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Difficulty
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Easy
Elevation
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140 m
Distance
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11.6 km
Duration
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2.5-3.5h
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Thornton Steward Circular Walk

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The Thornton Steward Circular Walk is a lovely journey that showcases expansive views across Nidderdale. Discover countless sheep grazing along the open fields and wander along the river. Stop at the Cover Bridge Inn, where you can enjoy the beer garden after a nice, peaceful walk.

Route Description for Thornton Steward Circular Walk

The Thornton Steward Circular Walk is a beautiful stroll that visits many places. Beginning in the car park, you will follow the path and come across Kilgram bridge. As you continue, you will pass Jervaulx Abbey, which is a delightful little tea room, where many people stop for refreshments before continuing on their walk. You will then come across the Cover Bridge Inn which houses a beautiful beer garden that you can take a break at if you missed the tearoom beforehand. Following the path you will then come across Danby Park. Take some time to explore this area before rejoining the path, which will lead you back to the car park where you began as this is a circuit walk.

Getting to the Thornton Steward Circular Walk Trailhead

To get to the Thornton Steward Circular Walk from Ripon, drive along A6108 for 12.2mi and take Longdike Lane for 3.0mi, and you will arrive at your destination.

Route Information

  • When to do:

    May - October

  • Backcountry Campsites:

    No

  • Pets allowed:

    Yes

  • Family friendly:

    Yes

  • Route Signage:

    Average

  • Crowd Levels:

    Moderate

  • Route Type:

    Circuit

Thornton Steward Circular Walk Elevation Graph

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