Rivers & Dales

The walk between Goathland and Grosmont climbs initially on to the moors. Here the views open out spectacularly. After dropping in to Grosmont (best place to see the steam trains) return via the old Rail Trail. The Walk This is one of my favourite walks in the North York Moors. It offers a wonderful contrast of scenery

The Rosedale Explorer walk passes through North Dale and returns via Rosedale. En route are some interesting industrial remains (and railway) and plenty of pretty countryside. It feels quintessentially English. The Walk Apparently Rosedale has more holiday cottages than farmers these days. However this secretive valley to the east of Blakey Ridge has a sense of peace

This is a one way walk that starts by taking the steam train from Pickering and walking back from Levisham. The walk starts in the moors and returns via the woods and farmland of this attractive area. The Walk Any walk that starts with a ride on a steam train has to be recommended. This

Levisham and Lockton are two attractive villages north of Pickering which makes for a pleasant short walk. The walk links the villages and continues through some pretty woodland and open countryside. The Walk I am always a little surprised by the deep valleys which make walking on the North York Moors harder work than anticipated.

Cod Beck Reservoir from Osmotherley is a fine short walk. The reservoir is beautifully set in woodland and the return through the trees opens out to give enticing views across the Vale of York. The Walk Barely a mile north of Osmotherley lies Cod Beck Reservoir. An idyllic man made lake on the outskirts of

Beautiful Ash Dale at Helmsley is a lovely place to walk. The woods in spring and early summer are full of life. Start by walking up the river (stream really) and returning via the higher land. The Walk Looking at the map of Helmsley there are two obvious walks. One includes a visit to Rievaulx