Osmotherley Village Day Walk
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Local legend says that Osmotherley was named after the mother of a villager named Oswald or Osmund, who went out to gather firewood in the winter. When she did not return her son became anxious and went out to look for her. He found her lying in the snow, dead or dying from the cold. Because he was not able to carry her back, he lay down beside her and died himself. It is where Oswald's mother lies, hence Osmotherley
This 8 mile circular trail starts from the village of Osmotherley in the Hambleton Hills in North Yorkshire, at the western edge of the North York Moors. There are expansive views as you make your way across the farmlands, through the woodlands, and over Scarth Wood Moor, with chances to spot wildlife.
The route will take us up hills, along the edge of the moorland, past Solomon’e Temple and through Arncliffe Wood.
Instead of writing lots of descriptions about the walk, the photos should tell you just how beautiful this area is, and how it changes with every season giving different flowers and wildlife on each adventure.
This 8 mile circular walk is route #2 from 4 walks we have planned for this beautiful area.
Afterwards there’s a choice of a cafe, or the pubs who also serve refreshments of various sorts and food.
Well behaved dogs are welcome on this event. Please keep your dog on a lead near livestock, Dogs must be kept under control at all times.
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What to bring
- 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
- Lunch: bring a packed lunch unless otherwise stated
Food & drink
Please bring a packed lunch and whatever drinks you require. There will be no opportunities to pick up food or drink along the way.