Hebden Bridge Game Version 2 (Step 2)

You’re now near the Wavy Steps, just beside the old Packhorse Bridge over the Hebden Beck. These steps have a curved, wave-like shape along their edges, which makes them stand out among the straight stone and bridge parapets around you.

The steps lead down towards the river, and because of their curves, they catch light and shadow in interesting ways. When the sun is lower, the shadows ripple across their surfaces. After rain, they may look shinier, or even a little slippery. Be careful if you want to walk on them — they are stone.

While you’re here, look at how the river moves, listen to its sound, and notice what’s growing around the river edges. Often you’ll see ducks, maybe some birds in the trees, or even people cooling off if it's particularly hot.

Here's another little challenge:

Count how many steps there are.

How many of the step edges are curved—can you find straight-edged ones too?

Look at the stones of the steps: Are they smooth or rough? Any moss or small plants growing in the cracks?

What reflections or ripples do you see in the water from where you’re standing?