During the winter months we need to make sure we take time to look after our health and wellbeing by getting outdoors in the countryside and coast. Pack a bag and escape to 'Route YC' – Yorkshire’s ultimate road trip, try out one of these 10 wellbeing activities and treat yourself to a spot of self-care - Route YC style.
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9. Forest Bathing
Be at one with nature with a spot of Forest bathing. Turn off your hi-tech devices and enjoy a forest-based experience which doesn’t cost the earth. Naturally boost your health and well-being, by getting outdoors. Relax and slow down to enjoy a spot of quiet amongst the trees. Simply take your time, breathe deeply and take in your surroundings under the forest canopy. Use all of your senses to look at nature’s small details, just two hours can provide you with the ideal forest bathing experience. Wander around the woods on a circular walk around Broxa which will take you into the heart of Langdale Forest which has a mix of conifers and semi-natural woodland. As this is a totally free activity so you can afford to book yourself in for lunch at The Grainary in Harwood Dale. Photo: Route YC
10. Scale the heights at Chimney Bank
Simply taking in the view from the top of Chimney Bank is enough to take your breath away, but cycling up the steepest public road in England is a whole other level. Either sit back and watch as determined pedallers give it a go, or get on your bike and see how fast your time compares with Chris Boardman';s impressive 5 minutes and 23 seconds. It is also known locally as The Chain Breaker with an average gradient of 13%, the road climbs 568 feet (173 m) so it is easy to understand why. A good workout to get the wheels turning and your lungs and calf muscles pumping. Photo: Route YC