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View from Sutton Bank – Gormire Lake loop from Hood Grange

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View from Sutton Bank – Gormire Lake loop from Hood Grange

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View from Sutton Bank – Gormire Lake loop from Hood Grange

01:48

5.82km

190m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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North York Moors National Park

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1.11 km

View of Gormire Lake from Sutton Bank

Highlight • Viewpoint

High on Whitestone Cliff, on part of the classic Cleveland Way trail, you are rewarded with spectacular views over Gormire Lake and miles beyond. If you are exploring Garbutt Wood Nature Reserve and the lake from below, it's worth a stroll to the cliff tops for the views. You won’t regret it.

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1.20 km

View of Gormire Lake from Whitestone Cliff

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

High on Whitestone Cliff, on part of the classic Cleveland Way trail, you are rewarded with spectacular views over Gormire Lake and miles beyond.

If you are exploring Garbutt Wood Nature Reserve and the lake from below, it's worth a stroll to the cliff tops for the views. You won’t regret it.

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1.91 km

View of Hood Hill from the Cleveland Way

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views from from Cleveland Way just north of Sutton Bank visitor centre and just above Garbutt Wood Nature Reserve.

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2.40 km

View from Sutton Bank

Highlight • Viewpoint

It's widely regarded as one of the best viewpoints in England, offering a breathtaking panorama that stretches for miles.

On a clear day, you can see the stunning view of the Vale of York and the Yorkshire Dales. The view is particularly beautiful in the autumn, when the leaves turn golden, creating a stunning contrast with the rugged landscape.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat in the midst of nature, Sutton Bank's view is a must-visit destination in England.

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2.52 km

View Over the Vale of York

Highlight • Viewpoint

First drive up Sutton Bank, then you deserve the view!

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2.72 km

Sutton Bank National Park Centre

Highlight • Cafe

This is the North York Moors National Park visitor centre, café and information centre. An excellent place to stop for food and drink. A series of footpaths from here, minutes from the centre itself, is very pleasant and there are excellent views all the way to Yorkshire Dales from near here. Also, spot the lovely wooden sculptures of animals peppered all over the place!

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3.98 km

Cube-like Boulder near Gormire Lake

Highlight • Natural

A very curious and isolated boulder on the track down to Gormire Lake. Nearly, but not quite a perfect cube. It is around 8-10 feet on all sides.

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4.34 km

Gormire Lake

Highlight • Natural

This is a tranquil and majestic lake that is surrounded by lush woodland. As there are no rivers or streams flowing into the lake, it is thought to be fed by an underground spring and drained by a limestone channel. The lake is extremely popular with wild swimmers as the water is very clean, there are no currents and surprisingly warm. So, if you are hiking through the nature reserve, a quick dip could be a glorious addition to your day.

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5.82 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.36 km

1.86 km

1.60 km

Surfaces

1.97 km

1.85 km

1.18 km

677 m

133 m

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Friday 10 July

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View from Sutton Bank – Gormire Lake loop from Hood Grange

View of Gormire Lake from Sutton Bank

View of Gormire Lake from Whitestone Cliff

View of Hood Hill from the Cleveland Way

View from Sutton Bank

View Over the Vale of York

Sutton Bank National Park Centre

Cube-like Boulder near Gormire Lake

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