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Pocklington Group

We are the Pocklington Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This walk will be led by Jack Hutchinson.

A fine scenic and varied 11 mile walk with stretches of moorland ,fields and woodland. Starting with a steep descent into the Hole of Horcum ,then scenic and mainly easy walking to Levisham. Then a steep,possibly slippery descent and re-ascent to Lockton for morning break stop. Crossing the A169 the walk continues through Staindale then upwards to the Bridestones for a later lunch at the 8 mile point. The remainder of the walk continues along a short stretch of rough, possibly boggy moorland after which there are 2.5 easy miles on the gradual climb along the Old Wife's Way back to the start.

No dogs except registered assistance dogs with the consent of the leader.

Wednesday, 15 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
396.2m / 1300ft
Type:
circular

Locally graded moderate plus .

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 85300 93701
Nearest postcode:
YO18 7NS
what3words:
exporters.greyhound.best
Start time:
10:00 am

Car park Hole of Horcum - charges apply.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking