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England Coast Path - Skinningrove to Staithes
Visorando Member
4.93 mi
+676 ft
-636 ft
2h 50
Moderate
Departure from Loftus (Redcar and Cleveland)
This stretch of the England Coast Path joins the quiet village of Skinningrove with the bustling seaside town of Staithes with its pretty harbour. It takes in some high cliffs with views across the sea and fields passing the site of the Loftus Alum Works on the way. The first half of this way climbs using a mix of steps and steep grassy paths, some quite close to the cliff edge.
Skinningrove Coast
6.22 mi
+722 ft
-719 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Loftus (Redcar and Cleveland)
A walk that takes in some of the highest cliffs in the county
England Coast Path - Staithes to Runswick Bay
3.74 mi
+420 ft
-397 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hinderwell (North Yorkshire)
This stretch of the England Coast Path passes through farmland and along the cliff tops. It links the pretty village of Runswick Bay with the holiday town of Staithes. The route passes the remains of Port Mulgrave which can be visited by a steep walk down to the beach here.
Runswick Bay to Kettleness Circular
5.02 mi
+469 ft
-466 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Hinderwell (North Yorkshire)
A lovely circular walk on the North Yorkshire coastline. It follows an dismantled railway line on the way to Kettleness and returns along the Cleveland Way with great views of Runswick Bay. It can be walked in either direction but the way described gives you the best views.
England Coast Path Short Section - Runswick Bay to Sandsend
4.85 mi
+528 ft
-495 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ellerby (North Yorkshire)
Following the Cleveland Way, this section connects two pretty settlements along a stretch of coast in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park with breathtaking scenery. It begins with a walk along the beach and then a scramble up a ravine before climbing up to the cliif tops.
England Coast Path - Saltburn to Skinningrove
3.49 mi
+397 ft
-377 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Saltburn, Marske and New Marske (Redcar and Cleveland)
This stretch of the England Coast Path connects the busy town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea with the quiet village of Skinningrove via some exposed cliff tops following the same route as the Cleveland Way. Along the way check out the sculptures and continue with the sculpture trail around Skinningrove.
Glaisdale Circular
9.65 mi
+1,555 ft
-1,542 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Glaisdale (North Yorkshire)
Circular walk from Glaisdale taking in Glaisdake Rigg summit and Glaisdale valley.
Baysdale from Hob Hole
9.45 mi
+991 ft
-984 ft
5h 10
Moderate
Departure from Kildale (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors walk takes you around Baysdale which is remote and unspoiled. The route is generally easy to follow and it is best to chose a fine day so you can enjoy the views.
Westerdale and Baysdale Circular
14.24 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,198 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Kildale (North Yorkshire)
A circular walk with three parts. The first is the ascent of the secluded Westerdale; through farmland and upland moors to the old ironstone railway. The second section takes the old railway track westwards to the Bloworth Crossing. Lastly, take a moorland track north and then northeast to follow more tracks over the moors and down into Baysdale, passing Baysdale Abbey Farm and follow paths along the moor edge and back to the parking. A great variety of farmland and moorland, some super views and usually tranquil, with a plethora of wild birds in late spring and summer.
Sandsend Coastal
6.50 mi
+600 ft
-600 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Lythe (North Yorkshire)
A short and easy walk from Sandsend. Heading along the coast and then inland to pass through the quiet villages of Goldsborough and Kettleness before taking the coastal path back to Sandsend.
England Coast Path - Sandsend to Whitby
3.76 mi
+243 ft
-128 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Lythe (North Yorkshire)
This walk starts in the quiet village of Sandsend passing beaches and cafes then winds through the centre of Whitby finishing with a climb up 199 steps to Whitby Abbey giving stunning views back across the town.
The Esk Valley & Egton High Moor
10.44 mi
+1,122 ft
-1,112 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Glaisdale (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors walk explores the moorland to the south of the Esk Valley at Egton Bridge. Some of the walk is along roads which are generally relatively traffic free.
Capt. Cooks Monument from Kildale Circular
5.13 mi
+650 ft
-636 ft
2h 55
Easy
Departure from Kildale (North Yorkshire)
A fairly short but interesting circular walk starting from the parking at Kildale Station. It ascends via a private road and then along a track through the woods to emerge on the moor top near to Capt. Cooks Monument. The walk then descends through the woods and contours along the bottom of the hill before descending again to follow the side of the River Leven, passing a waterfall before joining the road back to Kildale.
