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

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
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  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A circular walk starting from the village of Appleton Le Moors. We will walk towards the moors via Hamley Lane and Hagg and Lower Askew. We then go onto the moor to see the heather, returning to Lastingham.  Then we will return to Appleton via Spaunton using field paths and tracks.

Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.2km / 8.2mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Meet in the centre of the village opposite the pub- The Moors Inn. There is ample roadside parking in the village. The pub should be open for refreshments afterwards. 3 stiles.

Assistance dogs only.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 73502 87877
Nearest postcode:
YO62 6TF
what3words:
nitrate.armrests.blueberry
Start time:
10:30 am

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 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