Knaresborough, Nidd Gorge and the Hermits Cave (brisk pace)

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Overview

This varied walk takes us along the length of the Nidd Gorge to the village of Knox and then follows a variety of paths to the opposite side of Knaresborough. We then do more riverside walking and visit a rare medieval hermitage at St Roberts Cave before following the attractive valley back to Conyngham Hall Car Park. Then we finish off in style with a visit the Ugly Duckling for tea and cake.

Please meet at Conyngham Hall Car Park, 52 Bond End, Knaresborough HG5 9AX at 9.50am for a 10.00am start.

Pay and display £5.30 all day.
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ABOUT YOU:

Bring a packed lunch, fluids and snacks.

Wear/carry appropriate outdoor clothing suitable for the current conditions and expected weather.

Sunday, 9 November 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Strenuous
Distance:: 20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:: 200m / 656ft
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 34472 57180
Nearest postcode:: HG5 9AX
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Conyngham Hall Car Park, 52 Bond End, Knaresborough HG5 9AX. Pay and display £5.30 all day.

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