Roseberry Topping

The rocky summit of Roseberry Topping viewed through leafy trees in Newton Wood

Important notice -

Our countryside space is open. We encourage everyone to observe social distancing measures. Please stay local if possible to avoid creating hotspots.

Distinctive and iconic landmark with fine views across North Yorkshire and Cleveland

More about this place

Family walking dogs

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

We’ve opened more than 100 gardens and parks in England and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. From Monday 6 July, we’re gradually opening gardens and parklands in Wales. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. All National Trust houses remain closed for now. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

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History

A portrait of Captain James Cook (1728-1779) after Sir Nathaniel Dance-Holland

Our Captain Cook connection 

Captain Cook is said to have got his taste for adventure by exploring the slopes of Roseberry Topping as a young boy.

Roseberry Topping silhouetted against a hazy sunset

Prince Oswy 

Our special place has inspired many myths and legends. The most well-known tells the terrible tale of a tragic Northumbrian Prince called Oswy.

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Wildlife

The starry white flowerhead of ramsons known as wild garlic

Our spring wildlife 

Birds fill the air with song as they compete for a mate and the first flowers of the year begin to bloom. Spring is an exciting time to spot wildlife at Roseberry Topping.

A speckled wood butterfly pauses on a fern with wings spread

Our summer wildlife 

Summer brings lots of hungry mouths to feed for the birds at Roseberry Topping. Luckily there are plenty of insects around for them to eat.

Red and yellow waxcap fungus stand out against green grass

Our autumn wildlife 

Why not go hunting for fungi while enjoying spectacular autumn colours in our woods?

A roe deer peers between trees

Our winter wildlife 

With food getting scarcer and temperatures dropping, winter can be a daily battle for survival for Roseberry Topping's wildlife.

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Our work

A path winds its way between trees at Roseberry Topping

Improving paths at Roseberry Topping 

We've been working to minimise the mud on some of Roseberry's well-used routes.

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Join or give

A group walks through deep snow towards Roseberry Topping which stands out white against dark grey clouds

Dedicate a donation 

Support Roseberry Topping by dedicating a donation to someone special and adding your precious memories to our interactive map. A unique way to remember a loved one or celebrate a significant occasion, your donation will help us care for Roseberry for years to come.

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