A circular walk starting at the Dales Countryside Museum, a route to Aysgill Force waterfall and a route through Hardraw show how many different ways there are to explore Hawes on foot. There is also an insight into cheese-making, the architectural history of St Margaret, The Hill, and services for cyclists. This is useful when planning a trip: route type, a named destination and cultural themes offer different points of focus.

Walking by route and destination

The Hawes Mosaic Walk is a circular route through Hawes that starts at the Dales Countryside Museum. If you are looking for a loop with a clearly named starting point, these two features are relevant. The Hawes-and-Aysgill-Force-Walk passes the place where Wensleydale cheese is made and continues to Aysgill Force waterfall. The Hawes-to-Sedbusk-Walk goes through the village of Hardraw. This lets you choose a route based on different reference points: a circular walk, a waterfall destination or a place along the way. It helps you decide what kind of route you would like to include in your day. The Hawes Mosaic Walk leaflet was updated in 2025. Before setting out, check whether a newer version is now available, so you can take the latest route description into account when planning.

Cheese-making and church architecture

The Yorkshire Wensleydale Cheese Experience includes a gallery where you can watch cheese being made. This means the experience is shaped not only by the cheese as a product, but also by the production process. If you plan to visit the gallery, check before your visit whether it is still part of the offering.

St Margaret, The Hill in Hawes was built around 1850 and designed by AB Higham. The church is furnished with pieces by Robert Thompson, the craftsman known as the “Mouse Man of Kilburn”. The approximate construction date, the named architect and the detail of the craftsmanship offer different points of interest for those interested in architecture and design. The church thus adds an independent cultural and historical focus to the walking routes and cheese experience.

Cycling and shuttle

At the Hawes National Park Visitor Centre, Stage 1 Cycles offers bike hire, repairs and guided cycling tours. These services address different planning needs: hiring a bike, getting a repair or choosing a guided tour. As cycling services can change, check the current offering before making specific plans.

The Little White Bus Garsdale Station Shuttle connects Gayle, Hawes and Garsdale Station. If you are planning to use the shuttle to travel between these places, check the current timetable before your trip.

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