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  • Via Ferrata at How Stean Gorge, Nidderdale
  • Gorge Walking at How Stean Gorge, Nidderdale
  • Abseiling at How Stean Gorge, Nidderdale

Prepare for adventure! How Stean Gorge is a spectacular limestone gorge in the stunning Yorkshire Dales. This steep sided chasm is almost 1 km in length and up to 20 metres (80ft) deep in places. Follow winding walkways, explore caves and tunnels or challenge yourself on the new Via Ferrata course – an aerial network of beams, ladders and cables – one of only two in England!

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Fancy a gentle stroll or a more adventurous scramble in the gorge, a bike ride in glorious countryside or fresh homemade Yorkshire fare? Visit How Stean Gorge – one of Yorkshire’s most unique attractions.

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 Adventure…

New in 2009! The Via Ferrata – wade through gushing water, traverse on ladders and beams, abseil 60 feet, slide through spouts and sit under waterfalls. Ready for more? Explore this area of outstanding natural beauty by mountain bike; there’s plenty of gentle and challenging, on and off road routes.

Family friendly…

An action-packed day out for all the family guaranteed – come rain or shine! Armed with hard hat and torch, children love scrambling through the gorge, exploring the caves and paddling in the water. Take to the hills – we have mountain bikes for the whole family. Join us for a fun family day out!