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Whether you prefer a good old amble or are a more energetic hiker there are options available to all levels of walking ability and skill.  You could choose a light walk around Great Ayton, taking in it's natural beauty, enjoy a drink and something to eat or don your hiking boots and clamber up Roseberry Topping, Captain Cook's Monument or head even further afield.

Kildale to Baysdale Circular

The Kildale to Baysdale Circular is a renowned and popular walk in the North York Moors.
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Roseberry Topping Great Ayton Walks

Roseberry Topping

Roseberry Topping is an iconic landmark with glorious views across the North Yorkshire Moors, Cleveland Way and the East Coast.  
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Captain Cook's Monument

Captain Cook's Monument

Situated on Easby Moor, the monument was erected in memory of the famous circumnavigator Captain James Cook
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Commondale through Danby & Castleton Circular

Scenic 10 mile circular walk taking you from Commondale, through Danby and Castleton and back to Commondale.
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The Dales of the North Yorkshire Moors

Although the Yorkshire Dales is renowned for having Dales, the North York Moors also has many Dales. In August the North York Moors becomes a delight to walk, cycle, eBike or drive through, supplemented with the beautiful purple heather.
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North Yorkshire Three Peaks Sleddale Walk

North Yorkshire Three Peaks

This glorious walk is definitely for the more adventurous taking in the sites of Roseberry Topping, Highcliff Nab and Captain Cook's Monument.
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Gisborough Moor starfish bunker dceoy site

Great Ayton Moor

A captivating and historic walk taking you across Great Ayton and Newton Moor
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Gusiborough Forest & Walkway to Highcliff Nab

Guisborough Forest & Walkway to Highcliff Nab

A scenic walk taking in the Cleveland Way National Trail and North Yorkshire Moors National Park.
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