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Great Edstone is a village located in North Yorkshire, governed by North Yorkshire Council (formerly Ryedale). This small settlement is known for its rural landscape and historical roots in agriculture. Visitors can explore the surrounding countryside, which offers picturesque views and opportunities for outdoor activities.
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Little Edstone Holiday Cottages
Little Edstone Holiday Cottages offer a serene rural escape in Great Edstone, just a short drive from York. While the parking details are not specified, visitors can expect standard pay-and-display options typical of the area. Enjoy a comfortable stay with amenities like an indoor swimming pool and gym, perfect for families and groups.
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Sinnington Common
Sinnington Common offers convenient parking for visitors exploring the picturesque village of Sinnington. Located on Main Street, this facility provides easy access to the charming medieval church and the scenic village green, perfect for a peaceful picnic or a leisurely stroll. Enjoy the tranquil surroundings and the nearby attractions with ease.
Kirkbymoorside Peace Pole
Discover the Kirkbymoorside Peace Pole, a serene monument crafted from a Yorkshire gatepost, inscribed with a message of global peace.
Natural Health Centre
Find expert physiotherapy and relaxing deep tissue massage in Kirkbymoorside, highly-rated for professional and effective care.
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Fat boys catering
Discover Fat boys catering, a highly-rated roadside stop near Kirkbymoorside, serving exceptional fast food and friendly service.
Kirkbymoorside Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf on a well-maintained course, followed by delicious dining in a welcoming atmosphere at Kirkbymoorside Golf Club.
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Walk: Kirkbymoorside and Gillamoor
Kirkbymoorside and Gillamoor is a 9.3 kilometer loop trail located near Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, England that offers scenic views and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and trail running. The Route what3words for start point: ///skills.paces.centrally Start / Finish Point: Market Pl, Kirkbymoorside, York YO62 6AA Distance: 6 Miles GPX Route Map kirkbymoorsideandgillamoorDownload Walk Description A circular walk from the market town of Kirkbymoorside in Ryedale. The route heads north through Manor Vale Woodland and open fields to reach nearby Gillamoor with its pretty church and surprise view, before returning through plantations alongside the River Dove. The walk has several climbs and descents throughout, including one steep climb within the plantation on the return leg. Many of the bridleways through woodland can be very muddy, slippery and rutted at times so good boots are a must. You will need to negotiate several wide field gates plus one stile (this is in the second half of the walk and has a tight wooden fence surround, so dogs may need a lift over). You will cross one horse paddock and you may also come across livestock in a couple of pastures in the second half so take particular care with dogs. Allow 3 hours. There are public toilets in Town Farm car park (just behind the library) at the start and end of the walk. If you are looking for refreshments, you will find The Royal Oak pub in Gillamoor about half-way round (just before waypoint 3) or there are plenty of pubs and cafes centred around the Market Place in Kirkbymoorside at the start and end of the walk. OS Map: Explorer OL26 North York Moors Western Area. This walk follows public footpaths and bridleways which cross private and public land. Please respect people's privacy, keep dogs under control and remember the Countryside Code.
Walk: Kirkbymoorside and Ravenswick
Kirkbymoorside and Ravenswick is a 6.1 kilometer loop trail located near Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, England that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and running. The Route what3words for start point: ///cucumber.clef.moving Start / Finish Point: Piercy End, Kirkbymoorside, York YO62 6DG Distance: 4 Miles GPX Route Map kirkbymoorsideandravenswickDownload Walk Description A circular walk from the market town of Kirkbymoorside in Ryedale. The route heads east and north, visiting the site of the former Ravenswick Hall, the beautiful Ravenswyke Woods and a long stretch of Manor Vale Woods. The walk has several climbs and descents throughout, including a couple of quite steep sections. A few sections (especially in the woodlands) can be very muddy so good boots are a must. You will need to negotiate one field gate and several kissing gates, but there are no stiles or livestock on route. Allow 2 hours. There are public toilets in Town Farm car park (just behind the library) at the start and end of the walk. If you are looking for refreshments there are plenty of pubs and cafes centred around the Market Place in Kirkbymoorside at the start and end of the walk. OS Map: Explorer OL26 North York Moors Western Area. This walk follows public footpaths and bridleways which cross private and public land. Please respect people's privacy, keep dogs under control and remember the Countryside Code.
