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Park / Green space Circular

Harrogate: Pinewoods and Valley Gardens

North Yorkshire

Distance
3.2 mi
Est. time
1h 45m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

This walk links the quiet Pinewoods with the lawns, flower beds and spa buildings of Valley Gardens. Start in the public parking area off Crag Lane, beside RHS Harlow Carr, and follow the woodland paths east towards Harrogate. The route passes through Scots pine and mixed woodland before crossing Harlow Moor Road and continuing through the Pinetum to the war memorial.

From here, a broad path leads down past the games area into Valley Gardens. Follow Elgar Walk towards the main entrance, then come back along Lime Tree Walk and through the central gardens. The bandstand, Sun Pavilion and old mineral-water buildings give this part of the walk a very different feel from the woods. Retrace the woodland approach to Crag Lane.

There are gentle hills and some unsurfaced paths that can be muddy after rain. Take care at the Harlow Moor Road crossing and keep dogs on leads in Valley Gardens. The walk stays outside the ticketed RHS garden. Public toilets and refreshments are available in Valley Gardens during their opening hours.

Walk details

Walk type
Circular
Category
Park / Green space
Distance
3.2 mi (5.1 km)
Est. time
1h 45m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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