Fremington Edge
a must-visit for any outdoor enthusiasts
Reeth, North Yorkshire, DL11 6QT
Visit WebsiteOne of the dale’s most impressive features, Fremington Edge dominates the landscape above the market town of Reeth: a three mile limestone escarpment which is a must-do for any outdoor enthusiasts visiting this part of the world.
- Multiple Dogs Allowed
- Parking
- Rural Walks
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Overview
Swaledale is one of the most northerly dales of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and here you will find some of the county’s most rugged and breathtaking scenery, peppered with the remains of Yorkshire’s mining past.
Striding along the top of Fremington Edge feels like walking on top of the world. The views across Reeth, nestled at the foot of the hill, to Calver Hill are incredible. The huge array of inter-connecting footpaths around here means you can make your walk as long or as short as you like.
Walking along the length of the escarpment will bring you to remote Arkengarthdale (population of around 200) where the views are nothing short of spectacular. Arkengarthdale is an old mining settlement, and detouring away from Fremington Edge to Surrender Bridge, you will find Old Gang smelting mill – widely regarded as one of the most significant mining ruins in the north.
Up here you’ll need to keep dogs on leads due to access land rules, but dropping back down to the riverside path from Reeth, you can safely let them off lead to splash around in the shallows.
Reeth is a great place for a spot of post-walk re-fuelling. There are a number of dog friendly pubs but our favourite place for a hot chocolate and a slice of cake is the cosy The Copper Kettle Kitchen – canine companions may even be treated to a biscuit of their own!
For The Dogs
Bring leads, poop bags and a tick hook – just in case.
Opening Hours
None as such, but daylight hours are definitely recommended.
Parking
Parking is available at the village green in Reeth – bring change for the honesty box.
The Area
Arkengarthdale is the most northerly of the Yorkshire Dales. Going any further north will take you into County Durham, ‘the land of the Prince Bishops’. County Durham is one huge adventure playground for dogs: Hamsterley Forest is its largest forest and is justifiably popular and is one of local dog walkers’ first choices for weekend walks. If you prefer a quieter walk, head to The Stang, popular with mountain bikers but virtually unknown except by locals. Or, head west to reach the eastern edges of Cumbria, with places like Nine Standards Rigg and the stone circle known as ‘Long Meg & her Daughters’ more than worth a visit.
