Friends of Ilkley Moor summer programme of events starts this weekend

The Friends of Ilkley Moor's summer programme of events starts this weekend offering a chance to explore and learn more about Ilkley Moor.

White Wells Moorland Walk: Sunday, May 25th, 2pm - 4pm

This walk takes you from the edge of the town on to the high moor, with wide views across Ilkley and the Wharfe Valley. The walk takes about two hours and is on reasonable paths, although there will be muddy areas in wet weather. The first part is all uphill but with a good break halfway at White Wells.

Leader: Tracy Gray.

Walking grade: moderate to strenuous.

Meeting point and parking: Darwin Gardens car park

Cow and Calf Walk: Monday, May 26th, 2pm - 4pm

From the popular parking place at the Cow & Calf Rocks to the quieter areas beyond, discover the famous Cow and Calf Rocks, the geology of quarry faces, streams, a small gorge, a Cup and Ring Stone and Rocky Valley. This is a moderate walk of two hours, with lots of resting stops along the way, to make it a leisurely walk, with some uphill walking involved.

Leader: Tracy Gray.

Walking grade: moderate.

Meeting point and parking: Cow and Calf Rocks car park

Habitat Management and Footpath Maintenance: Tuesday, May 27th, 10am - 1pm

Our regular volunteer days include habitat management and footpath maintenance, starting at 10am until 1pm. Learn why the provision of a hardwearing network of footpaths helps protect the adjacent habitats and species. Meet the regular volunteers who go out each week to help conserve the heritage of Ilkley Moor.

Leader: Tracy Gray and Bradford Council Countryside Officer

Walking grade: moderate

Meeting point and parking: Darwin Gardens car park Dogs: Unsuitable.

A Stroll on Ilkley Moor: Tuesday 27th May, 1.30pm - 3pm.

Discover the beauty and special heritage of Ilkley Moor. This walk is aimed at people new to walking, those with push chairs or wheelchairs, or people who just want a gentle stroll. An easy walk of 1.5 miles on flat, sometimes slightly sloping paths.

Leader: Tracy Gray

Walking grade: easy, suitable for people with push chairs and wheelchairs.

Meeting point and parking: Darwin Gardens car park

Please note that booking is required for all events and can be made in advance by contacting Tracy Gray either by email or by phone: tracy@ilkleymoor.org or 07780 535860. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Details of future events are available on the Friends of Ilkley Moor website:  www.ilkleymoor.org/event/