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Yorkshire And The Humber

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Hambleton

Little Ayton

Roseberry Topping Summit – View of Roseberry Topping loop from Great Ayton

Routes

Running trails & routes

United Kingdom

England

Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Hambleton

Little Ayton

Roseberry Topping Summit – View of Roseberry Topping loop from Great Ayton

Hard

5.0

(1)

runners

Roseberry Topping Summit – View of Roseberry Topping loop from Great Ayton

01:33

12.8km

380m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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North York Moors National Park

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1.73 km

Path to Roseberry Topping

Highlight • Trail

stick to the right of way between the fences

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3.26 km

Newton Wood

Forest

3.65 km

This is a wonderful old woodland to stroll through at any time of year. However, if you are lucky enough to be sauntering through here during bluebell season (April-May), then prepare to have your breath taken away — it’s a spectacular sight to behold. Parts of this broad-leaved woodland, which comprises oak, rowan, ash, alder and sycamore, have existed for more than 400 years. If you enjoy bird-watching, keep an eye out for great spotted woodpeckers, blue tits, woodcock, wood warblers and flycatchers.

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4.88 km

Roseberry Topping Summit

Highlight • Summit

Roseberry Topping erupts proudly from the level landscape of the North York Moors; its dramatic shape inspiring many photographers and painters. It’s a relatively challenging, but manageable, hike to the summit, and you’re treated to spectacular views once there.

Roseberry Topping is known locally as the ‘Yorkshire Matterhorn’ because its shape reminds people of the pyramidal peak that straddles the Swiss and Italian border. There are a few different route options to the top, of varying difficulties.

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5.36 km

View of Roseberry Topping

Highlight • Climb

Fantastic hike for all, you can take several different routes to the top meaning it’s suitable for all fitness levels. This can be a little slippy when wet and cold around winter time making it more difficult, wait until summer if your not steady footed. When you get to top, your rewarded with a phenomenal view to enjoy before your descent.

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