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We are the York Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

From the Cross Keys pub in the middle of Dunnington, we'll explore nature sites around the village, including Hagg Wood.  We'll then continue along route 66 to Gate Helmsley with an optional stop at the Balloon Tree cafe and shop before returning on the number 10 bus.

Friday, 2 May 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
10.5km / 6.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
linear

This walk is quite varied, passing through nature reserves and then farmland with views of the Wolds though we won't be climbing up and down, not even over stiles.  There are break-off points for anybody who'd rather not go as far as Gate Helmsley.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 67091 52558
Nearest postcode:
YO19 5NH
what3words:
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Start time:
10:30 am

Meet outside the Cross Keys pub in Dunnington. Bus X45 leaves York Railway Station at 9.50 and Stonebow at 9.59. Leader will join en route.

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SE 69312 55259
Nearest postcode:
YO41 1NQ
what3words:
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Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm

Return from number 10 bus stop in Gate Helmsley, shown on the map as the Manor House.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking