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Canal / Riverside Out & back

Rawcliffe Country Park to Skelton Milepost

North Yorkshire

Distance
2.5 mi
Est. time
1h 30m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

A level return walk from Rawcliffe Bar Country Park onto the Ouse-side cycle path, with open river views and two unusual landmarks on the way to Skelton. The miniature Forth Bridge and the yellow Millennium Milepost give the walk a clear turning point.

Start at the footpath beside Rawcliffe Bar Park and Ride. Walk through the country park to join National Cycle Route 65, then follow it north under the ring road. Continue past Rawcliffe Landing, cross the small red bridge and stop beside the milepost. Return by the same path through the country park.

Allow about an hour and a half. Most of the route is surfaced and fairly flat, with a short grass link in the park. The path is shared with cyclists, so keep dogs close and leave room for others to pass. Riverside paths and the underpass can flood. Check conditions before setting off and turn back if water covers the path. Toilets are available at Park and Ride. Check the car park's closing time on arrival.

Walk details

Walk type
Out & back
Category
Canal / Riverside
Distance
2.5 mi (4.0 km)
Est. time
1h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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