Bank Top and Rosedale Mineral Railway Walk

Route Description for Bank Top and Rosedale Mineral Railway Walk

The walk along the Bank Top and Rosedale Mineral Railway is a truly fantastic adventure that features little in the way of challenging terrain, but offers spectacular views across moors. This trail utilizes a portion of an old railway that at one time transported raw materials, such as coal and iron, playing a pivotal role in the development of Yorkshire during the industrial revolution.

Setting out from the car park, you will make your way to the west and pass by some kilns and other remnants of the industrial past of the region before continuing along the railway as it skirts alongside the edge of the moor.

Take some time to appreciate the stunning views across Rosedale and the rest of the North York Moors further afield, as you eventually reach the northwesternmost point of the route. From here, you will turn back and retrace your steps, taking in the opposite view of the surrounding landscape as you work your way back to the car park at Bank Top.