Hambleton Hobble
A 30-mile challenging circular walk in the North York Moors, beginning and ending in the popular village of Osmotherley. With map, statistics, and GPX route file.
Statistics and Files
Grid Ref: SE 456 972
Distance: 30 miles (48 km)
Time: 12–15 hours
Duration: 2–3 days
Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000):
OL26 North York Moors – Western Area
Summary
The Hambleton Hobble is a strenuous walking route on the western side of the North York Moors National Park. Featuring over 1,500 metres of ascent, the route is designed as a proper test of will and stamina, seeking out local high points and low points in rotation. The walk begins in the popular village of Osmotherley, and throughout its roller-coaster course, the Hambleton Hobble visits Solomon’s Temple, Chequers Inn, Robinson’s Cross, Dale Head, Locker Low Moor, Harker Gates, Arden Hall, Coomb Hill, Gower Dale, Murton Heights, Murton Wood, Old Byland, Nettle Dale, Scawton, Flassen Dale, Cold Kirby, Hambleton Mosses, Boltby Forest, Kepwick, Nether Silton, Over Silton, Thimbleby Bank, and Oak Dale.