Walks in Stockton on the Forest
From easy city strolls to challenging trails, discover the best of Stockton on the Forest on foot.
Walk: River Foss Trail, York
A lovely riverside walk with an abundance of wildlife. The walk follows the River Foss from Haxby to York City Centre. The Route what3words for start point: ///overjoyed.string.zinc Start / Finish Point: Folks Close bus stop, Towthorpe Road, Haxby, York YO32 3LY Distance: 4.5 Miles GPX Route Map haxbyriversidewalkgpxfileDownload Walk Description This scenic riverside walk starts from the Folks Close bus stop along Towthorpe Road, Haxby (bus 13). Look out for Landing Lane which is straight ahead on the right. Turn into this lane and look out for a public footpath sign on the left. This track leads to the River Foss. The footpath follows the river as it flows from Haxby to York city centre. The middle part of the walk can be completed on either side of the river until reaching the historic All Saints Church. Stay on the west bank of the river after passing this church. The walk is a great place to see wildlife Look out for ducks, moorhens and dragonflies. If you are lucky you may see a kingfisher. Shoals of fish can easily be seen swimming in the river on a sunny day. The River Foss is also home to water voles. They have disappeared from many parts of the country but can still be found here. At three points the footpath briefly leads to a roadside footpath, but then quickly returns to the riverside. To return to York city centre take the number 12 bus from the Eboracum Way bus stop along Heworth Green.
Walk: Hagg Wood
A beautiful little walk through the bluebell wood in Dunnington, a definite treat for the nature lovers. The Route what3words for start point: ///galleries.snooping.link Start Point: Dunnington Finish Point: Dunnington Distance: 1 Miles GPX Route Map hagg-woodDownload Walk Description Nestled in the lovely village of Dunnington these woods are dotted with bluebells in spring and are a must see for any nature lover. These walks are off the beaten track so are peaceful and the ideal location to enjoy some time in your own thoughts. There are also lovely examples of dog violets and yellow pimpernel to enjoy in the woodland. Occasionally there have been sightings of foxes, badgers and the odd deer so keep your eyes peeled.