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Scarborough & District Group

We are the Scarborough and District 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

Join us on a walk in beautiful Rosedale taking in the lovely scenery as well as its industrial heritage. The walk starts on the disused railway track, and we proceed over to Hill Cottages in East Rosedale, then up to Bottoms Farm, then down to Rosedale Abbey. After which we head back up to the disused railway line for the return back to the car park. Some steep slopes but majority easy walking. For experienced walkers.

Sunday, 23 November 2025
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:
474.3m / 1556ft
Type:
circular

Sorry no dogs

The walk takes in exposed moorland, please ensure you wear appropriate outdoor winter clothing / boots and waterproofs. Walking sticks are always useful. Please bring a packed lunch.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 68333 98994
Nearest postcode:
YO62 7LQ
what3words:
nicer.debit.tripled
Start time:
9:30 am

Park and meet at the car park just off the Blakey Road between Hutton le Hole and Castleton opposite the turn off to Church houses.

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