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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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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

A short scenic walk from the Village Hall takes us beside the pond, past the church and over to Paper Mill Farm and Ellerburn. After visiting St Hilda's Church and exploring Kirkdale Slack, we'll return to the village alongside Thornton Beck and past Victory Mill.

After the walk, please join us in the village hall for some festive refreshments and a tour of the Christmas lights in the village.

Sunday, 21 December 2025
Start time:
12:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
12:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
193m / 633ft
Type:
circular

It's a walk on good tracks and paths climbing steadily out of the village and descending to the Ellerburn Valley.  Boots are advised since it could be slippery and wet in places. Please wear something warm - it's a winter walk.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 83290 83003
Nearest postcode:
YO18 7RL
what3words:
broker.volcano.blacken
Start time:
12:00 pm

The start point is the rear of Thornton Dale Village Hall (narrow entrance off Pickering Road) where there are 12 parking spaces for hall users. If full, please use the main village CP (pay & display) or street parking.

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