Pickering Newtondale Forest Loop Route Details

A moderately difficult, hilly and forested route to the north of Pickering.

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Muddy farm track typical of the first part of the route

The view north over Newtondale

Looking down the descent - beware the steps!

Path across the well named Stony Moor

The tricky descent to the valley bottom

Pleasant woodland track

Distance:

19.9 miles (32 km)

Ascent:

2100 feet (640 m)

Offroad:

75%

Difficulty:

Start Pickering High Street. OS GR SE 797 840

Facilities Pubs and shops in Pickering, Pub in Newton-on-Rawcliffe, nothing else on route.

OS Map EX027