Ampleforth Abbey and College – Lower Fish Pond loop from Ampleforth

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Ampleforth Abbey and College – Lower Fish Pond loop from Ampleforth

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Ampleforth Abbey and College – Lower Fish Pond loop from Ampleforth

02:56

11.0km

110m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

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543 m

Ampleforth Abbey and College

Highlight • Historical Site

You have to go into the college to get to the tea room, but it's clearly signposted. You just feel like you should be bringing Hermione with you to register …

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583 m

Ampleforth Abbey and College

Highlight • Historical Site

Ampleforth Abbey has been a working abbey for Benedictine monks since 1802. It's an imposing and imposing space. The Abbey Church can be visited, and there is also a tea …

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3.14 km

Ryedale Miniature Railway and Gilling Village Hall

Highlight • Rest Area

This is quite a gem. In this tiny village, there is a miniature railway where, on certain Sundays, you can ride on the little trains between Easter and autumn. Great …

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3.19 km

View of Ampleforth Abbey and Beacon Bank

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This is a great little segment on a very quiet road. There are barely any cars here, but to the north there are wonderful views towards Ampleforth Abbey and, north …

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5.55 km

Lower Fish Pond

Highlight • Natural

This is one fabulous place to be: a very picturesque and beautiful little lake, with little piers on its banks in a few places. The tracks and paths around it …

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10.0 km