Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey

Follow the Cleveland Way signs from the car park past the castle and along the edge of Duncombe Park, through Whinny Bank Wood and down to Rievaulx Bridge. The abbey is a short walk up the lane. Allow time to look round, and consider the climb up to Rievaulx Terrace for the view from above.

Return the same way, or on a summer weekend check whether the Moorsbus is running back to Helmsley.

• Gently undulating paths, some mud after rain
• Cafes at both ends
• Combine with a Helmsley Castle visit for a full day