Walking & Outdoors Festival 12 th - 20 th September 2015

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1 Walking & Outdoors Festival 12 th - 20 th September 2015

2 2 3 Walk,, Ride, Eat, Drink, Explore & Discover l About the events Gentle walk suitable for most levels of fitness Short countryside walks mainly on flat paths. Moderate walk suitable for average fitness. Countryside walks with a few gradients and sometimes steps. Boots recommended. Strenuous walk suitable for those with a good level of fitness. Countryside walks with steep gradients, steps or rough terrain. Boots essential. A cycle ride A horse ride Family event While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information detailed in this guide, East Riding of Council, Hull City Council and Visit Hull & East cannot accept responsibility for any errors and omissions nor for any consequences arising from use of this guide. All information correct at time of going to press. Document can be requested in braille, large print or audio tel Booking For health and safety reasons some events have a maximum number of participants. Booking is essential for these events. Please book early as places are limited. Details of how to book can be found with each individual event. Some events do not require pre-booking. Cancellations and refunds No refund will be given unless the event is cancelled by the organisers or there are exceptional circumstances. Arriving at your event You are advised to arrive at the event at least 10 minutes before the start time. There will be an event leader there to meet you whatever the weather. In unsafe conditions a safety assessment will be made and a decision may be taken to cancel the event if necessary. What you need to know All young people under 16 attending the events listed must be accompanied by an adult. Photographs Please note we may take photographs at our events. Photos might be used in future publicity. If you have any objections please advise the leader at the start of the event. Dogs Where dogs are allowed this will be stipulated otherwise we ask that dogs are left at home. Clothing and what to bring with you Warm and waterproof clothing and suitable footwear is recommended on all events. Please wear walking boots on all walks. Please bring plenty to drink and on longer events you may need a packed lunch. If refreshments are available at the event location this will be stated in the programme or when you make your booking. Rides All cycles must be roadworthy and in a good working condition. If in doubt please get your bike professionally serviced prior to the ride. All participants must wear a correctly fitting cycle safety helmet. On family rides it is recommended that each adult is responsible for no more than 2 children. Please ride your bike in accordance to the guidelines of the Highway Code. Horse Rides Horse and rider must have the fitness and competence to take part in the event and (if on your own horse) 3rd party liability insurance. Participants must wear a hi-viz jacket if provided, appropriate footwear and a hard hat of current standard. Any Queries If you have an enquiry about any of the events or would like further leaflets to be sent to you free of charge please call or or Karen.betts@ vhey.co.uk This programme is downloadable at theyorkshirewolds.co.uk

3 4 5 Look at the incredible variety of grasses, look at the marvellous leaves; look at the colour. Isn t it beautiful... pure joy. DAVID HOCKNEY Walkers are Welcome Walkers are Welcome is a national initiative which started in 2007 and now has over 100 member towns who all promote walking activity and a warm welcome to walkers. There are 3 towns in the Wolds namely Market Weighton, Beverley and Pocklington that are already active and established Walkers are Welcome Towns. Thanks to all of them for arranging walks and events as part of this festival. A programme of events organised by the Beverley Walkers are Welcome group which celebrates and encourages town walking in the beautiful historic town of Beverley. Walking for Health The scheme is a series of free guided walks for all ages and abilities, aimed at anyone who has an interest in walking or wants to slowly introduce exercise into their daily routine. We offer a range of regular walks from 30 minutes to 2hrs. Just turn up 15 minutes before the start wearing comfy shoes, warm clothing and a drink of water. Walking can make you feel good, give you more energy, reduce stress and improve sleep. It also keeps your heart strong and reduces blood pressure as well as helping you to manage your weight. For more information contact: laura.hutchinson@ eastriding.gov.uk or jennifer.lonsdale@ eastriding.gov.uk Tel: The Ramblers The Ramblers Association has more than 400 local groups in over 50 areas of the country. East Ramblers groups provide a full and varied walks programme and are also actively involved in monitoring, maintaining and improving the local rights of way network and preserving the beauty of our countryside. We also support and promote the national Walking for Health programme. Further information about East Ramblers, including details on groups, membership and walking programmes can be seen by visiting eastyorkshire ramblers.org.uk For further information visit beverleywalkers arewelcome.org