Walk: Kirkbymoorside and St Gregory's Minster
Kirkbymoorside and St Gregory's Minster is a 7.2 kilometer loop trail located near Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, England that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and running. The Route what3words for start point: ///skills.paces.centrally Start Point: Kirkbymoorside Finish Point: Kirkbymoorside Distance: 4 Miles GPX Route Map kirkbymoorsideandstgregorysminsterDownload Walk Description A circular walk from the market town of Kirkbymoorside in Ryedale. The route heads west through open fields and pastures, visiting Kirkdale Cave (where a fascinating set of fossilised bones were discovered) and St Gregory's Minster along the way. The walk has many gentle gradients throughout plus a couple of short steep slopes. A few sections (including the paths close to the cave and minster) can be very muddy so good boots are a must. You will need to negotiate several kissing gates, some stepping stones (although these can be avoided if you wish) plus 13 stiles (the majority of these stiles are tall and have tight wooden or wire fence surrounds so dogs will need a lift over). You will cross one horse paddock, several sheep pastures and a couple of fields that may be holding cattle so take particular care if you do choose to take a dog with you. The route crosses the main A170 road (which can be very busy) twice, so ensure you take time to wait for a suitable gap in the traffic. Allow 2.5 hours. There are public toilets in Town Farm car park (just behind the library) at the start and end of the walk. If you are looking for refreshments there are plenty of pubs and cafes centred around the Market Place in Kirkbymoorside at the start and end of the walk. OS Map: Explorer OL26 North York Moors Western Area. This walk follows public footpaths and bridleways which cross private and public land. Please respect people's privacy, keep dogs under control and remember the Countryside Code. Stay in Kirkbymoorside There's a wide range of accommodation to choose from nearby:
Ryedale Market Towns Trail: Part 6 Kirkbymoorside to Helmsley
Ryedale Market Towns Trail: Part 6 Kirkbymoorside to Helmsley is a 14.3 kilometer point-to-point trail located near Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, England that offers scenic views and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching. The Route what3words for start point: ///dividers.taped.pothole Start Point: Kirkbymoorside Finish Point: Helmsley Distance: 9 Miles GPX Route Map ryedalemarkettownstrailpart6kirkbymoorsidetohelmsleyDownload A linear walk from Kirkbymoorside to Helmsley in North Yorkshire, forming the sixth and final part of the Ryedale Market Towns Trail. The route heads west through a mixture of open crop fields, sheep pastures and woodland valleys with gorgeous views from the hilltops. Along the way there are several interesting landmarks including Kirkdale Cave (where a fascinating set of fossilised bones were discovered), St Gregory's Minster, the predominantly thatched village of Pockley and the magical woodland ravine of Riccal Dale. ABOUT The Ryedale Market Towns trail is a 67 mile (108km) long-distance circular trail, created to allow walkers to enjoy the highlights of Ryedale, visiting each of the five market towns along the way. It is published through a collaboration with the Ryedale District Council. For more visitor information on the area including events and accommodation, go to www.VisitRyedale.co.uk ACCESS The walk has several steady climbs and descents throughout, plus a couple of steeper sections through Riccal Dale. The paths are mostly unmade and can get very muddy after periods of rain and in winter. You will need to negotiate several gates and kissing gates, two footbridges (one of which has steps each end) plus 5 stiles (a couple of which have tight fence surrounds so dogs will need a lift over). You will be sharing many of the pastures with sheep, so take particular care with dogs. There are only a few short sections along country lanes. Allow 4.5 hours. LOGISTICS If you are completing the whole 67 mile trail, you can arrange accommodation at both ends of this stretch, in Kirkbymoorside and in Helmsley. If you are walking this stretch as a stand-alone 9-mile walk, you can catch a bus for the return leg. Bus 128 will take you from Helmsley Market Place to Kirkbymoorside Market Place, taking just 20 minutes. The buses usually run hourly Mon-Sat and every two hours on Sundays. FACILITIES There are public toilets at each end of the walk. If you are looking for refreshments, there are lots of shops (including two bakeries) in Kirkbymoorside if you want to buy picnic supplies and you will be spoilt for choice in Helmsley at the end of the walk. OS Maps: OL26 North York Moors Western Area. This walk follows public footpaths and bridleways which cross private and public land. Please respect people's privacy, keep dogs under control and remember the Countryside Code. Access a list of all the segments that make up this walk here.