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Walk: Peregrine Watch at Malham Cove
Thursday 12 June, 10:00am – 3:00pm
Join Ian Court, Wildlife Conservation Officer for the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority for a circular guided walk and a rare opportunity to learn more about one of the Yorkshire Dales most majestic birds of prey. Peregrine Falcons were at a low point in the 1960s due to human persecution and the impact of pesticides in the food chain. Improved legislation and protection has helped the birds to recover, but a number of threats remain. With Ian’s guidance and the use of telescopes we hope to observe the Peregrines and a number of other upland bird species in their natural habitat in and around Malham Cove. Strictly no dogs on this guided walk.
Accessible Walk: Aysgarth Falls
Thursday 17 July, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Jonathan Smith of Where2Walk and Yorkshire Dales disability access charity Access the Dales will lead a 4 mile circular walk exploring a short stretch of the River Ure and its waterfalls. Starting and finishing at Aysgarth Falls, this leisurely paced, stile free route is suitable for most electric wheelchairs. The walk is also suitable for those who want to walk over less arduous terrain with time to chat and socialise.
The Access the Dales hub located at the National Park Centre is able to loan two Trampers — all-terrain wheelchairs, for those requiring assistance. (A brief tutorial of how to use them will be provided).
The meeting point for this walk is also accessible by Dalesbus 156 service which runs between Gayle and Leyburn.
Book your place via the link below . If you require a Tramper this needs to be booked in addition to securing a place on the walk at: www.access-the-dales.com/aysgarth-falls-hub *Please add a covering note to the Tramper booking that you also have a place booked on the walk.