B Walk at Hebden Bridge

Walk Leader: Joan Hilton, Shirley Fairnie

Distance: about 8 miles

Total Ascent/Descent:

 
Leaving the town the route takes us along the river to the  Old Packhorse Bridge at Salem. After crossing the bridge the way continues along the riverside path passing the Cricket Ground and Bowling Green before negotiating the first flight of old stone steps. The path rejoins Hebden water and continues through Hardcastle Crags to Gibson’s Mill. This mill was founded in 1800 as an early water powered cotton mill. It ceased operating in the 1890s becoming a dance hall and even a roller skating rink in the mid 20^th century. The walk then ascends the second flight of old stone steps slowly!!!. Eventually we join a riverside path along Colden Water and make our way back to Hebden Bridge for a well earned cuppa. The coach can only stop to drop us off and pick us up later.It cannot park in the town.