The breathtaking ruins of Easby Abbey lie within picturesque North Yorkshire countryside by the River Sawle. One of the best preserved monasteries of the Premonstratensian 'white canons', it boasts a …

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7.58 km

The Drummer Boy's Stone

Highlight • Historical Site

Muddy path when wet, wear sensible shoes

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7.64 km

Bolton Abbey Ruins and The Station

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

8.68 km

Top of Richmond Castle Tower

Highlight • Castle

The top of the tower is accessible and offers some great views across Richmond and the Castle Grounds

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9.02 km

View of the River Swale & Richmond Castle

Highlight • Castle

The Little Drummer Boy Tea Room -worth a visit

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9.08 km

Richmond Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Standing proudly on a tall rocky outcrop above the River Swale, Richmond Castle is one of the oldest Norman fortresses in Britain. The castle was constructed from 1071 onwards following …

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9.29 km

Richmond Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Referred to as the jewel in the heart of North Yorkshire, the picturesque town of Richmond is renowned for breathtaking beauty that has inspired painters and poets for centuries. Boasting …

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15.9 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.48 km

3.48 km

1.92 km

581 m

545 m

498 m

402 m

Surfaces

9.08 km

3.33 km

2.16 km

1.09 km

230 m

Elevation

Highest point (220 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

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