“It’s really brilliant that Debbie is spreading the word about accessible walks in our beautiful countryside. Go get ‘em Deb!”
Walk Details
On the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this is a beautiful route that is perfect for wheelchair users and families.
The route begins at the carpark in Nateby, a few miles from Kirkby Stephen, and follows the permissive path along the disused railway line, now owned and managed by the Northern Viaduct Trust.
The path is fairly flat and suitable for all types of wheelchair. There are impressive views over the Eden valley from the Podgill viaduct.
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Keep an eye out for wildlife along the way – we saw a red squirrel and Roe deer. The track is just over a mile long, leading into the small village of Hartley.
Access TOG’s verdict
This route is great for both manual and powered wheelchairs. There is a PowerPack available from TGA Mobility that makes it so much easier to handle a chair over the uneven ground – making it an overall much more pleasurable experience for both the chair user and carer.
Nearest Train (or tube) Station(s):
Kirkby Stephen, Leeds
