Get Out and Walk
Exploring Kirklees on foot is a fantastic way to enjoy its scenic landscapes, historic sites, and hidden gems. Whether you’re looking for a short stroll, a long-distance hike, or an accessible route, there are plenty of options to suit all abilities.
Below, you’ll find a list of websites offering comprehensive route guides and maps for some of the best walks in the area. These resources provide details on distance, difficulty level, and key landmarks along the way.
Looking for more ways to get involved? Be sure to check out our separate guides to walking groups and events to connect with fellow walkers and discover upcoming activities.
EPIKS
Maps devised as part of an initiative by the River Corridor Greenway Project, which aims to create a better environment for people living and working in the River Colne area. The networks can be used in many different ways for recreation, relaxation and, as an environmentally friendly means of travel.
Discover Huddersfield
A set of 22 downloadable trails developed to help members of the general public and visitors of Huddersfield find out more about the town and to promote the gems it has to offer.
Support to Recovery
S2R runs The Great Outdoors Project, which offers adults in Kirklees the chance to take their first steps into nature and explore their relationship with the outdoors on mindful walks. Here they have supplied videos of their favourite routes.
Everybody Active Walks
Free weekly walks at locations all over Kirklees led by trained volunteers. If you’re nervous about joining a guided walk or want to improve your health, these are a great place to start. There’s also a route guide with short local “walks from your door” to try yourself.
Kirkburton Parish Walks
A set of 9 walks themed around real people from the area’s history, between 4 and 6 miles long, with downloadable route guides.
Know a Great Route We Should Feature?
We’re always looking to expand our list of walking routes. If you know of a great resource, website, or map that others would find useful, let us know! We’d love to share it with the community. Get in touch with us here.