One of the main attractions of walking in the North York Moors is the variety of walks. Choose between the wild moors, peaceful countryside, ancient abbeys, forestry and riverside strolls. Add in the coast and the options are seemingly endless.
The main issue therefore is which walks to choose. Having walked the area over a number of years these are what I consider to be the 10 best walks in the North York Moors. Follow my footsteps on these walks and you will have a full understanding and appreciation of this undervalued walking area.
The count down to my favourite
Combine two of the iconic attractions in the North York Moors in one walk; the 50 foot monument dedicated to the great adventurer and Roseberry Topping, the mini Matterhorn.
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Rievaulx Abbey is tucked away ion the valley floor amidst woodland, a river and a simple village of its name. It really does feel you are part of history.
Simply my favourite stretch of coastal walking in the area. The lovely village of Staithes is a bonus.
The finest view in all England said James Herriot on his regular walks along the scarp of Sutton Bank. Extend the walk by a visit to Gormire Lake and the White Horse.
The highest land of the North York Moors (around Round Hill) offers outstanding views in all directions and some enjoyable moorland walking.
Rivers, moors and the sound of steam make for a walk of contrasts between the two delightful (but popular) villages of Grosmont and Goathland.
Include a ride on the steam train from Pickering to Levisham before returning through some lovely, peaceful countryside.
A real explorers walk. The intermittent paths across these two dales make for step back in time when farming ruled and walkers barely existed.
A fascinating stretch of coastline from my favourite village, Runswick Bay to the popular fishing town of Whitby.
Attractive countryside combine with interesting industrial remains in the best of the (surprisingly) deep valleys of the North York Moors.
We have over 100 more walks in the North York Moors and the Yorkshire Coast on the website.
Enjoy your walking
Jonathan
Hi Jonathan Inspired by your post thinking of going with my girlfriend to the Yorkshire moors on Tuesday… We have three days, looking for natural beauty and wondering if there’s a nice boozer to stay in… Or is there something can do with a steam train anyway? you’re probably too busy but thank you for the post.
Walks 4 and 5 are both utilizing or could use the steam train. I like Goathland as a base though, it is full of character. I would search for property there first
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