're only too happy to oblige! Here's a throwback to the summer when all the heather was out across the Dale.

📸 Wendy McDonnell | #TuesdayThoughts #Coverdale #YorkshireDales
A scenic countryside landscape featuring a gently curving dry-stone wall that runs diagonally from the foreground to the midground, separating grassy fields from rolling moorland. The foreground shows a patch of green and yellow grass, while the midground and background are covered in purple heather, stretching across undulating hills. A single tree with green foliage stands beside the stone wall on the right side of the image. The sky above is bright blue with scattered white clouds, creating a sense of openness and tranquillity. The distant hills fade into softer tones, adding depth to the scene.
November 11, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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A typically autumnal view from Malhamdale 🍂🍁🧡

📸 Andy Kay | #YorkshireDales #Malham #Autumn #MondayMotivation
A scenic countryside landscape at sunrise or sunset, viewed from behind a metal gate and stone wall in the foreground. The sky dominates the upper half of the image, filled with dramatic streaks of orange, yellow, and gold near the horizon, fading into deep blue and gray tones higher up. Rolling green hills stretch across the middle ground, dotted with tufts of brown shrubs and divided by stone walls and hedgerows. In the distance, dark silhouettes of hills and ridges create a layered horizon. The lighting casts a warm glow on the landscape, highlighting the textures of the grass and stone. A moss-covered stone post is visible on the right side of the foreground, adding rustic detail to the scene.
November 10, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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Each morning we open a window to the Dales and share some of its special qualities. Whatever your plans in the National Park today, we hope you have a great time.

📸 Upper Wharfedale by Whitfield Benson | #YorkshireDales #StepIntoNature #Autumn
A peaceful rural landscape featuring rolling green fields bordered by dry stone walls. In the foreground, a single sheep grazes on the lush grass near a wooden and stone fence. Scattered trees with green and golden leaves dot the middle ground, suggesting early autumn. Beyond the trees, more sheep can be seen grazing in distant fields. The background shows gentle hills covered with a mix of grass and patches of woodland, bathed in warm sunlight under a clear blue sky. The scene evokes the calm and natural beauty of the English countryside.
November 8, 2025 at 8:34 AM
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Nestled in the beautiful surroundings of Bolton Abbey lies a deceptively peaceful stretch of river known as The Strid. At first glance, it looks like a gentle brook winding through mossy rocks - but don’t be fooled!

📸 Wendy McDonnell | #YorkshireDales #BoltonAbbey #TuesdayThoughts
A serene river winds through a lush forest in autumn. The water reflects the muted grey sky and the surrounding greenery, with gentle ripples on its surface. On both sides of the river, large moss-covered rocks form a rugged bank, glowing in vibrant green under soft sunlight. The forest is dense with trees displaying a mix of colours—bright yellow, orange, and green—indicating the seasonal transition. Fallen leaves scatter lightly across the ground, and the foliage creates a natural canopy that frames the river. The overall scene conveys tranquillity and natural beauty in a woodland setting
November 4, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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If you're back to work, back to school, back to wherever... we're sharing this autumnal view from above Askrigg for some inspiration and Monday motivation 🙏

📸 Wendy McDonnell | #YorkshireDales #MondayMotivation #Askrigg
A winding country road curves gently downhill through a picturesque rural landscape. On the left, a stone wall runs alongside the road, partially covered by autumn foliage from trees with golden-yellow leaves. Sunlight filters through the branches, casting warm tones on the grass and wall. Beyond the road, the scene opens into a wide valley with patchwork fields in shades of green, divided by hedgerows and stone walls. Scattered farmhouses and trees dot the valley, and in the distance, low hills rise under a partly cloudy blue sky. The overall atmosphere is serene and vibrant, capturing the essence of a sunny autumn day in the countryside
November 3, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Happy Halloween! 👻🧛🎃🧟‍♀️🦇

📸 Kate Frame's Swaledale Ram Head Pumpkin | #YorkshireDales #Halloween
A carved pumpkin sits on a brick step outside a doorway. The pumpkin design features the face of a ram or goat, illuminated from inside by a warm light. The carving includes two large, curved horns on either side, two oval-shaped eyes, and a prominent snout with a small mouth detail. The pumpkin’s surface is smooth and orange, with a dark green stem on top. The background consists of red brick walls and steps, partially lit by the glow from the pumpkin, creating a cosy night-time Halloween atmosphere.
October 31, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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💧 Hardraw Force – England’s tallest single-drop waterfall

📍 Tucked behind the Green Dragon Inn, this 100-foot cascade has inspired poets, painters, and adventurers for centuries.

