In Walking the Wharfe, Ellison retraces the steps of Victorian author Edmund Bogg to investigate how the riverscape and its communities have evolved during the intervening 120 years. While wild camping, meeting modern-day Vikings, wartime ghosts and the fearless ‘Dales Dippers’, and learning how not to deal with a herd of over-inquisitive cows, Ellison encounters a microcosm of English history and culture.
This enchanting travelogue is a must-read for anyone interested in nature, ‘the great outdoors’, or English history and culture. Residents and fans of Yorkshire will love it, as will anyone who has hiked the Dales Way.
Above all, by combining personal connections with journalistic curiosity and a nose for a story, Walking the Wharfe affirms that even lesser-known parts of Britain can hold their own against renowned tourist sites the world over.
"A fascinating exploration of a beautiful corner of England.” Alastair Humphreys
"In Walking the Wharfe, Johno shows that adventure is very much a state of mind, uncovering interesting tales and tackling challenges in his own backyard." Ed Stafford
