Wednesday, 28 February 2024

Sunday Walk: March 10 2024 @ 10:00 - Cowlam (Wolds)

Start: 10am prompt from Cowlam

Parking: Rough verge on western side of lane near the entrance to Cowlam Manor. (Please don't block the entrance) Be aware that the verge is very uneven.

Leader: David
 

What3words:  ///punks.removals.toned

 

Distance: 8 miles (Approx)

 

Level of difficulty: moderate. Typical Wolds walking.

 

Facilities: None. Cafe at Seldmere afterwards. (Any other suggestions will be welcome.)




Friday, 2 February 2024

Sunday walk: 11 February 24 - Huggate - 10:00am

Start: 10am prompt

Parking: A new car park has opened in Huggate to the east of the village on the Driffield Road. See the What3words link below for its location. No charge and it holds around 20 cars.

Leader: Keith

What3words:  ///trudges.send.tram

Distance: 8.5 miles (Approx)

Level of difficulty: moderate. Typical Wolds walking.

Facilities: Also new in Huggate is a excellent cafe (Walnut Cottage Tea Room) where we can finish with a tea & scone. (Other treats are available!)


Tuesday, 9 January 2024

Sunday walk - 14 January - Sutton Bank

Start: Usual 10.00am Prompt.


Parking: Sutton Bank car park - parking fee payable by card, no cash.

 

Leader: Steve

 

Postcode for satnav: YO7 2EH

 

What3words:  ///pictures.brings.severe

 

Distance: 8 miles

 

Level of difficulty: moderate, includes climb down and later climb up Whitestone cliff

 

Facilities: cafe and toilets at Sutton Bank visitor centre

 

Starting from the visitor centre car park, we will head through the trees down Whitestone Cliff and towards Gormire Lake before turning north towards Boltby. Turning east, heading uphill, we join the Cleveland Way, enjoying wonderful views across the Vale of York - hopefully.


Tuesday, 14 November 2023

Sunday walk - 3rd December - Helmsley - 10 am Start

A slightly shorter walk - 7.1 miles - from Helmsley through Hag Wood and returning along part of the Tabular Hills walk.

The plan is to have one drink break  so that we are back in Helmsley in time for lunch at 2.00 PM at the Vinehouse Cafe at Helmsley Walled Garden behind the castle.

Start: 10am prompt - Meeting on the corner where you turn for the Cleveland Way car park off the Stokesley Road. (B1257)

Parking: The most convenient car park is the Cleveland Way Car Park (Fee payable - machines take cards) but feel free to park where you prefer. 

Leader: Keith (07971 368613)

Postcode for satnav: YO62 5EA

What3Words: ///crispier.dwarf.arrive

Distance: 7.1 Miles

Difficulty: We will be using well marked paths but it is December and it can be muddy. (Probably better to leave the stilettos in the car and change into them at the end) 

Facilities: Toilets in Helmsley

Vinehouse Cafe: They are reserving an area of the cafe for us but it would be nice to be able to give them and idea of numbers so I would appreciate if you could let me know if you are planning to join us for the meal. Non-walkers more than welcome. 

The cafe has a range of offerings on the menu and they will take orders on the day. They have a website if you want more details:- www.vinehousecafehelmsley.co.uk

Friday, 3 November 2023

Sunday Walk - 5th November @10.00 - Newgate Bank, North York Moors

Start: 10am prompt - Newgate Bank Car Park

From Helmsley, take the B1257 Stokesley Road and follow for approx 4 miles. The car-park is on the RHS at the top of Newgate Bank. Beware that the sign is slightly hidden. 

Parking: Free Parking at the car park

Leader: Keith

Postcode for satnav: YO62 5NB  - This should take you past the entrance if travelling via Helmsley.

Distance: 8.5 - 9.0 miles

Difficulty: It's on the Moors so plenty of ups & downs but nothing too demanding. Walking on recognised paths.

Facilities: Toilets and cafes afterwards in Helmsley

Thursday, 5 October 2023

Sunday walk: Beverley - 8 October

Start: 10am prompt - meet at the Market Cross, Beverley town centre

Parking: plenty of parking near the centre of Beverley (there is a charge for some of the car-parks, but there is also free parking if you look for it)

Leader: David

Postcode for satnav: HU17 8AJ

What3Words: ///shoppers.recruited.backpacks

Distance: 9 miles

Difficulty: Flat, easy

Facilities: Toilets and cafes afterwards in Beverley Centre

Tuesday, 1 August 2023

Sunday walk: Exploring countryside south of Beverley - 13 August

Start: 10am prompt - meet at the Market Cross, Beverley town centre

Parking: plenty of parking near the centre of Beverley.

Leader: David

Postcode for satnav: HU17 8AJ

What3Words: ///shoppers.recruited.backpacks

Distance: 9 miles

Difficulty: Flat, easy.

Facilities: Toilets and cafes afterwards in Beverley Centre