Helmsley Loop Route Details

A long route around the quiet, forested valleys north of Helmsley, passing the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey

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In the wooded dale

Looking across to Howl Wood

Cowhouse Bank

Near the viewpoint at Newgate Bank

from the road a fast downhill takes you into the valley

The ruined abbey at Rievaulx

Distance:

19.9 miles (32 km)

Ascent:

2858 feet (871 m)

Offroad:

80%

Difficulty:

Start Helmsley. OS GR SE 612 837

Facilities Shops and pubs in Helmsley, cafe in grounds of Rievaulx Abbey

OS Map EX026