Walks in Dalby Forest
From easy city strolls to challenging trails, discover the best of Dalby Forest on foot.
Walk: Steam Train Walk from Pickering
Climb abroad the steam train from Pickering to Levisham station and return on foot. The walk follows the line from Levisham village back the 8 miles to Pickering. The Route what3words for start point: ///rift.firelight.successor Start Point: Pickering Train Station Finish Point: Pickering Town Centre Distance: 8 Miles GPX Route Map steamtrainfrompickeringDownload Walk Description Start by taking the steam train to Levisham from Pickering. Always take the train (or bus) first on one way walks to avoid any stress and time constraints on your return. From Levisham station a steep climb takes you to the attractive village of Levisham. From here the walk is (nearly) all downhill as it follows the valley south through Levisham Woods to Farwath meeting Pickering Beck. From here forest tracks follow the river for 4 miles on the return to Pickering. The sound of steam trains passing is just one of the many pleasant experiences on this walk.
Walk: Fox and Rabbit to Pickering Walk
Fox and Rabbit to Pickering Walk is a 9.2 kilometer point-to-point trail located near Pickering, North Yorkshire, England that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips. The Route what3words for start point: ///reference.inserting.retrieves Start Point: Pickering Finish Point: Fox and Rabbit, Lockton Distance: 6 Miles GPX Route Map foxandrabbittopickeringwalkDownload Walk Description A linear walk from the village of Lockton (home to the Fox and Rabbit Inn) to the market town of Pickering in Ryedale. Begin by catching the bus from Pickering to Lockton where you can enjoy lunch before beginning the linear walk back into town. Along the way you will enjoy the hillside pastures of Cross Dale, the haunting woodland of Haugh Wood and an idyllic stretch of the river, Pickering Beck. The walk has several climbs and descents throughout, including a couple of steep sections near the start. The sections of paths through woodland and pasture can be very muddy, slippery and rutted at times so good boots are a must (or wellingtons with grips in the winter months). You will need to negotiate several wide field gates, a couple of kissing gates, a few footbridges, one stone wall stile and one fence stile. (The wall stile is well built and should be easy for dogs to cross and the fence stile has a field gate alongside which is often unlocked. Even if this gate is locked, there is a gap beneath the gate that most dogs should be able to squeeze through). Many of the fields will be holding sheep and at least one field is used to graze cattle at times so take particular care with dogs. You will need to cross the railway twice, both at unsignalled crossing points so take great care to look and listen for trains before you proceed at these points. Allow 3 hours. There are public toilets in The Ropery car park (close to Pickering Market Place) and also in Eastgate car park (near the Pickering bus stop). If you are looking for refreshments, the Fox and Rabbit Inn at Lockton is at the start of the walk, you will find Lowther Place Tea Gardens in Newbridge (just after waypoint 3) and there are plenty of pubs and cafes centred around the Market Place in Pickering at the end of the walk. OS Map: Explorer OL27 North York Moors Eastern 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: Dalby Forest
Enjoy yourself getting lost in the miles of paths and trails to follow in the wonderful forest. The Route what3words for start point: ///mountain.preheated.glaze Start Point: Dalby Forest Finish Point: Dalby Forest Distance: 5 Miles GPX Route Map dalby-forestDownload Walk Description All walks start at the visitors centre and there is ample parking for cars, although there is a charge for parking. The woodland is an absolute delight and you will often find deer, squirrels and various bird and plant life around each twist and turn in the path. The paths are varied so please check the information boards before setting so that you pick and appropriate route. Our favourites include a visit to the stunning Staindale Lake and Elleburn Beck. The longer trails have hidden gems such as the sandstone sculptures at Bridestones.