Welcome to Access the Dales

Explore the accessible hubs from Access the Dales in the Forest of Bowland National Landscape

The Light Trail at The Swinton Estate As One Door Closes, Another Lights Up As autumn turns to winter and the days grow shorter, we’re preparing to wrap up the wonderful season at Swinton Bivouac . At the end of October , the Bivouac hub will close its doors until spring. It’s been a fantastic year—welcoming visitors to explore the Yorkshire Dales on our all-terrain Trampers , soak up the views, and experience the freedom that comes with being outdoors. But don’t worry — we’r

Access the Dales hosted a unique Deaf Experience in the Yorkshire Dales, taking a group from Leeds to Ribblehead Viaduct and Ingleborough. With BSL support, local history, wild landscapes, and Janet’s famous fruit cake, the day was a true celebration of inclusion and adventure.

Prior to April 2014 Peter was a senior officer in the UK Fire Service, when not at work Peter and his wife were keen underwater...