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
Dry Valleys of Thixendale The dry valleys of Thixendale are the main attraction of a delightful walk in the Yorkshire Wolds. The paths are very good and the villages of Thixendale and the church at Wharram Percy book end the walk perfectly. The Walk Thixendale is a little gem, tucked deep in one of the impressive chalk valleys which 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 186m Elevation: 186m / 610ft
Thorpe Bassett Wold near Settrington North Grimston is the base for a walk over Thorpe Bassett Wold near Settrington. The wold stands proud in this part of the country with constantly changing views, excellent from the high points. The Walk South east of Malton is a Thorpe Bassett Wold. The wold is usually accessed from the village of its name 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 9.5mi Distance: 9.5 miles / 15.2 km 255m Elevation: 255m / 836ft
Stonegrave and the Rye walk The Stonegrave and the Rye walk includes two picturesque village, a pleasant riverside section and a short climb to Caulkley’s Bank. Here there are some lovely views across the Hambleton Hills. The Walk There is so much to this walk it is actually difficult to do it justice in a short description. However at no 3 Rating: Moderate walk 7mi Distance: 7 miles / 11.2 km 195m Elevation: 195m / 639ft
The Valleys of Medieval Cottam The walk through the dry valleys of medieval Cottam is an eerie experience. The valleys are extraordinarily uniform and the villages and buildings impossibly perfect. It is a toy landscape. The Walk This was one of those (obviously rare) occasions when I had not planned the walk. I wanted to be surprised and explore this intriguing 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 8mi Distance: 8 miles / 12.8 km 173m Elevation: 173m / 567ft
Terrington walk and the Wolds The Terrington walk through the Hambleton Hills is a pleasant way of discovering the area. The walk is a mix of woodland and farmland, dotted with isolated farms and villages. Spend some time enjoying Terrington when you have completed the walk. The Walk Terrington is lovely and oozes with the quintessentially English character so beloved 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 113m Elevation: 113m / 370ft
Coxwold and Beacon Banks A short walk from Coxwold and Beacon Banks to Husthwaite is a pleasant way to spend a few hours. The walk is along pleasant lanes and easy paths. The Walk There must be real pride in the local populations of the villages in this area of the country. Both Husthwaite and Coxwold are two of 1 Rating: Easier walk 5.5mi Distance: 5.5 miles / 8.8 km 123404m Elevation: 123404m / 404888ft
Sledmere House and Park There are some lovely views down to Sledmere House from the woods to the south. The village is extremely pleasant as are the grounds in the house. I did not take a tour of the house however. The Walk Sledmere House is a beautiful old country house and a walk in the area is very 1 Rating: Easier walk 4mi Distance: 4 miles / 6.4 km 52171m Elevation: 52171m / 171173ft
Pocklington & the Wolds Way Part of the Wolds Way passes through Pocklington and Millington. The route along the chalk escarpment offers some impressive views across the Yorkshire Wolds. The Walk Pocklington is 12 miles east of York and the gateway to some lovely wolds walking. It is the largest town in the area with a history that is thought 2 Rating: Easy with uphill sections 7.5mi Distance: 7.5 miles / 12 km 212m Elevation: 212m / 695ft
Walk at Sheriff Hutton My walk at Sheriff Hutton takes you to the castle ruins of the ancient settlement which is set commanding the local area (on a hill!). From here the walk passes through fields and villages with some good views across the Vale of York. The Walk The ruins of Sheriff Hutton’s Neville Castle dominate this walk. 3 Rating: Moderate walk 8.5mi Distance: 8.5 miles / 13.6 km 61m Elevation: 61m / 200ft
