Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton
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On Thursday 20 August 2026, a guided walk entitled Discover Bradford’s Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton will depart from Bell Dean Road in Bradford at 10am. This free, outdoor route ascends to the village of Clayton and skirts the edge of Thornton, visiting five becks along the way. Throughout the journey, walkers are treated to panoramic views across the valley. The event is led by a team of local guides and requires no ticket or booking fee. Suitable footwear is advised given the terrain.
This is a fine walk, rising up to Clayton and skirting Thornton, visiting five becks along the way with panoramic views across the valley.
This is a fine walk, starting just off Thornton Road, rising up to Clayton and skirting the edge of Thornton. It takes in panoramic views across the valley towards Thornton Viaduct, visiting five becks along the way.
LENGTH: 7.2km (4.5 miles) including optional detours.
DURATION: 3 hr (approximate)
TERRAIN: Moderate, with three climbs. Overall ascent 177m. OS map 288.
START: Entrance to Pitty Peck wetlands on Bell Dean Road, BD8 0RB (opposite Charteris Road). https://what3words.com/among.asks.native
PARKING: Park courteously on local roads.
BUS: 607 or 67 to Bell Dean Road, 615 to Avocet Close, Bell Dean Road.
PLEASE BRING:
sensible walking shoes
water
snack
waterproofs and/sunhat depending on the weather
PARTICIPATION: under 18s and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
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Frequently asked questions
Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:00.
Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton is held at Bell Dean Road in Bradford (Avocet Close, Bradford, BD8 0RB).
Entry to Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton is free.
Tickets for Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton
Editorial Summary
On Thursday 20 August 2026, a guided walk entitled Discover Bradford’s Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton will depart from Bell Dean Road in Bradford at 10am. This free, outdoor route ascends to the village of Clayton and skirts the edge of Thornton, visiting five becks along the way. Throughout the journey, walkers are treated to panoramic views across the valley. The event is led by a team of local guides and requires no ticket or booking fee. Suitable footwear is advised given the terrain.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
This is a fine walk, rising up to Clayton and skirting Thornton, visiting five becks along the way with panoramic views across the valley.
This is a fine walk, starting just off Thornton Road, rising up to Clayton and skirting the edge of Thornton. It takes in panoramic views across the valley towards Thornton Viaduct, visiting five becks along the way.
LENGTH: 7.2km (4.5 miles) including optional detours.
DURATION: 3 hr (approximate)
TERRAIN: Moderate, with three climbs. Overall ascent 177m. OS map 288.
START: Entrance to Pitty Peck wetlands on Bell Dean Road, BD8 0RB (opposite Charteris Road). https://what3words.com/among.asks.native
PARKING: Park courteously on local roads.
BUS: 607 or 67 to Bell Dean Road, 615 to Avocet Close, Bell Dean Road.
PLEASE BRING:
sensible walking shoes
water
snack
waterproofs and/sunhat depending on the weather
PARTICIPATION: under 18s and vulnerable adults must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton?
Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton takes place on Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 10:00.
Where is Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton taking place?
Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton is held at Bell Dean Road in Bradford (Avocet Close, Bradford, BD8 0RB).
How much are tickets for Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton?
Entry to Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton is free.
How do I get tickets for Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton?
Tickets for Discover Bradford's Becks: Pitty Beck and Clayton can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Bell Dean Road
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Date
Until Thursday, 20 August 2026
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Weather
feels like 15°C · chance of rain 18% · wind 12 km/h
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