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Last updated: October 12, 2025

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1. Howsham Wood and Kirkham Priory loop from Howsham Bridge — Howardian Hills

19.9km

05:20

240m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Ruins of Byland Abbey – Kirkham Priory Ruins loop from Barton le Willows

10.0km

02:40

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Strensall Common loop from Strensall

5.46km

01:23

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Horse Pasture Pond – Strensall Common loop from Strensall

8.68km

02:11

10m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Hiking loop from Holtby

7.71km

02:00

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Claxton

1. Howsham Wood and Kirkham Priory loop from Howsham Bridge — Howardian Hills

2. Ruins of Byland Abbey – Kirkham Priory Ruins loop from Barton le Willows

3. Strensall Common loop from Strensall

4. Horse Pasture Pond – Strensall Common loop from Strensall

5. Hiking loop from Holtby

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