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Take a Hike Group

We are the Take a Hike 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

Starting from opposite the Fox in Thorner we head towards the trig point at Birkby Hill and then take country lane and tracks through Kidhirst Wood and Oaklands Manor. 

Please bring a head torch and walking boots.

Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Start time:
7:30 pm
Estimated finish time:
9:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
80m / 262ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 37713 40291
Nearest postcode:
LS14 3JW
what3words:
teamed.recount.hedgehog
Start time:
7:30 pm

Street Parking opposite The Fox in Thorner

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