Kidstones, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs : A 100km ride in the Yorkshire Dales
Departure from Richmond (North Yorkshire)
A 100km circular ride starting in Richmond and passing through the Yorkshire Dales taking in the climbs of Kidstones Pass, Fleet Moss and Buttertubs Pass. Great scenery and places for refreshment stops.
Grinton Smelting Mill
Departure from Grinton (North Yorkshire)
An easy circular walk from Grinton with lots of interest. The moors above Grinton have the remains of the lead mining industry and on this walk, you will see those remains plus a well preserved smelting mill and its flue which runs up the hillside. The area is now a grouse moor and you will pass shooting butts and feeding stations for the birds. Great refreshments in Grinton and also over the bridge in Fremington at the Dales Bike Centre.
High Harker Hill - near Grinton, North Yorkshire, UK
Departure from Grinton (North Yorkshire)
This route is mostly on public Bridleways and moorland access tracks with a rough gravel surface with drainage channels crossing them. #WalkingWithWheels.
Easby Abbey and Richmond Castle
Departure from Easby (North Yorkshire)
A short circular walk along the banks of the River Swale with the chance to explore Easby Abbey, Richmond Castle and the lovely market town of Richmond.
Lots to see and do and you can make a short walk into a full day out. Great Ice cream parlour in the Old Railway Station for the return leg.
About 2 hours for the actual walking but longer if you are exploring.
Redmire Force and the Templar's Chapel from West Witton
Departure from West Witton (North Yorkshire)
This a pleasant walk in Wensleydale that allows you to enjoy this beautiful part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The highlights of the walk include the River Ure, Redmire Force and the Chapel of the Kinights Templar.
The Old Gang Smelting Mill & Gunnerside Gill
Departure from Melbecks (North Yorkshire)
A walk of two halves. The first part ascends gently on good tracks, passing the remains of the Old Gang Smelting Mill, before crossing the stream and crossing Melbecks Moor and passing the spoil heaps from the long ceased lead mining industry. The path descends via one of the 'hushes' to the Bunton Level above Gunnerside Gill. The return leg is on grassy paths which contour Brownsey Moor and pass through farmland, often following dry stone walls and passing working farms and traditional barns.
Greta Bridge to Winston - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Rokeby (County Durham)
This walk follows the River Greta and River Tees, taking in some beautiful countryside, ancient bridges and river view.
River Greta Circular
Departure from Brignall (County Durham)
A picturesque walk along the river Greta, abounds with history and nature.
Haw Lane & Aysgarth Moor from Aysgarth
Departure from Aysgarth (North Yorkshire)
This Yorkshire Dales walk explores the pleasant countryside and moorland of Wensleydale. It starts from Aysgarth village and uses moorland paths and tracks for much of its route.
The Knights Templar Preceptory from West Burton
Departure from Burton-cum-Walden (North Yorkshire)
This is a circular walk from the lovely village of West Burton. The start has all the uphill and can be steep but the steep part is short lived. The views are great and there is some interest on the way around with the old lime kiln and the ruins of the Knights Templar chapel.
Rutherford Bridge to Greta Bridge - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Scargill (County Durham)
The 21st section of the route continues to follow the River Greta from Rutherford Bridge through picturesque countryside to the pretty village of Greta Bridge.
Winston to Piercebridge - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Winston (County Durham)
The 23rd section follows the banks of the River Tees from Winston through the pretty village of Gainford which is well worth a stop, then continues to the ancient settlement of Piercebridge with its Roman fort and bridge.
Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey: Beside the River Tees
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A short and enjoyable walk from Bowes Museum to Egglestone Abbey, following the River Tees. At the time of writing (July 21) Bowes Museum is still operating a time ticket entry. If you time your visit correctly you can combine a visit to the museum followed by the walk or vice versa. Please note the gates to the museum close at 5:00. If you think you will arrive back later then park your car outside the museum grounds.
Bowes to Rutherford Bridge - Durham Round Trail
Departure from Bowes (County Durham)
The 20th section of the trail continues from the village of Bowes through the Greta Valley, following the River Greta to Rutherford Bridge and the waterfalls.
The Way of Life - Gainford to Durham
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The Way of Life is one of the Northern Saints' Trails and takes in the religious centre of Bishop Auckland with its castle and art galleries. The trail passes through many County Durham villages from the banks of the River Tees to the banks of the River Wear. Evidence of County Durham's religious and industrial past can be seen throughout the walk including the Etherley Incline, an early railway, Medieval Durham, Escomb Saxon Church and Binchester Roman Fort.
Gainford to Ingleton - The Way of Life
Departure from Gainford (County Durham)
The start of this walk begins at the historic St Mary's Church on the banks of the River Tees in Gainford and passes through farmland and pretty villages finishing in Ingleton.
Teesdale Way Circular from Barnard Castle
Departure from Barnard Castle (County Durham)
A pleasant circular walk starting and finishing at Barnard Castle. It follows the Teesdale Way on the south side of the River Tees and crosses the river via a footbridge north of Cotherstone village. It then heads back on the opposite side of the river. The walking is mostly flat and passes through farm land and riverside woodland.
West Darlington Circular
Departure from Darlington
A diverse walk crossing open fields, following burbling brooks and a beautiful section of the river Tees incorporating part of the Teesdale way.
River Ure & Nutwith Common from Masham
Departure from Masham (North Yorkshire)
A pleasant North Yorkshire walk that starts from the brewing town of Masham. The outward route follows the banks of the River Ure. The return uses paths and lanes to return via Nutwith Common.
Ingleton to West Auckland, The Way of Life
Departure from Ingleton (County Durham)
This section of the walk crosses farmland and follows country lanes starting in the village of Ingleton and finishing in West Auckland with its numerous interesting and historic buildings.
More walks in Downholme
Discover also walks in surrounding cities:
- Akebar
- Aldbrough
- Arrathorne
- Aske
- Barden
- Barningham
- Bellerby
- Boldron
- Brignall
- Brompton-on-Swale
- Brough with St. Giles
- Burton-cum-Walden
- Caldbergh with East Scrafton
- Caldwell
- Carkin
- Carlton Town
- Carperby-cum-Thoresby
- Castle Bolton with East and West Bolton
- Cliffe
- Clifton-on-Yore
- Colburn
- Constable Burton
- Coverham with Agglethorpe
- Dalton
- Easby
- East Hauxwell
- East Layton
- East Witton
- Egglestone Abbey
- Ellerton Abbey
- Ellingstring
- Ellington High and Low
- Eppleby
- Finghall
- Forcett
- Garriston
- Gayles
- Gilling with Hartforth and Sedbury
- Grinton
- Harmby
- Hipswell
- Hope
- Hornby
- Hudswell
- Hunton
- Hutton Hang
- Hutton Magna
- Kirby Hill
- Leyburn
- Marrick
- Marske
- Melmerby
- Melsonby
- Middleham
- Middleton Tyas
- New Forest
- Newbiggin
- Newsham
- Newton-le-Willows
- Ovington
- Patrick Brompton
- Preston-under-Scar
- Ravensworth
- Redmire
- Reeth, Fremington and Healaugh
- Richmond
- Rokeby
- Rookwith
- Scargill
- Scotton
- Skeeby
- Spennithorne
- St. Martin's
- Stainton
- Stanwick St. John
- Thirn
- Thornton Steward
- Tunstall
- Walburn
- Wensley
- West Hauxwell
- West Layton
- West Scrafton
- West Witton
- Whashton
- Wycliffe with Thorpe