The old railway line from Hull to Hornsea which is now repurposed as the Trans Pennine Trail. A traffic free trail where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the quintessential British countryside.

Josh

August 26, 2022

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This path is quiet a long one which is primarily under shade. There is car parking close by and a view benches to sit down and relax.

RichD

October 5, 2025

Hiking

This is the site of Skirlaugh Rail Station, which closed to passengers on May 6, 1957, but remained in use for goods traffic until November 11, 1963. The platforms are visible alongside the rail trail.

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Best routes near Trans Pennine Trail: Old Hull to Hornsea Railway Line

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1. Busy Road – Alpacas loop from Ellerby

6.39km

01:37

20m

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

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2. Hornsea Trail Car Park – Burton Constable Hall loop from Bilton

19.3km

04:54

40m

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

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3. Busy Road – View of Holderness Drain loop from Sutton

11.2km

02:49

10m

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

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Elevation 60 m

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Saturday 14 March

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Ellerby, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Parish Church of St. Swithins, Sproatley

Benningham Hall

Humber Street

Hull Ferry Terminal

Hornsea Beach

Countryside Walk Near Skirlaugh

Whitedale Disused Railway Station

The Deep Aquarium

Start of Beverley Beck

Trans Pennine Trail: Old Hull to Hornsea Railway Line

1. Busy Road – Alpacas loop from Ellerby

2. Hornsea Trail Car Park – Burton Constable Hall loop from Bilton

3. Busy Road – View of Holderness Drain loop from Sutton

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