FOUR local Walkers are Welcome groups are celebrating the publication of a second edition of a best-selling guidebook detailing the popular Welcome Way long distance trail. The 36 mile circular route linking Otley, Burley-in-Wharfedale, Bingley and Baildon, was devised in 2015 by a joint committee representing the four communities in order to encourage more people to explore the many delights of the surrounding countryside. The name, ‘The Welcome Way’, was chosen to reflect the aims of the national Walkers are Welcome network, which accredits small towns and villages annually who can demonstrate that they are providing a warm welcome to walkers. This can be done through various means, including ensuring that local paths are well maintained and sign posted, by providing guided walks, and through providing on-line and printed walking guides – such as the Welcome Way booklet.