Ilkley Walkers are Welcome
Ilkley has recently been awarded Walkers are Welcome due to its fantastic countryside, walks for all abilities and its commitment to welcoming walkers. Find out more about the Walkers are Welcome Scheme and also why Ilkley has become a Walkers are Welcome town.
There are an abundance of walks in Ilkley for all abilities and downloadable routes can be found on our site as well as information on long distance routes that start or include Ilkley.
There's also plenty of walker friendly accommodation in the town as well as bars and restaurants that welcome walkers.
As a Walkers are Welcome town we encourage the use of public transport. You'll find plenty of information on bus routes and trains to and from Ilkley.
We hope you enjoy walking in this wonderful part of Yorkshire.
What is Walkers are Welcome?
Find out more about the Walkers are Welcome scheme and how Ilkley has gained its accreditatio, a well as the reasons that make Ilkley a great place for walking.
About Us
The Walkers are Welcome committee is part of the Ilkley & Wharfedale Tourism Partnership, a local group who work together to develop tourism and promote Ilkley as a visitor destination.
Walking Routes
Download one of our many walking routes and discover Ilkley's countryside. Choose from a short walk up onto the Moor to a heritage walk around Ilkley. We have walks for all abilities!
Our next walking events 11th 12th September
Ilkley is hosting the launch of the South Pennines Walk & Ride Festival. Come for the launch event and then join a guided walk!
The Dales Way
The Dales Way is a long distance footpath of about 80 miles (129km) which starts from Ilkley to Bowness-on-Windermere. The route offers a scenically attractive route from West Yorkshire to the Lake District.
Walker Friendly Businesses
As a Walkers are Welcome town many businesses from accommodation, cafes and restaurants welcome walkers. From allowing muddy boots to Sunday opening times, look out for the Walkers are Weclome sticker.
