We are the East York Get Your Boots on Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Martin G.
A lovely circular walk from the charming market town of Wetherby, located on the River Wharfe. This historic town is situated midway between London and Edinburgh on the Great North Road, making it a perfect starting point for our journey.
We begin by strolling through Wetherby’s town centre, heading towards the Harland Way, a disused railway line that will take us toward the village of Spofforth. After leaving the old railway behind at Stockeld Grange, we pass through the beautiful Stockeld Park before reaching our lunch stop in the peaceful village of Sicklinghall.
After a well-deserved break, we continue our walk across fields to the village of Linton, where, if the weather is clear, we can enjoy stunning views over lower Wharfedale. From there, we follow a scenic path along a quiet country lane back into Wetherby. On the way, we cross the local golf course and walk around the River Wharfe floodplain. Once back there are plenty of pubs and cafe to choose from for a post-walk drink.
This walk offers a mix of well-maintained paths, quiet country lanes, and farmland. Depending on the weather, some sections may be muddy, so waterproof boots are recommended.
🅿️ Wilderness car park, Wetherby. It is free to park in the Wilderness Car Park (Bridgefoot, Wetherby LS22 6RF) on Sundays, more details here: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/parking-roads-and-travel/parking/parking-prices
🚻 Toilets available in Wetherby about 5 minute walk from the start, please give yourself extra time to get to them and back before the start of the walk.
🥪 You will need to bring a packed lunch
🐶 Suitable for dogs, dogs must be on a lead as some fields may have livestock.
🥾Boots are recommended as the route is expected to be muddy in places
🍺 Options to stop for a drink in Wetherby after the walk
Get Your Boots On is a friendly and sociable group for those in their 20s and 30s, and is part of the Ramblers
Meet by the Band Stand in Wilderness car park, Wetherby. It is free to park in the Wilderness Car Park on Sundays, more details here: https://www.leeds.gov.uk/parking-roads-and-travel/parking/parking-prices
