Foreword by David Butterworth, Chief Executive, Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority

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From the classic limestone scenery in the south of the National Park, to the open moorland in the north, and the grassy rounded hills of the Howgills in the west, this is a striking landscape which has been attracting visitors for hundreds of years.  It is an area of traditional meadows, dry-stone walls and hill country with each dale having a distinctive character and atmosphere.

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There is a fantastic network of footpaths and bridleways to explore, you can climb to the highest peak in Yorkshire, go underground in the longest cave in the country and drink in the highest pub in Britain.

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There are lovely traditional stone built villages with a strong sense of community which is reflected in the many shows and festivals that take place through the year. You can see the scarecrows in Kettlewell, watch sheep shearing, take part in a fell race or just sit and listen to music at the Swaledale or Grassington Festivals.

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One of the great railway journeys takes you through the National Park from Settle to Carlisle - a masterpiece of Victorian engineering as it carves through the area using tunnels and viaducts.

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This Green Traveller Guide will also introduce you to many of the great places to stay, where to get great local produce and how to find the best places to visit.