Yorkshire

Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping

A moorland nature reserve with unusual and unique rock formations

Staindale, Dalby, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7LR

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A path leads up to a large rock formation with views to a green valley and moorland beyond

Limited level access from Bridestones car park then steep, uneven terrain. Accessible toilet at Staindale Lake car park (not National Trust).
Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping access statement
Accessible route and/or map
Grounds are partly accessible from Bridestones car park. Then steep slopes, uneven terrain
Accessible toilet
Toilets, incl. accessible toilet, 85m/280ft from Bridestones car park (Forestry England)
Steps/uneven terrain
Grounds are partly accessible from Bridestones car park. Then steep slopes, uneven terrain
Map
Directions via Google Maps
By road
Access is via Dalby Forest Drive 2.5 miles north of Thornton-le-Dale, toll payable (inc. National Trust members), open 8am-8pm every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Details at www.forestryengland.uk/dalby-forest. Nearest car parks: Bridestones and Staindale Lake.
On foot
2.5 miles from the Hole of Horcum car park (A169) to the Bridestones via Old Wife's Way track. Free entry to Dalby Forest when you visit car-free.
By train
Nearest station - Malton, 12 miles. Bus connections from York.
By bus
The Coastliner bus and Moorsbus pass close to Dalby. Free entry to Dalby Forest when you visit car-free.
Cycling
12 Miles from Malton train station (hilly).
Cycling - more information
Staindale, Dalby, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7LR
01915293161
bridestones@nationaltrust.org.uk

Opening times for 3 July 2025
Asset	Opening time
Countryside	Dawn - Dusk

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Visiting the Bridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping with your dog

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