Brayton Barff Bluebells, Selby Canal and Gateforth

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Overview

Joint walk led by Howden & Goole Group. We begin by walking through Brayton Barff and enjoying the profusion of bluebells, then cross the busy A63 via a pedestrian bridge and follow the Selby Horseshoe to Burton Bridge and the Selby Canal. We then follow canal footpath for over a mile to Paper House bridge; from here we follow farm tracks through a wood to the lovely village of Gateforth. Leaving the village we pass a couple of farms and cross a high speed rail tack via a pedestrian bridge and field paths , eventually returning to Mill Lane. There will be a drinks break & a picnic lunch break.

Monday, 5 May 2025

Start time:: 10:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:: 30m / 98ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/visiting-woods/woods/brayton-barff/

Public transport: 9.15 train from Hull to Selby, then bus to Field Lane and 14 mins walk. (Check before travelling!)

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 58899 29901
Nearest postcode:: YO8 9LD
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Start time:: 10:30 am

Park at the end of Mill Lane, Brayton (no through road), nr Selby YO8 9NZ.

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