Take a walk though Bronte land
Straddling the Pennines, this invigorating walk sweeps through the wild moorland and heather which was an inspiration for the Bronte sisters Charlotte, Emily and Anne. The paths and track on this route provide views up to Top Withens ruins, connected locally to Emily’s famous novel Wuthering Heights and the surrounding moors. Visitors are asked to keep all dogs on a lead in the interest of farming and conservation. The walk is 4.8 miles long.
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Details
Location
4.8 mile walk south-west of Haworth, near Keighley
Difficulty
4 out of 4
Route length
4.8 miles
Walking time
3.5 hours
Terrain & gradient
The route features stiles, steps and muddy banks. The route can also be quite steep in sections. However, between point 7-8 the route follows a wide well surfaced vehicle track.
How to get there
By car
The car park is located at Penistone Hill Country Park, just off the A6033, which is managed by Bradford City Council.
From Oxenhope
Follow the A6033 west out of Oxenhope for 1½ miles. The car park will be on your right.
From Haworth
Follow the B6142 for 1½ miles and turn left onto Reservoir Road. Follow this road and after ½ a mile the car park will be on your left.
By public transport
Unfortunately, there is no public transport to the start of this walk.
Visitor information
To keep everyone happy and safe, please:
- follow government guidance
- don’t swim
- take your litter home
- stick to the path
- keep your dog on a lead
- clean up after your dog
- don’t light fires or BBQs.
