We took two walks this week which have afforded excellent views of a couple of fascinating rock formations in this part of Upper Wharfedale.

The huge overhanging cliff of Kilnsey Crag towers 170 feet above the village of Kilnsey. It is a challenge for the many climbers who travel from far and wide to test out their skills and courage on its dominating rock face.

Coniston Pie is a rocky knoll on the opposite side of the river to Kilnsey Crag. It is a grand viewing stop on the five mile walk from Scargill to Grassington offering long distance views down Wharfedale and Littondale.

There is not much that can better the sight and sound of a curlew circling the sky above its grassy top.