Coverdale: West Scrafton and Arkleside Moor

At a Glance

Distance

10.5 km (6.5 miles)

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration

3 hr 30 min

Walk Type

Moorland, Historic

Route Type

Circular

Off Lead Potential

Low

Livestock Risk

High

Facilities

No facilities in West Scrafton; the Foresters Arms at Carlton-in-Coverdale is the closest pub and has a dog-friendly bar.

Parking

Limited roadside parking in West Scrafton hamlet; park considerately and do not block farm gates or passing places.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Coverdale: West Scrafton and Arkleside Moor dog friendly?

  This walk is dog friendly, though it comes with some important caveats that earn it a 6 out of 10 on our rating. The moorland circuit is quiet and spacious, but sheep are present on both the open moor and the lower fields throughout the year, so you'll need to keep your dog on a lead for the entire route.

• Can dogs be off lead at Coverdale: West Scrafton and Arkleside Moor?

  Unfortunately, no — dogs need to be kept on leads throughout this walk. The whole area is working sheep country, with livestock on the moor and in the pastures year-round, so on-lead walking is essential from start to finish.

• What should I know before visiting Coverdale: West Scrafton and Arkleside Moor with my dog?

  Come well prepared, as West Scrafton has no shop, café or pub, so bring water and snacks for both you and your dog. The terrain includes heather, tussocks, peaty sections and some pathless ground on the higher moorland, so it's worth having good footwear and a map. If you're after a post-walk drink, the Foresters Arms at Carlton, a short drive down the dale, welcomes walkers and dogs.

West Scrafton hamlet, Coverdale

54.2480, -1.8818