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Ryedale Group

We are the Ryedale Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • 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
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Overview

Starting from the village of Newton-on-Rawcliffe, this ten-mile circular hike explores the northern end of Newton Dale. With some steep climbs and descents, the walk has a total ascent of about 1,500 feet. For the outward section, we head up the eastern side of the Dale and take a morning break at Skelton Tower, from where there are splendid views of the valley below and The North Yorkshire Moors railway in particular. For the return phase, the route leads us from Newton Dale Halt down the western side of the Dale and the eastern edge of Cropton Forest. 

Sunday, 24 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
457.2m / 1500ft
Type:
circular

Assistance dogs only with prior consent of the leader

Roadside parking, please avoid blocking driveways.

No public toilet in the village.

Village pub at the end of the walk

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 81220 90521
Nearest postcode:
YO18 8QA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Village main street

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