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Home to abbey ruins, houses, gardens and stretches of coast and countryside including the Dales and the North York Moors.
Walking in Yorkshire
With the rolling countryside of the Yorkshire Dales and Pennine beauty spots like Hardcastle Crags, Yorkshire is a walker’s paradise. There are some serious hikes here, but also plenty of rivers, parkland and meadows for a gentle family stroll.
Great family walks
A few favourite easy routes, great for all the family including those with the shortest legs.
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Circular walk at Brimham Rocks
This short walk will show you the highlights of Brimham from the dramatic rock formations, to the heather moorland.
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Pennyman estate walk at Ormesby Hall
North EastTake a long amble across Ormesby's parkland and through the woodland. Look and listen out for wildlife and take in memorable views of the former Pennyman family estate.
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Upper woodland mill walk at Hardcastle Crags
Watch for local wildlife on a quieter part of the Crags, weaving through a wonderful stand of pines and taking in views from the rocky outcrop Slurring Rock.
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Beningbrough woodland Larch walk
Discover a woodland walk that's just the right length for all ages. Listen out for bird song, take a detour to the medieval pike ponds and, in spring, enjoy a carpet of bluebells.
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Eastergate walk at Marsden Moor
Take a short, linear walk along the Huddersfield narrow canal leading to a picturesque picnic spot at Eastergate packhorse bridge. It's an easy route under 3 miles that makes a great reason to get outdoors in nature.
Strolls with wheels
Great ideas if you need a buggy or tramper to help you get out and about in nature.
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Ravenscar easy walk
Soak up the views as you discover Ravenscar, past and present, on this short circular walk. With optional loops should you wish to explore further.
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Malham Tarn trail for Trampers
Everyone can discover Malham Tarn, Yorkshire's glacial lake, on this accessible trail suitable for Trampers, which goes through woodland and moorland, offering the chance to spot deer and other wildlife.
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Nostell Obelisk walk
Take a wander through Nostell's picturesque parkland and its mosaic of natural habitats, from ancient woodland to colourful wildflower meadows.
The best views in Yorkshire
Reward your efforts with panoramas across the countryside.
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Horse Head Moor and Deepdale walk
Discover views across the Three Peaks, as well as riverside wildlife, on this challenging circular walk up Horse Head Moor and alongside the River Wharfe, in the Yorkshire Dales.
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Roseberry Topping and Captain Cook's Monument walk
Discover this 7.2 mile loop starting at Great Ayton, taking in Captain Cook's Monument then heading to the summit of Roseberry Topping for 360-degree views.
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Pastures and panoramas walk at Brimham Rocks
Pass through pastures on this circular countryside ramble through farmland and meadows in North Yorkshire, with panoramic views of Nidderdale and beyond. Beside the river, look out for kingfishers and brown trout.
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Wessenden Valley walk at Marsden
Take a linear walk up the Wessenden Valley. Stride out along the track to explore this beautiful valley and discover four reservoirs along the route.
Best walks for wildlife
From a glimpse of roaming deer to birds floating overhead.
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Parkland explorer walk at Wentworth Castle Gardens
Put on your walking boots and discover historic monuments, woodland and a herd of deer in Stainborough park. With 500 acres of parkland, you can have your own corner to yourself.
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Beningbrough Newton walk
This picturesque route through parkland and woodland includes two options to extend your walk: going further into the woods and taking in the historic village of Newton-on-Ouse.
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Studley Royal deer park walk
Follow this circular route trail to marvel at the 300 wild deer that live within the Studley Royal deer park in North Yorkshire.
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Buckden to Kettlewell walk
Explore the Yorkshire Dales and spot kingfishers and other water wildlife on this easy linear walk, which follows the River Wharfe through fields, farmland, and along historic dry-stone walls.
Wander close to water
Yorkshire is blessed with waterside options, from waterfalls to the coast, tranquil lakes and rivers.
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Malham village to Janet's Foss
Walk this easy-to-follow, there-and-back scenic walk from Malham village to the waterfall at Janet's Foss, following the beck along gravel paths and through fields and woodlands.
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Old Saltburn to Warsett Hill walk
Follow the Old Saltburn to Warsett Hill walking trail on the Yorkshire Coast and enjoy the seaside wildlife, iron stone mining remains, sculptures and wild flowers.
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Beningbrough river and woodland walk
Discover this circular walk from Beningbrough Hall, through woods and along the River Ouse, with sweeping views of the estate and the chance to spot a range of wildlife.
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Menagerie Garden walk at Nostell
Traverse the pretty lakeside paths that meander through the Nostell estate in Yorkshire. On the way, discover the Menagerie Garden with its magnolia trees and cherry blossom.
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Nunnington Hall up Bank and round Rye walk
This circular walk takes you through Nunnington village and up to Caulkleys Bank, with impressive views north and south, before continuing along the scenic River Rye.
History and heritage walks
From centuries old ruins to remnants of expanding industry, learn more about the places around you.
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A walk through the centuries at Fountains Abbey
An easy walk through the Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Estate, exploring the significant stages in the estate's history over eight centuries, from 1132 to 1987.
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Marsden Moor heritage trail south
Push yourself on this 8-mile circular trail which will take you above the Wessenden Valley and show you the moorland plants and birds that make the area internationally important.
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Malham Tarn archaeology walk
Uncover the history of Malham Moor in the Yorkshire Dales on this circular trail, from a Roman military camp and Bronze-Age hunting ground to a 16th-century farmhouse.
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Railway trail walk from Gibson Mill
A varied circular walk through woods, alongside the stream and dams with great views along the higher slopes. Watch out for bluebells in the Spring. Part of this route follow the old railway that was used to build the reservoirs on the tops.
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