Plan Your Route Responsibly
- Use official OS maps and established footpaths to reduce erosion.
- Pick routes suitable for your group’s ability.
- Check access restrictions before heading out.
- Use public transport where possible.
- Check the weather and pack for the worst.
Tip: Planning helps reduce your carbon footprint while protecting fragile moorland.
Leave No Trace
- Carry out everything you bring in including fruit peel.
- Use refillable bottles and reusable containers.
- Pick up stray litter to leave the trail better than you found it.
Pro tip: Do a quick “leave no trace sweep” before moving on.
Respect Wildlife and Livestock
- Keep dogs on a short lead during nesting season (March–July).
- Do not disturb wildflowers or fungi.
- Keep noise levels low in sensitive habitats.
🦉 Yorkshire’s heather moors are one of Europe’s rarest habitats.
Support Local Communities
- Use designated parking and avoid blocking access points.
- Support local pubs, cafés and shops.
- Choose local guides and accommodation.
Pack Smart, Hike Light
- Map, compass and route notes
- Reusable water bottle
- Layered clothing
- Compact first aid kit
- Reusable snack containers
Share, Educate, Inspire
- Share responsible hiking tips using #EcoHikingYorkshire
- Join conservation or litter-pick days
- Learn new outdoor skills with Hike Yorkshire