The Selby Horseshoe

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Overview

The classic circular walk from Selby Abbey on a good riverside path to Brayton Barff where hopefully the bluebells will be in bloom, returning on field paths and tracks. One stile

No dogs

Saturday, 26 April 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:30 pm

Difficulty:: Easy
Distance:: 15.3km / 9.5mi
Ascent:: 68.6m / 225ft
Type:: circular

If you intend joining the walk, a text would be appreciated just in case of last minute changes. However you are still welcome to just turn up but please always double check the website for any updates.

Starting point

Grid reference:: SE 61525 32392
Nearest postcode:: YO8 4PU
what3words:: multiply.limitless.bootleg

Start time:: 10:00 am

Meet Selby Abbey (West door main entrance) Suggested parking at Back Micklegate Car Park - YO8 3GH -£3.60 all day and walk across to the Abbey for the start of the walk.

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