Levisham Wood – Stream Near Hole of Horcum loop from St Giles' Church

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Levisham Wood – Stream Near Hole of Horcum loop from St Giles' Church

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Levisham Wood – Stream Near Hole of Horcum loop from St Giles' Church

01:46

13.6km

310m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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North York Moors National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.10 km

St Mary's Church, North York Moors

Highlight • Religious Site

Situated in a truly beautiful location, this church's ruins date back to the 11th century. It was rebuilt in early 19th century, then restored in 1897-98, but, sadly, has now fallen into disrepair.

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3.48 km

Levisham Wood

Forest

4.37 km

Levisham Wood

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This is a brilliant stretch, along the North Yorkshire Moors Railway line, in Newton Dale, very green and peaceful.

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6.97 km

View of Braygate Balk

Highlight • Viewpoint

A truly sublime road in the North York Moors. Stunning views as you come around the bend, coming from either direction.. It really takes your breath away on a blue-sky clear day!

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6.97 km

View of North Yorkshire Moors Railway and Valley

Highlight • Natural

7.63 km

Highland Cattle in North York Moors National Park

Highlight • Forest

8.35 km

Trail Junction in North York Moors National Park

Highlight • Trail

10.0 km

Stream Near Hole of Horcum

Highlight • Trail

Peaceful spot where several paths come together beside a stream. Nice spot for a picnic or just to enjoy the sun and the sounds of nature.

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13.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.24 km

6.06 km

844 m

240 m

174 m

Surfaces

6.05 km

4.81 km

1.51 km

731 m

353 m

112 m

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Sunday 11 October

15°C

4°C

36 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Comments

October 29, 2023,Lockton Limping Fell Race

This is a great fell race, very muddy this time of year. But would make an excellent walk starting and finishing in the lovely village of Lockton. Great tea rooms in Lockton for post walk refreshments.