The Six Dales Walk is organised by North Leeds Scout District and is open to teams from across Scouting and Guiding, including adult teams. The event has been running for over 60 years and is supported by a full safety and support team, meaning special arrangements are in place and individual teams do not require their own hill walking permit holders.

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While the Six Dales Walk remains proudly rooted in tradition, we are also continuing to modernise the event to ensure it stays relevant, safe, and enjoyable for today’s participants. This includes the introduction of GPS tracking technology, allowing organisers to monitor team progress more effectively and improve overall event safety. It also means friends, family and supporters can follow teams live during the event, creating a more connected and engaging experience for everyone involved.

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A team walking challenge for those in Scouting and Guiding, crossing up to six of the Yorkshire Dales
Junior Walk - for 10 to 14 year olds up to 23 miles
Senior Walk - for 13 year olds and older, including adults, up to 42 miles

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The Six Dales Walk is an annual team walking and navigation challenge for those in Scouting or Guiding. It takes place on the last Sunday in September each year and has been run for over 60 years. There is a Junior Walk of up to 23 miles for those aged 10 to 14, who must be accompanied by an adult, and a Senior Walk of up to 42 miles for those aged 13 or older. The two walks follow the same route, but the Junior Walk finishes at roughly the halfway point of the Senior Walk.

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The walk helps to build teamwork and provides a real challenge with a true sense of achievement for those who manage to finish, or even reach further than they have in previous years (only 1 or 2 teams usually complete the Senior Walk each year). It is also a great opportunity to experience the Yorkshire Dales while developing navigation and outdoor skills. The event can also count towards the Scout Adventure, Teamwork & Team Leader Challenge Awards.