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Overview

We start at the bus stop at Acaster Lane and then head along Bishopthorpe Road to the Knavesmire and Knavesmire Wood. We then return to Bishopthorpe via the cycle track. A very flat walk which may be muddy. Poles recommended.

No dogs

Leader: Lynda 07986 463460

Saturday, 17 January 2026
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
1:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Catch the no 11 bus from Stonebow at 09.14 or the Railway station at 09.22 arriving at Acaster Lane at 09.45.

Return buses to York 13.57, 15.07 and 16.15.

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 59304 47718
Nearest postcode:
YO23 2QG
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Start time:
9:45 am

Bus stop at Acaster Lane

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