Walks in Acaster Selby
From easy city strolls to challenging trails, discover the best of Acaster Selby on foot.
Walk: Wolsey Walk
Known as the “Windsor of the North” because of its association with royalty and archbishops, Cawood is an attractive village with many historic associations, which you can see on the circular ‘Wolsey Walk’ that takes you around the village and past the impressive Cawood Castle. The Route Start / Finish Point: Old Road, Cawood, Selby YO8 3SG Distance: 5 Miles GPX Route Map wolseywalkDownload Walk Description Situated on the southern bank of the River Ouse a little over five miles from Selby, Cawood is sometimes known as the “Windsor of the North” because of its association with royalty and archbishops in past centuries. Today it is an attractive village with many historic associations, which you can see on the circular ‘Wolsey Walk’ that takes you around the village and past the impressive Cawood Castle, believed to be the source of the Humpty Dumpty nursery rhyme. Wolsey Walk is a circular route, starting from Cawood and has proved to be very popular over the years. Covering approximately five miles in length, it is not strenuous and therefore is idea for family groups. The approximate time for this walk is 2 - 2.5 hrs. Several notable landmarks are encompassed on the route. Start Point: Old Road, adjacent to the River Ouse near Cawood Swing Bridge. Terrain: Minor roads, tracks through arable land and a good stretch of riverside paths. Some parts may be muddy at times, so sensible shoes or boots are advised.
Walk: Stillingfleet Loop
Enjoy this circular loop of the picturesque village of Stillingfleet, which is home to a unique green, Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens and a remarkable Norman church with a long history and fascinating stories to tell. The Route what3words for start point: ///hexes.chiefs.hips Start Point: York Rd, Stillingfleet, York YO19 6SJ Finish Point: York Rd, Stillingfleet, York YO19 6SJ Distance: 7 Miles GPX Route Map stillingfleetloopDownload Walk Description Enjoy this circular loop of the picturesque village of Stillingfleet, which is home to a unique green, Stillingfleet Lodge Gardens and a remarkable Norman church with a long history and fascinating stories to tell. The picturesque village of Stillingfleet is home to a remarkable Norman church with a long history and fascinating stories to tell. The south west doorway is reputed to be one of the finest in England and on display inside the church, you will find one of the oldest and most important doors in the country! The original Norman wooden door, with its original ironwork, including almost complete 'C' hinges is said to date back to the initial building of the church, and there is some evidence to suggest that it may have been used elsewhere in the tenth century. Wander along the loop, starting and finishing in the heart of the village and enjoy everything that Stillingfleet has to offer, including the beautiful and unique green.
Walk: Naburn Locks
Explore the wonderful Naburn Locks on the River Ouse. On this short walk you can explore the interesting heritage and wildlife around the locks. The Route what3words for start point: ///tastings.kept.roaming Start / Finish Point: Naburn, York YO19 4RU Distance: 0.4 Miles GPX Route Map naburnDownload Walk Description Found just to the south of York city centre, Naburn Locks is a perfect place for a stroll. The historic locks, the first of which was built in 1757, were incredibly important for trade in and out of York. Around the locks you can see lots of interesting heritage, from the grand banqueting hall to the former navigation offices and workshops, complete with its own blacksmith’s forge. Walking around the lock island you will see wooden carvings and information boards about the site as well as a beautiful sensory garden, where you can sit and look out over the river Ouse. The island is also home to the Tansy beetle, which is only found on the banks of the river Ouse and the East Anglia fens. Crossing back over the lock and walking along the path to the north you will see the lock keeper’s cottage and can enjoy the riverside views.