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Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park

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Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park

Moderate

4.8

(42)

152

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Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park

03:14

11.6km

220m

Hiking

Embark on a moderate hike through the North York Moors National Park, covering 7.2 miles (11.6 km) with an elevation gain of 712 feet (217 metres). This loop typically takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes to complete, leading you through a diverse landscape of open moorland, woodlands, and fields.…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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North York Moors National Park

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1.44 km

Hole of Horcum Bridleway

Highlight • Natural Monument

Can be a bit bleak across the moors on a cloudy day but when the sun is out it is glorious

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5.72 km

Skelton Tower Viewpoint

Highlight • Monument

Skelton Tower is a great photographic opportunity in its own right. From there views over the North Yorks Moors Railway can be had. A good spot for a refreshment break …

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8.33 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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11.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.98 km

2.85 km

2.43 km

1.26 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.32 km

2.55 km

2.33 km

308 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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August 26, 2024,Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park

The Hole of Horcum is one of the most popular walks in the North York Moors. ‘The Hole’ is 400 feet deep and a circular walk to Levisham returns through the ‘The Hole’. This walk is different to most walks; you start at the highest elevation and walk down, before returning to the starting point at the top.

July 16, 2023,Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park

Interesting walk with heather, ferns, trees, pasture and wild streams. The hike was suggested by Komoot as a highlight for the region. Surely you could/should make a real round trip out of it. Due to the strong wind, it was a bit uncomfortable in the first part of the hike. In the full heather blossom it must be a visual …

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Hole of Horcum Bridleway

Skelton Tower Viewpoint

Stream Near Hole of Horcum

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