Yearsley Woods, near Yearsley, North Yorkshire
Yearsley Woods Circular Walk
route · Woodland walk
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5.8
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
5.8A woodland circuit in the Howardian Hills, linking mature trees with the shores of Lower Fish Pond and its wooden piers.
The appeal here is a properly described woodland circuit with a lakeside pause built into the walk. It offers more to notice than a simple out-and-back stroll, though current access and route conditions should be checked before visiting.
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The experience
Allow around 1.5–2.5 hours for the 4.1-mile circular walk. Follow the woodland route down towards Lower Fish Pond, pause by the wooden piers, then continue uphill through the trees. The route is rated moderate; check conditions before setting off.
Things to do
Walk the circular woodland route
Follow the documented circular trail through mature trees and along the slope above the lake.
1.5–2.5 hours
Pause at Lower Fish Pond
Take in the water and woodland from the wooden piers described beside the lake.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · 1.5–2.5 hours
The Yearsley Woods circular
- 01
Start from the car park described by the route source.
- 02
Descend through the woodland, passing a smaller pond on the way towards Lower Fish Pond.
- 03
Pause by the wooden piers at the lake.
- 04
Continue east and climb uphill through the trees to complete the circuit.
When to go
· Check conditions before visiting; no specific time is established by the supplied sources.
The supplied sources do not establish seasonal highlights or an optimal visiting season.
Check the forecast and trail conditions before setting out; no specific weather guidance is provided by the supplied sources.
The route
- ascent
- 650 ft
- stiles
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- surface
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- distance
- 4.1 miles
- duration
- 1.5–2.5 hours
- difficulty
- Moderate
- waymarking
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- route shape
- Circular
- start point
- Car park at Yearsley Woods; route directions point to 54.169568, -1.107893.
- parking start
- The route source describes a car park at the trailhead; verify availability and restrictions.
- Mature woodland
- A smaller pond on the descent
- Lower Fish Pond and its wooden piers
- A wooded uphill section
What to look for
Notice the change from mature woodland to the lakeside setting at Lower Fish Pond, and look for the wooden piers beside the water.
Best time to go
Check conditions before visiting; the supplied sources do not establish a best season.
No best time of day is established by the supplied sources. Check conditions before visiting.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Families · Dogs
Route at a glance
Duration
1–2 hours
Terrain
Woodland, Lakeside
Parking / start
The route source describes a car park at the trailhead; verify availability and any restrictions before travel.
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
A circular walking route is documented from a car park at Yearsley Woods. Check current access and conditions before setting out.
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Parking
The route source describes a car park at the trailhead; verify availability and any restrictions before travel.
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
A route source describes the trail as dog-friendly. Check current rules and signage before visiting.
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Accessibility
The route is rated moderate and includes a descent and climb on forested slopes; accessibility details are not provided.
Cost
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