Helmsley Castle & Rievaulx Abbey loop
Helmsley Castle & Rievaulx Abbey loop
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Helmsley Castle & Rievaulx Abbey loop
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17.1km
280m
Hiking
Embark on the Helmsley Castle & Rievaulx Abbey loop, a moderate hike through the North York Moors National Park. This 10.6-mile (17.1 km) route features varied terrain, from well-trodden paths and woodland trails to country tracks and minor road sections. You will experience gentle climbs and descents, including some steeper…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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370 m
Helmsley Castle
Highlight • Historical Site
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898 m
Cleveland Way: Helmsley to Nettle Dale
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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10.9 km
Rievaulx Abbey
Highlight • Historical Site
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11.8 km
View of Rievaulx Abbey from Rievaulx Terrace
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17.1 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
10.5 km
2.70 km
2.09 km
1.21 km
566 m
Surfaces
9.14 km
2.22 km
1.89 km
1.72 km
1.07 km
1.06 km
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The North York moors is one of England’s best loved landscape. It takes its name from the spectacular moorland plateau at its heart. We start from the picturesque market town of Helmsley. The castle of Helmsley has 900 years history. «You won’t need to be told that Helmsley has a long and …
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