4 6 7 Wildlife Trust Wildlife Trust is a local charity working to protect s wildlife, both on land and out at sea. With the support of members and volunteers, the trust cares for over 90 nature reserves across the county, and provides events and guided walks all year round. For more information on nature reserves, membership, volunteering and events visit ywt.org.uk Nature Triangle Possibly our best kept secret, East is spoilt for choice when it comes to stunning wild locations and natural encounters. Come face to face with seabirds or spot porpoises on the Flamborough Headland, glimpse otters in the River Hull, scour mudflats filled with birds along the Humber Estuary or look skywards to red kites soaring above the Wolds. Alongside a warm welcome, events all year round and with the unexpected surprises that wildife always offers, what will you discover during your visit to s Nature Triangle? Visit yorkshirenature triangle.org.uk or for more. Ride Ride was set up in 2010 and is run by two horse enthusiasts keen to encourage others to explore the beautiful countryside on horseback. The Wolds boast some superb nature trail rides with several equestrian centres which give a great variety of riding experiences. For further information go to rideyorkshire.org

5 8 9 It s only natural... to enjoy the countryside! There is so much to enjoy on the Wolds There are plenty of special places to visit in the East Riding countryside and with the wow factor of being outdoors, here are just some of the ways you can get closer to nature. Do you want to see Red Kite, stretch out and relax on a poetry bench, or explore a lost village? Nature reserves can be used by all ages and abilities and are excellent places to explore, go wildlife spotting or play adventure games. Go to yorkshirenaturetriangle.org for lots more ideas. The open access walks booklet has been revised and expanded with more choices where you don t have to stick to paths, but can wander through the landscape. This booklet is 2 and can be bought at Tourist Information Centres. Aged 40-74? Find out about our FREE NHS Health Check Even though you might be feeling great, if you re over forty you may be at risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, diabetes or dementia. There are loads of walking, horseriding and cycle routes to get you around the countryside safely. You can use the public rights of way finder on walkingtheriding.co.uk to find a route close to you, or choose one of our recommended walks, there are over 300! You could even book onto a countryside event, where you can learn about new places, how the natural world works, get your hands dirty with some practical work or enjoy environmental games and activities. Guides are available from Tourist Information Centres or follow the link walkingtheriding.co.uk/ local-info/countryside-events/ Countryside Events 2015 Walking for Health Discover for yourself the top 10 experiences along the Wolds National Trail. There are great days out to enjoy and we have all the maps and route direction you need to enjoy a walk as part of your experience. Pick up a top 10 experiences booklet from local Tourist Information Centres. Visit top10trails.com for more details and ten walks to download, so that y ou can get a top ten experience. Walks Wildlife Events Kids Go Wild Events Sponsored by A FREE NHS Health Check can help you reduce these risks and make sure that you stay healthy. Visit In partnership with

