I drove to the starting point at Birstwith and walked along the banks of the Nidd to Hampsthwaite. From there it was all uphill to Clint Bank and then along a bridleway through Hollybank Wood all the way to Ripley. Got a bus to Harrogate and from there another bus back to Birstwith. Enjoyable walk on a fine day. Didn't have time for a pint today !
Hampsthwaite.
Map at Hampsthwaite.
Looking back at Hampsthwaite from Clint Bank.
Hollybank Lane.
Bedlam ? Been there a few times.
Hollybank Wood.
Ripley Castle, built in 1345, has been the seat of the Ingleby family for centuries.
Ripley Lake.
Ripley Town Hall.
Market Cross and village stocks at Ripley.
I had never seen a black pheasant before but saw many on today's walk.
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