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Midlife Hikers

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

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Overview

This is an 11 mile circular walk along the river, through woodland, with views across Vale of Pickering and the North York Moors and takes in the historic site of the Roman camp at Cawthorn

Setting off from Sinnington the walk follows well established paths along the river and passes through woodland towards Cropton. Having made the ascent to Cropton, we head towards Cawthorn, taking in the views and history, before returning to Sinnington via Wrelton.

Most of the route is along good established paths with easy walking with just one significant ascent. There is a short section of road walking. On the return, the woodland section has been badly affected by recent storms with a number of fallen trees. There is also a series of stiles on the last 1 mile of the walk, as we approach Sinnington.

If you want a walk with rivers, woodland, countryside views and some roman history thrown in, this is the one for you!

Saturday, 22 November 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:
375.2m / 1231ft
Type:
circular

🪧 Meet at the flagpole by Sinnington village hall

🅿️ Parking at Sinnington village hall, YO62 6SA (suggested donation £2) or on-street around the village

🚌 128 bus from Scarborough at 08:35 – return buses at 14:58 and 16:58

🐶 Dogs are welcome, and must be kept on a lead at all times

🥪 You will need to bring a packed lunch

🍺 After the walk, we can call into the pub for a drink

Midlife Hikers is a Ramblers group for people in their 40s and 50s, and our walks are led by volunteers. Non-members are welcome to try us out for free for up to 3 walks but then we ask you to join the Ramblers

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 74463 85848
Nearest postcode:
YO62 6SA
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Start time:
10:00 am

Village hall, Sinnington, YO62 6SA

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