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    Hikes/United Kingdom/England/Howardian Hills AONB
    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Elevation
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    258 m
    Distance
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    9.0 km
    Duration
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    2.5-3h
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    Welburn and Castle Howard Circular Walk

    Welburn and Castle Howard Circular Walk
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    Walking the Welburn and Castle Howard Circular route is a fantastic excursion that will showcase the beauty of the Howardian Hills. While out on this walk, you will traverse the open countryside to reach the grounds of the Castle Howard Estate, which has been the home of the Carlisle branch of the Howard family for 300 years. This is a truly wonderful walk with spectacular views.

    Route Description for Welburn and Castle Howard Circular Walk

    If you are a fan of viewing extravagant houses set within the picturesque English countryside, then you will want to give the Welburn and Castle Howard Circular Walk a try on your next visit to North Yorkshire.

    Setting out from the trailhead in the village of Welburn, you will head to the northeast and traverse the open countryside to reach the estate grounds of Castle Howard. Here, you will enjoy spectacular views of the grand country house that has served as a home to part of the Howard family for 300 years. After looping around the estate, you will turn back to the south on the return leg of the walk that will take you through fields and forests on the way back into Welburn.

    Getting to the Welburn and Castle Howard Circular Walk Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Welburn and Castle Howard Circular Walk can be found at the Crown & Cushion pub in the village of Welburn.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground:

      No

    • When to do:

      Year-Round

    • Pets allowed:

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly:

      Yes

    • Route Signage:

      Average

    • Crowd Levels:

      Moderate

    • Route Type:

      Circuit

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