An invigorating circular walk to blow away the weekend cobwebs. We will pass a stone monument dedicated to the intrepid explorer Captain James Cook, climb the Yorkshire Matterhorn (Roseberry Topping) and follow part of the Cleveland Way.
Mostly footpaths and bridleways, some tracks across open land. Moderate ascents and descents to work those glutes.
Facilities on route - a shrubbery!
Start the walk at Forestry Commission car park at Gribdale Gate.
Forestry England
Gribdale Gate
Dikes Lane
Hambleton
TS9 6HN
Local pub is the Royal Oak Great Ayton if you have time to spare after.
Distance is 5 miles. Duration approx 3 hours.