England Coast Path - Redcar to Saltburn
4.23 mi
+108 ft
-112 ft
2h 00
Easy
Departure from Redcar and Cleveland
This rural section of the England Coast Path follows miles of sandy beaches and takes in the coastal towns of Redcar, Marske-by-the-Sea and Saltburn-by-the-Sea. The majority of the walk is along sand dunes and the top of cliffs with the final stretch being along the promenade at Saltburn.
Ingleby Incline and Battersby Moor
9.78 mi
+1,099 ft
-1,070 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Kildale (North Yorkshire)
A lovey walk, starting through farmland and then a steady climb up the old railway incline to Ingleby Moor. Back along the top of Ingleby and Battersby Moors and back down to the start. (9.78 miles with 340 metres of ascent.)
Roseberry Topping, The Hanging Stone and Highcliff Nab
8.60 mi
+1,063 ft
-1,043 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Great Ayton (North Yorkshire)
An enjoyable circular walk taking in the good views from Roseberry Topping, The Hanging Stone and Highcliff Nab with a return across Great Ayton Moor. From Great Ayton drive past Gribdale Terrace and park at the col between Cpt' Cook's monument and Roseberry Topping.
North York Moors Circular Kildale area
10.53 mi
+1,440 ft
-1,437 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Great Ayton (North Yorkshire)
A route incorporating parts of the Cleveland way taking in Roseberry Topping and High Cliff Nab, Captain Cooks monument and the quaint village of Kildale.
Glaisdale Moor
11.87 mi
+1,056 ft
-1,056 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Glaisdale (North Yorkshire)
This North York Moors route has the disdvantage that much of the walk follows quiet moorland roads. However the walks offers some beautiful views of Northdale, Rosedale, the Fryup Dales and Glaisdale.
England Coast Path - Redcar
4.20 mi
+20 ft
-20 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Redcar and Cleveland
This section of the England Coast Path takes in marshes, dunes and a seaside promenade and can be enjoyed as part of a day trip to the beach. From the first section of the walk you will be able to see the remnants of the Steel Works beyond the golf course which is now being closed down.
Around Goathland
5.71 mi
+732 ft
-702 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Goathland (North Yorkshire)
An easy circular walk around the lovely village of Goathland. You will see steam trains on the lines, two small waterfalls and have the chance to take refreshments at a unique country pub.
Farndale Circular from Little Blakey
12.02 mi
+1,014 ft
-1,014 ft
6h 25
Moderate
Departure from Rosedale West Side (North Yorkshire)
A North York Moors walk that offers miles of easy walking around Farndale. There is some uphill walking at the start but the rewards are some wonderful views.
Rosedale Valley circular from Little Blakey
10.96 mi
+778 ft
-778 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Rosedale West Side (North Yorkshire)
A relatively 'easy' but lengthy North York Moors walk that takes in the railway and mining heritage of the Rosedale valley. The walk also provides some wonderful views of the valley and surrounding moors.
Dale Head from Rosedale Abbey
8.10 mi
+745 ft
-722 ft
4h 20
Easy
Departure from Rosedale East Side (North Yorkshire)
A pleasant and interesting circular walk from Rosedale Abbey. Farmland, open moors and the remains of the old iron ore mine workings and railway. Lovely half way tea room at Dale Head Farm.
Goathland & Howl Moors
11.24 mi
+735 ft
-728 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Goathland (North Yorkshire)
This lengthy North York Moors walk crosses Two Howes Rigg and circles the Goathland and Howl Moors. In addition the Wheeldale Beck valley is very pretty. For railway enthusiasts you may also see steam trains on the North York Moors Railway.
Spaunton Moor from Chimney Bank
8.09 mi
+810 ft
-810 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Spaunton (North Yorkshire)
A North York Moors walk that is never too strenuous. The route offers some fine views into the Seven Valley with some wonderful moorland walking. In poor visibility a sense of direction and good map reading skills are essential.
A circular tour of Farndale: ridge top and valley bottom
11.77 mi
+1,037 ft
-1,037 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Farndale West (North Yorkshire)
This lovely walk takes you on a tour of upper Farndale; a delightful and peaceful valley in the North York Moors. Starting at Low Mill it heads immediately uphill onto Blakey Ridge and follows the old iron ore railway towards the head of the dale, with great views, before descending into farmland and eventually taking the riverside path back to Low Mill. Where the walking is on the road these are quiet and traffic will be infrequent.
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