Hambleton Hills Platinum Summertime Thrills
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Join Steven and a group of the OutdoorLads for an afternoon walk along the Hambleton Drove Road and see the fantastic far reaching views that this route has to offer for very little effort.
Starting from a good elevation the route gradually descends through forestry plantations to arrive at a first place for a refreshment stop a lovely village green with pretty cottages all around.
A walk then follows through cow fields and bridleways to arrive at a ridge leading up to the Hambleton Hills, a cutting in the slope with many rhododendrons gives rapid access back to the higher ground and a walk through birch trees eventually leads to access to the moors and The Hambleton Drove Road.
This ancient way was used by farmers bringing their herds to the markets of York and nearby towns and also later was used by the quarrymen and miners working the hills here. There is a sign where an Inn served the workers and travellers and the banks of earth mark where the buildings once stood..
It must have been a very atmospheric place to sup a pint with the Vale of Mowbray backed by the Pennines as a view.
After several miles virtually flat along the top of the moors there is a sharper descent on a rough stony track with an amazing vista into County Durham that leads straight back to the elevated start point.
If you really need to escape to the hills, meet people in a friendly outdoor setting join Steven and the lads.
This is a not too challenging and people newer to hill walking should find this a great introduction to the area and to the group.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Photo Crefits: The photographs on this event page have been taken by the event leader Steven and OutdoorLads has been given permission for their use.
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What to bring
Hand sanitiser and a face covering: whilst we are living with Covid-19, please bring your own to events to help keep everyone safe
Water: bring at least two litres
Medicines: if you have hay fever, diabetes, minor ailments etc.
Day rucksack: typically 20-30 litres, they are comfortable to wear and allow you to use your arms freely
Boots: waterproof and breathable and designed for hiking, trainers are OK if the ground is dry and there’s little chance of rain
Gaiters: recommended for wet weather or boggy conditions
Socks: proper walking socks will keep your feet dry and help prevent blisters
Layered clothing: lets you quickly adapt to changes in the weather and body temperature. Go for a base layer (vest or t-shirt) and a mid layer (a micro fleece or shirt) and in cooler weather add an outer layer (a windproof jacket or thick fleece)
Trousers: ideally no jeans as they become heavy and cold in the rain, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry and on warm days shorts are OK
Waterproof jacket: essential when hiking in all but the calmest of weather, breathable fabrics are more comfortable and dry
Gloves: Windproof, or better still, waterproof gloves are the best choice, bring a spare pair if expecting rain
Hat or cap: stay warm in winter and shaded in summer
Sunglasses: for any sunny day, even in winter
Sun cream: can be useful even on cloudy and winter days
Snacks: bring biscuits, energy bars, gels, bananas, chocolate or dried fruit for example and put them somewhere easy to get hold of
Evening picnic meal: bring food for your last meal of the day for a picnic with a view
Food & drink
Plenty of snacks needed for the many stops, a good sized food parcel for evening meal picnic and at least 2 litres of water, fruit squash or hot drink for liquid refreshment.