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Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

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Harrogate

High And Low Bishopside

Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

Easy

4.7

(12)

hikers

Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

01:43

5.49km

200m

Hiking

Embark on the Wath Lane and River Nidd loop for an easy 3.4-mile (5.5 km) hike that blends serene riverside paths with elevated vistas. You will gain about 653 feet (199 metres) in elevation over approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes, traversing green fields, woodlands, and quiet country lanes. Enjoy…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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139 m

Pateley Bridge — Market Town

Highlight • Historical Site

Hailed as the 'Capital of Nidderdale', Pateley Bridge is a pretty market town and a haven for hikers. There are lots of footpaths and routes starting from the town, including …

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2.66 km

View of Gouthwaite Reservoir and Pateley Bridge from Wath Lane

Highlight • Lake

What a fantastic lane this one is - the views down towards Pateley Bridge from up here and of Gouthwaite Reservoir are glorious! A bit of a climb on this road, but hey: no pain, no gain!

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4.15 km

River Nidd Riverside Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A gorgeous little walk straight out of Pateley Bridge - to the north along the enchanting River Nidd. A lovely combination of the river itself, its wooded banks and the rural idyllic views as you walk.

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5.49 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.78 km

1.24 km

1.13 km

183 m

151 m

Surfaces

2.78 km

2.23 km

259 m

207 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

12°C

2°C

23 %

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Trail Reviews

FranCG

August 12, 2024, Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge

First section very steep. Overgrown narrow path with slippy rocks through woods. Lots of nettles. Very quiet roads for main part. Finish along Nidd on nidderdale way. Baby carrying only.

Wath Lane and River Nidd loop from Pateley Bridge — Nidderdale

Pateley Bridge — Market Town

View of Gouthwaite Reservoir and Pateley Bridge from Wath Lane

River Nidd Riverside Path

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