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Ruins of Easby Abbey – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

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Ruins of Easby Abbey – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

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Ruins of Easby Abbey – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

03:18

11.5km

250m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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1.90 km

Sandbeck Plantation

Forest

2.67 km

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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3.45 km

St Agatha's Church

Highlight • Other

6.13 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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6.46 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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6.66 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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6.97 km

View of Richmond Castle from the River Swale Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

From the bridge over the River Swale there is a wonderful view of Richmond Castle.

The castle is a Norman Fortress, built to keep in check 'the rebellious North' in …

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7.39 km

View of Richmond Castle from Low Bank Wood

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just outside Richmond, this is a lovely wood for a short stroll with the family or a beginning of a longer walk. From the path running alongside the river, there are truly terrific views of the Richmond Castle.

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10.1 km

Throstle Gill Wood

Forest

11.5 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.86 km

2.73 km

1.96 km

1.19 km

631 m

Surfaces

4.88 km

2.84 km

2.17 km

984 m

367 m

121 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

Weather

Sunday 26 July

21°C

11°C

26 %

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Ruins of Easby Abbey – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

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