Walkers are Welcome in Bingley and their supporters organise many walking events in the town and surroundings throughout the year. Check this calendar of walks or the posts below for more information.
Our first Celebration of Walking will be on Bank Holiday Monday May 5th! We offer a choice of 5 FREE guided walks all designed and led by our experienced walk leaders. Each walk has something different to offer to walkers of all abilities, ages and experience. It is a real chance to see some of Bingley and the surrounding district’s most stunning sights and landmarks. Well behaved dogs are also very welcome!
As part of the Bradford Millennium Way 2025 programme, Bingley Walkers are Welcome will take you on a moderate 6.5-mile circular walk into the Harden Valley, showcasing the delights of its many wooded areas. From the hilly conifer plantation of Ruin Bank Woods to the quaint village of Rycroft and the wonderful St. Ives Estate, this walk has a lot to offer! And it’s just on the doorstep of Bingley, which is easily accessible by train and bus.
Some great family winter events will be organised in Bingley Prince of Wales Park during the festive period! Come and visit to enjoy a great day out!
What: Snowman Trail
When: From Saturday 21st December 2024 to Sunday 5th January 2025
Location: Trail starts at the drinking fountain
Address: Prince of Wales Park, Parkside, Bingley, West-Yorkshire, BD16 3DG
Price: £ 0.00 – It’s free!
The 18th annual series of Walks for Manorlands is being held on Saturday 28th September 2024 from Harden Cricket Club. There will be a choice of a 3,5,10 or 15 miles walks. Their purpose is to provide a friendly and enjoyable full or half day’s walking and at the same time raise funds for the Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Dogs are welcome too!
Two exiting Bat & Fungi Walks in Bingley organised in August and October 2024 by the Friends of Prince of Wales Park. Find out more here!
As part of their regular Summer Walk & Talk events, the Bingley and District Local History Society is organising a local history walk in Bingley St Ives. Bingley Walkers are Welcome are delighted to promote this event which will be led by our own committee member and local resident of the St Ives Estate, Susan Hart.
Planned to introduce non-birders to birds in St.Ives Estate, the walks can take up to 3 hours depending upon weather and the birds. They take place in all weathers so please come ready for the conditions with suitable footwear. Children are welcome but dogs will hinder our chances of getting close to the birds. Open to all and free of charge.
We are changing the format of this walking festival event and we are inviting you to our first Celebration of Walking! Join us on Bank Holiday Monday May 5th for some FREE guided walks for all abilities.
Here are some family Easter Holiday events organised by the Friends of Prince of Wales Park during the half-term period.
What: Easter Egg Trail
When: From Saturday 23rd March to Sunday 14th April 2023
Location: Trail starts at the drinking fountain
Address: Prince of Wales Park, Parkside, Bingley, West-Yorkshire, BD16 3DG
Price: £ 0.00 – It’s free!
Join us on Sunday 10th December 2023 for a Christmas Themed Walk in Bingley and enjoy some mince pie and mulled wine on us in Prince of Wales Park.
What: Christmas Themed Walk in Bingley
When: Sunday 10th December 2023 – 10:00am to 12:00pm
Location: Walk will start outside of Bingley Arts Centre, near the Buttercross
Address: Bingley Arts Centre, Main Street, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 2LZ
Price: £ 0.00 – Guided walk is free! We will also offer mince pie and mulled wine free of charge.