Crisp air, golden leaves, and endless paths perfect for exploring, when it comes to Autumn walks Yorkshire offers it all. We’ve spoken to our Yorkshire based organisers to find out their favourite spots for a toddler who wants to walk some of the way, a baby tucked up in the carrier, and the trusty pram for when little legs give up.
Whether it’s Scammonden Reservoir with wide paths and open views making it ideal for pushchair strolls or Langsett Reservoir with a mix of pram-friendly sections and woodland adventures where toddlers can crunch through leaves.
Hebden Bridge always feels special in autumn, the canal towpaths glow amber and are easy to navigate with wheels, and there’s always a cosy café at the end. Wentworth Castle Gardens is another gem for families, with winding paths, gentle climbs, and bursts of colour around every corner.
Autumn in Yorkshire makes even the simplest walk feel like an adventure.
Here are our top picks to go and get your boots muddy this autumn.
Langsett Reservoir - South Yorkshire
Walk Type - Baby Carrying
Distance - 6km
Scammonden Water - West Yorkshire
Walk type - Pram friendly
Distance - 4.8km
Wentworth Castle - South Yorkshire
Walk Type - Baby Carrying, Pram friendly and Toddler
Distance - 4km
Hardcastle Crags - West Yorkshire
Walk Type - Baby Carrying, Little Legs
Distance - 4.5km
Newmillerdam - West Yorkshire
Walk Type - Baby carrying, little legs
Distance - 3.5km
Allerthorpe Woods - East Yorkshire
Walk Type - Pram Friendly, Little Legs
Distance - 3km
Risby Skidby - East Yorkshire
Walk Type - Baby Carrying
Distance - 7.5km
Studley Royal & Fountains Abbey - North Yorkshire
Walk Type - Baby Carrying, Little Legs
Distance - 4.8km
Pocklington Canal - North Yorkshire
Walk Type - Pram Friendly, Baby Carrying
Distance - 5.5km
Why not join one of our Yorkshire groups on a walk this Autumn.