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Pocklington Group

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

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Overview

A pleasant circular route taking in Howardian Hills countryside and villages. Leaving Coxwold we pass the Church [octagonal tower] and Shandy Hall [Grade 1 listed], before descending to the old railway line [now a right of way] and head west then south to reach Husthwaite village. Continuing south for a few miles we reach 'Flower of May' and 'Peep O'Day' farms. Both attractively named but prepare for mud!

Changing direction to east and north, we go through Thornton Lodge Farm, aiming for Oulston. Here we turn west and using an ancient track for a couple of miles, we skirt the east side of Husthwaite onto Beacon Banks, following which is a descent into Coxwold.

Wednesday, 1 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
274.3m / 900ft
Type:
circular

Route will use cross field and field edge paths; farm tracks and minimal road walking. Could be muddy in places so poles will be useful. Possibility of livestock in fields.

Assistance dogs only and following liaison with Walk Leader.

Walkers to carry ICE details

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 53620 77294
Nearest postcode:
YO61 4BB
what3words:
critic.aviators.cheaper
Start time:
10:00 am

Coxwold Village Hall car park - honesty box

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