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Last updated: October 13, 2025

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1. Sittenham Wood and Sheriff Hutton Castle loop from Sheriff Hutton — Howardian Hills

14.4km

03:53

200m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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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. The Pyramid at Castle Howard – Castle Howard Obelisk loop from Bulmer

12.3km

03:16

120m

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

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4. 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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5. High Fields Summit (73.6 m) – Thornton-le-Clay Windmill loop from Thornton le Clay

10.3km

02:41

70m

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

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The best walks and hikes around Thornton-Le-Clay

1. Sittenham Wood and Sheriff Hutton Castle loop from Sheriff Hutton — Howardian Hills

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

3. The Pyramid at Castle Howard – Castle Howard Obelisk loop from Bulmer

4. Strensall Common loop from Strensall

5. High Fields Summit (73.6 m) – Thornton-le-Clay Windmill loop from Thornton le Clay

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