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Harrogate Group

We are the Harrogate 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
  • 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

Overview

A circular walk from Knaresborough around Hay-a-Park to Coneythorpe. After leaving Knaresborough the route is mainly off road along tracks and over fields but will include a minor road. There are sections which are likely to be muddy. No dogs.

Saturday, 17 January 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
97.5m / 320ft
Type:
circular

If you intend joining the walk a text would be appreciated just in case of any last minute changes. However you are still welcome to just turn up but please always double check the website for any updates.

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 35031 57011
Nearest postcode:
HG5 8AL
what3words:
snowballs.passing.skirt
Start time:
10:00 am

Meet at the Knaresborough Market Cross in Market Place. Car parking is available at York Place Long stay car park (HG5 0BH) five minutes walk from the start. Knaresborough bus station and rail station are close to the start.

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