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We are the York 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

The walk starts by the Salmon Leap Hotel and is about 8 miles, you will need to allow 6 hours for the walk. We will head North and cross a footbridge over the river Esk and then join a trod called Feather Bed Lane which is a steep climb and can be slippery at times. At the top there are lovely views of Whitby and the Abbey. The walk continues along the North side of the River Esk passing through Ruswarp and  on to the Fish Box in Whitby for a chippie lunch, those who do not want to participate can use the benches along the river. The return journey is along the southern side of the railway and river Esk. All are welcome to join us at the River Gardens Cafe YO211TB on completion of the walk 


 

Wednesday, 8 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Assistance Dogs only

Starting point

Grid reference:
NZ 86729 08068
Nearest postcode:
YO22 5AA
what3words:
mice.cyber.thus
Start time:
10:00 am

Parking in the carpark, near the Salmon Leap Hotel Sleights or considerate parking on the estate. Post code YO225AA

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