- Distance: 79 miles / 128 km
- Available: March to October
| Miles* | Km* | |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 Arrive in Hessle for your first night's accommodation | ||
| Day 2 Hessle to South Cave | 13 | 21 |
| Day 3 South Cave to Market Weighton | 12.5 | 20 |
| Day 4 Market Weighton to Huggate | 14.5 | 23.5 |
| Day 5 Huggate to Settrington Beacon, transfer to Thixendale | 17 | 27.5 |
| Day 6 Transfer back to Settrington Beacon, walk to Ganton | 13 | 21 |
| Day 7 Ganton to Filey | 12 | 19.5 |
| Day 8 Depart your accommodation after breakfast | ||
| *Note: Cumulative distance may exceed official trail length because of the need to sometimes walk in and out of towns for accommodation | ||
If our ready made itineraries don’t suit your needs please
contact us for a bespoke itinerary.
About this trail
Your walk begins beneath the dramatic span of the Humber Bridge and heads west along the bank of the Humber from where you turn inland, passing through the village of Welton, where the notorious outlaw Dick Turpin was arrested at the Green Dragon Inn. The trail starts with gentle inclines as you move away from the Humber estuary, taking you through the small market town of Market Weighton, the pleasant villages of Londesborough and Millington, and on to the deserted medieval village of Wharram Percy, now an archaeological site.
The middle part of the walk follows the contortions of the Wolds landscape, snaking along intricate valley floors. As you climb higher onto the escarpment at the northern edge of the Wolds, there are splendid views of the Derwent Valley, the Vale of Pickering and the North Yorkshire Moors. Your route then takes you in view of the North Sea before ending at the traditional seaside resort of Filey.
Terrain and navigation
The Yorkshire Wolds Way is a relatively undemanding trail, generally involving gentle inclines and paths that are well trodden and easy underfoot. After heavy rain the clay that is mixed in with the chalk of the area can make paths muddy and heavy going, so good boots and gaiters are recommended. If you are looking for an easy going and well-waymarked hike in an area that offers that “getting away from it all” feel, the Yorkshire Wolds way is a great choice.
Route elevation
Highest point: 217 metres
Total ascent / descent: 2310 metres / 2310 metres
Included as standard in the price
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The price quoted is per person and is based on two people sharing a room. It includes:
- Carefully selected, en-suite bed and breakfast accommodation*
- Daily luggage transfers to your accommodation**
- All the necessary maps and guidebooks for your walk
- Route notes and maps detailing how to find your B&B at the end of each day
- The cost of any transfers that are required from the route to your accommodation if we are unable to book you into a B&B within easy walking distance of the trail
- Information of any special facilities offered by your hosts (eg hot tub or licensed bar)
- Suggestions and contact details for places for an evening meal each day
- Telephone support if and when required
- Advice from our team on travel to and from the start and end of the hike.
*En-suite is always chosen unless all options are booked out, in which case private bathrooms are sought. Customers are always consulted about non-en-suite options before details are finalised.
**Standard package includes one piece of baggage per walker, up to a maximum weight of 20kg. Additional bags can be transferred but incur an additional cost. Please enquire if you need this service.
Packed lunches and evening meals
The cost of these is not included in our standard package. All the accommodation providers we use offer packed lunches to keep you well fed during your walk. Payment is made directly to your hosts. Similarly, if you have an evening meal either at your accommodation or another local establishment, you pay them directly for it.
Optional extras that can be provided by Discovery Travel
Discovery Travel specialises in providing completely tailor-made services to our clients. This means that if our standard published itineraries do not suit our customers’ needs, we are always happy to discuss ways in which we can adjust accommodation, shorten or lengthen itineraries and distances to make for the perfect trip.
We also offer the following services to make for a seamless holiday:
- Transport to and from the start and finish of a trail
- Airport transfers
- Minibus and driver service, in particular for large groups where multiple accommodations are required each night and transfers are frequently required at the end of the day’s walk
If you are interested in any of the above or have any particular requirements, please do contact us to discuss your needs.
Make more of your break
If you would like to pause during your walk and explore one of the overnight locations for longer, you are free to select and add extra days to your holiday at any of your overnight stops. Prices for extra days are quoted above and will be added to the total cost of the holiday. If the itineraries on our website do not quite meet your requirements please do get in touch to arrange a bespoke trip.
Below are some suggestions for good places to spend an extra day or so.
Filey
Filey’s beach has been described as one of Britain’s best wild beach walks. A charming seaside resort Filey has its own food festival, nature reserve and museum. A short train ride south is Flamborough Head, home of the Bempton Cliffs RSPB nature reserve, famous for the half a million seabirds that nest there each year.
Market Weighton
A short bus or taxi journey from Market Weighton at the foot of the Wolds is Kilnwick Percy, home of the Madhyamaka Buddhist Centre, a place of contemplative reflection and perfect for a relaxing day out. The Centre is situated in Kilnwick Percy Hall, a charming Grade II listed stately home set within 47 acres of grounds with woodland walks, parkland and a lake.
When to go
The weather in the UK can vary hugely so be prepared for all weathers whatever time of the year. April, May and June are when everything comes to life so it is very green, wild flowers are abundant and blossom abounds. July and August tend to be the warmest months, but it is rarely so warm as to be uncomfortable for walking. September is one of the most pleasant times in the countryside and is quieter as most people with children have finished their holidays. By October the days are getting shorter and the weather can be much more changeable.
Getting to and from the trail
By Air: Leeds Bradford is the nearest airport to the start of the walk.
By Rail: There are stations at Hessle and Filey at the start and end of your walk, both with services to York and other parts of the UK. For train times and fares visit National Rail Enquiries.
Got a question about travel? If you need any advice about travel to and from your walk please get in touch with Discovery Travel and we will be happy to help.