Goathland and Grosmont 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 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 310m Elevation: 310m / 1017ft
Rosedale Explorer walk 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 3 Rating: Moderate walk 9mi Distance: 9 miles / 14.4 km 284m Elevation: 284m / 931ft
Steam train from Pickering 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 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 193m Elevation: 193m / 633ft
Farndale and High Blakey Moor There are some fine walks in the North York Moors and the circuit of Farndale and High Blakey Moor is one of the best. This long walk circles the head of the valley along excellent paths and tracks. The Walk Walking on the exposed moors of North Yorkshire is second only to the limestone scenery 4 Rating: Moderate and over 10 miles 12.5mi Distance: 12.5 miles / 20 km 297m Elevation: 297m / 974ft
Walk at Hutton-le-Hole This walk starts at the popular village of Hutton-le-Hole. There are some great views across the moors before descending to Lastingham. The return is further north past the finely named Fairy Call Beck. The Walk Hutton-le-Hole and nearby Lastingham are two exceptionally attractive villages lying to the north of Kirkbymoorside and the foot of the high 3 Rating: Moderate walk 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 141m Elevation: 141m / 462ft
Beacon Hill near Danby Beacon Hill near Danby is an excellent vantage point for the northern moors and over to the North Sea. Coupled with an exploration of Danby and a stroll along the River Esk it imakes for a pleasant and interesting few hours. The Walk Although I am not altogether convinced by the gas fired tall beacon 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 6mi Distance: 6 miles / 9.6 km 264m Elevation: 264m / 866ft
Levisham and Lockton walk 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. 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 260m Elevation: 260m / 853ft
Cod Beck Reservoir from Osmotherley 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 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 144m Elevation: 144m / 472ft
Kirkham Abbey and the Derwent Kirkham Abbey and the Derwent offer the backdrop to a pleasant section of countryside near Malton to the north east of York. The villages are interesting to explore and the railway is unusual on this type of walk. The Walk There are many highlights to the walk of Kirkham Abbey and the Derwent. It is 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 152m Elevation: 152m / 498ft
The Grounds of Castle Howard It is a very pleasant afternoon to walk through the grounds of Castle Howard. Unsurprisingly they are very well kept and full of interest, both historical and for the nature in the park. The Walk Castle Howard is one of the best and famous stately homes in England with an inspiring history. As a result 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 6.5mi Distance: 6.5 miles / 10.4 km 147m Elevation: 147m / 482ft
Walk up Roseberry Topping An iconic small but distinct hill stands proud and detached from the main North York Moors. The walk up Roseberry Topping is highly enjoyable and includes a short scramble. However the views across the moors and north to the sea make any effort very worthwhile. The Walk Roseberry Topping is a wonderful little hill (1050 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 2mi Distance: 2 miles / 3.2 km 184m Elevation: 184m / 603ft
The Fryup Dales The Fryup Dales lie in the heart of the North York Moors. This is farming lands overlapped by some low grassy, bracken strewn ridges offering pleasant and interesting walking. Danby is a lovely village. The Walk I first discovered the Fry Up Dales on my Coast to Coast walk. Although tired at the time I 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 232m Elevation: 232m / 761ft
