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This is an easy walk along the becks that run through Northcliffe Woods and Heaton Woods. These two wooded valleys, which today are so peaceful, were once the scene of extensive industry, including mining and brick manufacturing.

LENGTH: 4km (2.4 miles).
DURATION: 1.5 hr

TERRAIN: Easy paths with some road walking. One short climb. Overall ascent 75m. OS map 288.
START: Car park in Cliff Wood Avenue, off Bradford Road, BD18 3DD. what3words.com/market.sting.mining
PARKING: In the car park or local streets.
BUS: Buses from Bradford along Bradford Road (662, 622, 626). Get off at Norwood Terrace and walk forward to Cliff Wood Avenue.

PLEASE BRING:

  • sensible walking shoes
  • water
  • snack
  • waterproofs and/sunhat depending on the weather

PARTICIPATION: under 18s and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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Map & Directions

Discover Bradford's Becks: Northcliffe Dike and Red Beck

Type:Guided Walk

Car Park in Cliffe Wood Avenue, off Bradford Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3DD

Opening Times

Season (17 May 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday10:00 - 11:30
Season (30 July 2025)
DayTimes
Wednesday10:00 - 11:30

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