A winters walk through Dalby Forest

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Overview

A great walk through Dalby Forest, starting from Thornton-le-Dale there is a steady uphill walk on a road that soon turns into a track (muddy when wet), but with great views over the valley. Then following good forest tracks down to the Shoulder of Mutton and up Sand Dale and then down House Dale to Low Dalby (with public conveniences). A flat walk back through the Forest along Thornton Dale and Ellerburn to the village.

Wednesday, 11 February 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 18.3km / 11.4mi
Ascent:: 320m / 1050ft
Type:: circular

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 83549 82968
Nearest postcode:: YO18 7RP
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet at the Car Park in Thornton-le-Dale (charges apply)

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