NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

14.5km / 9 miles / 5-5.5 hours Ascent 777m/2550ft

Distance: 6 miles/10km Time: 3 hours Grade: Moderate

16.9km / 10.5 miles / 5.5 hours Ascent 388m/1305ft

Vivienne Crow was staying at Newfield Hall as a guest of HF Holidays, which organises walking holidays in the Yorkshire Dales and other UK and European destinations. Self-guided, three-night breaks at

■ Distance: 9 miles/14.5km ■ Time: 3½ hours ■ Grade: Moderate