📸 Wendy McDonnell | #HardrawForce #YorkshireDales #WaterfallWonders #ThursdayThoughts
A tall, narrow waterfall cascades from the top of a rugged limestone cliff into a rocky area below. The cliff face is layered with horizontal strata, creating a dramatic backdrop. At the base of the waterfall, there is a wooden gate and a stone wall, suggesting a walking trail or entrance to a nature reserve. Surrounding the scene are dense green shrubs and plants in the foreground, while trees with autumn foliage—bright orange, yellow, and green—frame the top of the waterfall. The overall setting is a secluded, natural gorge with a mix of earthy tones and vibrant fall colours under soft daylight.
October 30, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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For waterfall Wednesday we're sharing this image from Karen Hyde of Wain Wath Force in Swaledale.

📸 Karen Hyde Photography | #YorkshireDales #WaterfallWednesday
A serene autumn landscape featuring a small cascading waterfall flowing over dark, smooth rocks in a shallow river. The water appears silky and blurred, suggesting a long-exposure photograph. Surrounding the waterfall, the riverbank is lined with dense trees covered in golden-yellow and orange foliage, indicating peak fall season. Large moss-covered rocks are scattered near the falls, and the water below reflects muted tones of brown and cream. The overall scene conveys a tranquil, natural setting with vibrant autumn colours and gentle movement of water
October 29, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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Red squirrel in the Yorkshire Dales. #ThePhotoHour #squirrels #wildlife #nature #photography @yorkswildlife.bsky.social @yorkshiredales.org.uk @mammalsociety.bsky.social
Side view of a red squirrel holding a nut on the edge of a pond. The animal is reflected in the clear water.
October 28, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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Angram is a tiny hamlet in Upper Swaledale, between the villages of Muker and Keld. The surrounding environment is rich: the wet grasslands at Angram Bottoms support a diverse flora including orchids, sedges and marsh plants and is designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

📸 Karen Hyde
A rustic stone barn with a weathered gray roof stands on a gently sloping green hillside. The barn has three wooden doors and small square windows, showing signs of age. A winding dry-stone wall extends from the barn toward the foreground, curving through the vibrant grassy field. The grass is lush and dotted with tufts of darker vegetation. In the background, the hill rises further, with scattered leafless trees and additional stone walls creating a patchwork pattern across the landscape. The overall scene is serene and pastoral, evoking a traditional countryside setting
October 28, 2025 at 8:49 AM
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Happy half term if it begins properly for you this week! And for some Monday motivation we're sharing this view from Grass Wood in Grassington.

📸 Andy Kay | #YorkshireDales #MondayMotivation #HalfTerm
A narrow forest path winds through tall trees with smooth gray trunks and spreading roots covered in green moss. The ground is blanketed in fallen brown and red leaves, while the canopy above glows with a mix of green and golden-yellow foliage, suggesting early autumn. Sunlight filters softly through the leaves, casting a warm, gentle light on the path and forest floor. The scene feels calm, secluded, and inviting, drawing the viewer’s eye toward the light at the end of the path
October 27, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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Morning! If you're looking for half term inspiration, then check out our:

🚶‍♂️ Walking app - ow.ly/5InK50XgMc3
🚌 Transport blog - ow.ly/46Ai50XgMbW
📆 Event guide - ow.ly/XTRK50XgMbY

📸 Andy Kay | #GrassWood #YorkshireDales #StepIntoNature
A serene autumn landscape featuring a gently flowing river bordered by moss-covered rocks and green grass in the foreground. On the opposite riverbank stands a dense forest, its trees displaying a rich tapestry of fall colors — deep greens, golden yellows, warm oranges, and vibrant reds. The largest tree near the center has bright orange-red leaves that stand out prominently. The overcast sky casts soft, diffused light over the scene, enhancing the earthy tones and calm atmosphere. The overall mood is peaceful and reflective, evoking the quiet beauty of nature in mid-autumn.
October 24, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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Are you in need of some half term inspiration? Check out the events we currently have listed on the website, here 👇 In the meantime enjoy the this recent early morning view of Wensleydale ☀️

www.yorkshiredales.org.uk/events/

#YorkshireDales #HalfTerm #StepIntoNature
Scenic landscape at sunrise or sunset with a partly cloudy sky and warm sunlight filtering through. A grassy hill with rocky outcrops is in the foreground, overlooking misty fields and distant hills in the background
October 23, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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On waterfall Wednesday we're sharing this view of one of a series of small falls in Shaw Gill Wood just above Hardraw Force and a short walk from Simonstone Hall.

#YorkshireDales #WaterfallWednesday #StepIntoNature
A black and white border collie dog stands confidently on a mossy rock beside a cascading waterfall in a lush wooded ravine. The scene captures a moment of adventure and natural beauty
October 22, 2025 at 8:01 AM