Howsham Wood and Kirkham Priory loop from Howsham Bridge — Howardian Hills

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Howsham Wood and Kirkham Priory loop from Howsham Bridge — Howardian Hills

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Howsham Wood and Kirkham Priory loop from Howsham Bridge — Howardian Hills

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19.9km

240m

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Embark on the Howsham Wood and Kirkham Priory loop from Howsham Bridge, a difficult 12.3-mile (19.9 km) hike that takes around 5 hours and 19 minutes to complete, featuring a challenging 779 feet (237 metres) of elevation gain. You will traverse varied terrain, from tranquil woodland tracks in Howsham Wood,…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Owl sculpture in Howsham Wood

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This is a very pleasant woodland walk. At the right time of the year, you will see bluebells and wild garlic. Green, peaceful, and some an interesting carved wooden owl on the way!

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10.5 km

Kirkham Priory Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

The incredible ruins of Kirkham Priory are located in the village of Kirkham right next to River Derwent. This was an Augustinian priory, founded in 1120 by the Lord of …

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14.3 km

St John's Church, Welburn

Highlight • Religious Site

This church, built in 1860, was designed by G.E. Street. From a distance, you will see its distinctive broach spire. It's worth going inside to look at the rather impressive …

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19.4 km

Howsham Mill and Weir

Highlight • River

The current Howsham Mill is on the site of an earlier mill built in 1755 that milled flour for the Howsham Estate for almost 200 years.

The mill fell into …

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