Lots of people who have done the LWW with us a number of times requested that we list an alternative challenge walk in the area ….. so we have! This year it was the White Rose Walk, in 2027 its North Yorkshire Coast and Moor, 50 miles and approximately 6,000 feet of ascent.

The walk is an adaptation of The Whitby Abbey Lands Walk and is designed to encompass the areas that the Abbey owned and supported it.

We meet at Ravenscar by the visitors centre where there is lots of free parking. There’s lots of accommodation and good pubs within a few miles at Robin Hoods Bay. We meet at 07:45 for a 08:00 start.

From Ravenscar we join The Cleveland Way and following a stunning coastal path through Robin Hoods Bay and Whitby.

At Sandsend we cut inland through Mulgrave Woods and make our way to Grosmont then climb onto Sleights Moor and Breckon Howe.

Breckon Howe to Whinstone Ridge, York Cross and Lilla Cross.

Lilla Cross to Langdale Forest, through the forrest to Langdale End.

Langdale end to Hackness, Scalby and up to Harwood Dale Forrest.

Through the forrest we make our way to the mast at Ravenscar and back to the visitor centre.

Highlights

Spectacular cliff-top walking between Ravenscar and Sandsend

Robin Hoods Bay and the historic harbour and Abbey of Whitby

Quiet public footpaths through the former Whitby Abbey Estate

Rolling farmland, wooded valleys and traditional Yorkshire villages

Expansive views across the North York Moors and the North Sea

A challenging and rewarding 52 mile circular route combining history, heritage and some of North Yorkshire's finest landscapes.

What to expect on the day.

Parking for all entrants at Ravenscar, there’s lots of space and it’s free.

A minimum of 5 checkpoints, we'll provide all the water you need, the bulk of your food and spare gear will be in the back up vehicle which we will meet at checkpoints.

Len and Kathy will be guiding and the group will split according to pace.

Saturday 12th June 2027 £140pp