Walks and hikes around Drax offer a unique perspective on the Yorkshire countryside. This small village, nestled in the heart of Selby district, is surrounded by a mixture of agricultural land and pockets of woodland that make up about 14% of the region's area. The landscape provides a pleasant contrast between open fields and sheltered forest paths, offering hikers a variety of terrains to explore.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

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1. Wetland Area – Birdwatching by the River loop from Barmby on the Marsh

7.36km

01:51

10m

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

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2. Barmby Barrage – Cows in the Countryside loop from Barmby on the Marsh

8.06km

02:02

10m

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

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3. Little Black Dog Brewery loop from Carlton

3.94km

01:00

10m

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

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4. Barmby Barrage – River Ouse loop from Barmby on the Marsh

14.4km

03:38

20m

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

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5. St Laurence Church, Snaith – Snaith Priory Church loop from Carlton

8.93km

02:16

20m

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

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1. Wetland Area – Birdwatching by the River loop from Barmby on the Marsh

2. Barmby Barrage – Cows in the Countryside loop from Barmby on the Marsh

3. Little Black Dog Brewery loop from Carlton

4. Barmby Barrage – River Ouse loop from Barmby on the Marsh

5. St Laurence Church, Snaith – Snaith Priory Church loop from Carlton

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