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We are the Leeds 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

Meet outside the Spofforth Castle entrance at 10. The castle pub charge for parking and only allow parking for customers . Park on Castle Street. For a brisk country walk towards Kirby Overblow. Can be v wet & muddy in parts .A little road walking  before joining the rocky path towards Sicklinghall, for refreshments at the Scott’s arms . Followed then return journey taking in part of Stockeld Park and return to Spofforth. Maybe cattle in some fields . 

Wednesday, 4 June 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The walk is estimated to be 7/8 miles . Undulating.  By public transport on the no 7 Leeds/Harrogate route and the X70 Wetherby/Harrogate

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 36061 51087
Nearest postcode:
HG3 1ND
what3words:
fuses.donor.commutes
Start time:
10:00 am

Spofforth Castle entrance ( not the Castle Inn pub )

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