We are the Pocklington Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Jonathan S.
This walk will be led by Jonathan Swain. This is a circular walk starting from Thixendale offering fine views across the Wolds via mainly field edge or path and a little road walking. It will be locally graded as Moderate - approx 1170ft ascent.
Starting from St Mary's Church, Thixendale, we begin with a short climb out of the village up Beamer Hill and follow the Wolds Way and Centenary Way to the N before heading E towards Wharram Le Street and the deserted Medieval village of Wharram Percy (see below and website link) where we will stop for lunch. Heading S through Deepdale, we re-join the Wolds Way and meander down to Water Dale leading back to Thixendale village.
The village of Wharram Percy, in the Yorkshire Wolds, was continuously occupied for about 600 years. Probably founded in the 9th or 10th century, it flourished between the 12th and early 14th centuries, when members of the noble Percy family lived in the village. But by the early 16th century it was almost deserted, as a result of gradual abandonment and forced evictions. The ruined church is the last standing medieval building. Around it are the grassed-over foundations of two manor houses and about 40 peasant houses and their outbuildings. Since 1948 the settlement has been the focus of intensive research, which has made it Europe’s best-known deserted medieval village.
No dogs except Assistance Dogs with the prior consent of the walk leader please.
Members are reminded to please carry the in case of emergency (ICE) cards in their rucksack or on their person as these could be important when dealing with an incident eg if a member has a particular medical condition or has important medications etc. Thank you.
Please park responsibly on the main road
