Yorkshire Wolds Way

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Journey Time:   
5 Days
Distance: 
79 miles (127 km)
Airports:
Humberside/
Doncaster
Sheffield/
Leeds
Bradford

Plan your route: VisitBritain Journey Planner (visitbritain.transportdirect.info/web2)

Overview

The Yorkshire Wolds Way National Trail (www.nationaltrail.co.uk/YorkshireWoldsWay/) is a delightful mixture of rolling chalk wolds with large airy field tops and dramatic dry valleys. Enjoy great views and a sense of freedom on the trail, which starts at the Humber foreshore at Hessle and finishes at the Filey Brigg outcrop on the coast south of Scarborough.

Day 1: Hessle - South Cave

Hessle - South Cave: 13 miles (21 km)
Totals for Day: 13 miles (21 km)

Hessle

For most walkers, the start of the Yorkshire Wolds Way will be at the sculpture in the shadow of Humber Bridge, but for historic reasons, the trail starts at Hessle Haven, a short way back. The first few miles of the walk pass the Humber estuary, the ideal place to relax and watch the ships pass.

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South Cave

The market town of South Cave is the next stop on the Yorkshire Wolds Way. The town dates back to the 11th century, and has all the amenities you'll need after your long walk. Take a walk around the farmers market, where you can pick up local organic produce, and visit the Gothic Cave Castle, which now operates as a hotel with a gym and golf club.

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