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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.

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

A circular walk from the centre of Driffield threading through the streets until we cross the Driffield to Bridlington road and head north up Long Lane then west to Wold Farm. Crossing the Driffield to Langtoft Road we then continue to Elmswell Wold Farm then south along Garton Balk, crossing the Driffield to York Road, turning shortly after to Elmswell Hall Farm. After the delights of Little Driffield the route follows Church Lane then, after crossing the A614, returns to the centre of Driffield via Kings Mill.

Wednesday, 16 August 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Surfaces range from paved to tracks and well worn grassed paths with a chance of adjacent nettles. There may be some mud if the weather has been inclement. With no steep ascents or descents walking poles aren't essential.

There are public toilets at the start/finish point. Parking can be found throughout Driffield, some Pay and Display and some on-street. Cross Hill car park itself is short stay.

Driffield has plenty of cafes and public houses for post walk refreshments.

 

No dogs except for registered assistance dogs.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
TA 02276 57680
Nearest postcode:
YO25 6RQ
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shocking.distract.compacts
Start time:
10:00 am

Adjacent to Library and Public Conveniences.

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