HERE'S YOUR FREE ADVENTURE GUIDE
What to expect from the walk:
Along grassy paths and some surfaced tracks, through farmland with grazing sheep and cattle. Some steep inclines and muddy surfaces in bad weather conditions. Barriers include gates, steps, stiles and narrow footbridges.
Distance:Â 4.5 km / 3 Miles
Postcode: DL17 9AR (nearest)
Grid Ref:Â NZ 3314 3147
POINTS OF INTEREST ALONG THIS WALK
Approximately 20 years ago to the south of Bishop Middleham village, a lake began to develop as a result of groundwater flooding. It is known locally as Castle Lake
Lapwing
The Lapwing, a familiar bird of farmlands and wetlands with distinctive rounded wings. Listen out for their piercing 'peewit' call which gives them their other common name: Peewit Click the image to discover more about the Lapwing. Image -Adam Jones
Deer Park Wall & St Michael's Church
This ancient wall is full of nooks and crannies, offering habitat for invertebrates, small mammals and birds. The church stands upon the hill south of the village and dates back to around 1230.
