Tips
June 13, 2018
Hiking
Not suitable for young children if not kept close, as large sections have a 15-20 foot (4-6m) drop in places from the unprotected edge of the wall.
The section from Layerthorpe Bridge to Bootham bar is quite narrow but does have a railing to protect those walking from falling off the edge.
June 27, 2023
Hiking
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Elevation 80 m
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