Everyone has the right to access to the countryside in the Yorkshire National Park. Improving access on appropriate public rights of way and permissive routes in the National Park is one of the objectives agreed by the Authority and a wide range of local partner organisations in the National Park Management Plan 2019-24.
Choose from our Miles without Stiles downloadable routes perfect for wheelchairs, pushchairs and a post-pub-lunch amble. You can also buy route cards at National Park Visitor Centres. To see where the routes can be found in the National Park have a look at the interactive map.
Hire a Tramper
The Tramper is a specially designed, four-wheel-drive, all-terrain, electric buggy. It can be used off road and even on rough ground, mud and grass. It’s great for those who have difficulty walking to accompany friends and family out in the countryside. There are trampers available across the Yorkshire Dales National Park, including;
Aysgarth Falls
A tramper is available at Aysgarth Falls National Park Visitor Centre. You can use it to visit the Upper Falls and go through some of Freeholder’s Wood. Book the tramper through the Access to the Dales website (look for Aysgarth hub and try to book 48 hours in advance). If you have any questions, contact the National Park Visitor Centre.
Malham Cove
A tramper is available at Malham National Park Visitor Centre. You can use it to visit Malham Cove. Book the tramper through the Access to the Dales website (look for Malham hub and try to book 48 hours in advance). If you have any questions, contact the National Park Visitor Centre.
Malham Tarn
A tramper is available to hire from the National Trust site at Malham Tarn where there is a popular trail around the lake
Ingleborough Nature Trail and Cave
A tramper is available at Clapham to explore the lovely nature trail up to Ingleborough Cave. See the Ingleborough Cave website for contact details – just get in touch with them to book.
Group visits for those with disabilities
Find out more about the walks and talks we offer for those with disabilities on our Dales Experience page.
Comments or suggestions?
We aim to continue improving the accessibility of the public rights of way in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. If you have any comments or suggestions, please contact the Access Development Officer on 01969 652363 or email rachel.briggs@yorkshiredales.org.uk