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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.

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 circular walk from the town centre. Following the Cleveland Way towards Rievaulx. Continue on road, over the bridge to Ashberry Farm. Footpath through Ashberry Wood to Bow Bridge and on to Rievaulx village. Ascend to the terrace entrance then follow paths back to Griff Lodge. Return to Helmsley via Duncombe Park.

 

Sunday, 14 December 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
289.6m / 950ft
Type:
circular

Parking available at the start (charge payable) or on street behind church. Poles useful for two short steep ascents.

Assistance dogs only with prior consent of leader.

There may be a £1 charge to enter Duncombe Park.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 60999 83801
Nearest postcode:
YO62 5AT
what3words:
establish.firmer.wove
Start time:
10:00 am

Car Park at start of the Clevland Way

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