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

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Overview

A walk with views from the Cleveland Way in search of the medusa tree.  Please note there is a strenuous climb on this walk through Battersby Plantation up to the Cleveland Way, a climb of 1,000 feet.  Take this at your own speed, there are no prizes for being the first or last to the top!  Once this climb is complete the views are stunning and the return is more moderate.

Assistance dogs only.

Sunday, 5 May 2024
Start time:
2:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
5:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.6km / 6.6mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

We will walk across the fields towards Battersby Junction then ascend the Cleveland Hills through the plantation up to the Cleveland Way.  Our descent will be via the railway incline before breaking off right and heading back into the plantation in search of the medusa tree.  This is an old oak tree said to be over 250 years old.  Due to the location of the tree access can be difficult if the weather conditions are unsuitable so a decision will be made on the day by the leader to ensure everyone's safety.

There will be a ten minute break. Please feel free to bring a drink/snack to enjoy.

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 59241 06055
Nearest postcode:
TS9 6LP
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Start time:
2:00 pm

Park along the roadside.

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