6 10 11 Family Special Spurn Safari Kiplingcotes and Beyond Guided Ride Come Try It Canoe Session River Hull and Driffield Navigation / Wild Weekends at Bempton Cliffs Climb aboard the giant 4x4 and enjoy magnificent views as you travel along Spurn on this guided safari, stopping off to explore the sand dunes, discover hidden WW2 buildings and climb the lighthouse subject to restoration work being complete. Wrap up warm and wear sturdy footwear. No Dogs allowed. Start Time: to finish at Meeting Point: The Warren, Spurn National Nature Reserve, Blue Bell, Kilnsea, HU12 0UB Grid Ref: TA Cost: Family Ticket: 20 (For up to 2 Adults and up to 3 Children under 16) Booking Essential: Visit ywt.org.uk/whats-on to book online Contact: Tel: lizzie.dealey@ywt.org.uk This group ride across the Wolds is for people with their own horses. It includes part of the Hudson ; and the famous Kiplingcotes Derby racetrack: the Derby is the oldest horse race in the world, having taken place annually since We stop for refreshments at the Light Dragoon at Etton and ride through the pretty village and parkland of South Dalton. Group size will be 6 8 people. Cost: 30 per person Booking Essential: Contact janet.cochrane@ rideyorkshire.org Tel: An opportunity to try kayaking or canoeing on our lake in North Cave. Our friendly and qualified club coaches will be on hand to help and advise. Participants must be 8 years of age or over and able to swim 50 metres. Warm Clothing is required and a dry change of clothes. Start Time: 10.00am to finish at 12.00pm Meeting Point: East Canoe Club, South Ings Lane, North Cave, HU15 2PA Grid Ref: SE Cost: 4 per person Saturday September inclusive Spurn 10k Challenge Walk Enjoy the wide vistas and incredible wildlife on this selfguided walk down to Spurn Point and back. Suitable for over 12 s, no Dogs allowed. No prior booking necessary. Register on the day at the Information Centre. Meeting Point: Spurn Information Centre, The Warren, Spurn National Nature Reserve, Blue Bell, Kilnsea, HU12 0UB Grid Ref: TA Cost: 3 per person Contact: Tel: lizzie.dealey@ywt.org.uk Take a self drive boat for a semi guided trip from Tickton on the river Hull to North Frodingham on the Driffield navigation. Starting from Beverley Boat Hire s base, follow the tidal River Hull through nature reserves and farmland to Hempholme lock, where BBH staff will assist in the locking through onto the Driffield Navigation. Enjoy a packed lunch at the lock or on your boat, and spend a few hours in the afternoon exploring the Driffield Navigation before leaving your boat at North Frodingham for pre arranged transport back to Beverley. An unusual opportunity for non boat owners to make this interesting one way trip through the tranquil East countryside. Children and Dogs welcome. A Self Drive Boat will be provided in accordance with our terms and conditions. For more information, please visit beverleyboathire.co.uk. Start Times: Between to finish at 16.30pm Meeting Point: Beverley Boat Hire, 316 Hull Bridge Road, Tickton Grid Ref: TA Cost: From 25 your place, please contact Beverley Boat Hire on or info@beverleyboathire.co.uk Get your hands on some weird and wonderful creatures by collecting mini beasts out on the nature trail, and you may even come face to face with a bat, and have the opportunity to check out the moths that have been seen fluttering around! Start Time: Two Sessions Daily at 11am and 3pm Meeting Point: RSPB Bempton Cliffs, Cliff Lane, Bempton,, YO15 1JF Cost: Non-members 3 per child; Members 2.50 per child, Under 5 s and accompanying adults go free. Please note that normal facility charges apply. Booking not required just turn up on the day Contact: Tel: bemton.cliffs@ rspb.org.uk

7 12 13 Wonderful Wader Walk A walk of approximately 2 miles (With plenty of stops to watch wildlife) to witness the amazing spectacle of wader flocks gathering at Spurn alongside an expert who will help identify the many different species that can be seen. Start Time: to finish at 18.00pm Meeting Point: The Warren, Spurn National Nature Reserve, Blue Bell, Kilnsea, HU12 0UB Grid Ref: TA Cost: 5 Per Person ( 3 for members of Wildlife Trust). Suitable for over 12 s. Accompanied children under the age of 15 go free. No Dogs Allowed Booking Essential: Visit ywt.org.uk.whats-on to book online Contact: Tel: info@ywt.org.uk Smelly and Mucky to Shiny and New? Join your knowledgable guide Colin Bradshaw and starting with a visit to the Guildhall we will follow a route from there via Wednesday Market, Eastgate and Flemingate which will look at how Beverley has and is changing. Topics will include medicine, housing, tanning, archaeology, cock fighting and much more! The clue is in the title! Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: The Guildhall, Register Square, Beverley contact Beverley Tourist Row tel: event but limited to 20 maximum so book early Two Churches Walk Join Pam Hopkins and Foina Jenkinson for this walk which will provide an opportunity to learn more about why the town of Beverley has two such great medieval churches. Meeting on the Highgate steps of the Minster we will walk around the exterior, observing the architecture and discussing the reason for such a large church. Next we will proceed to the Guildhall, Register Square and view the exhibition Two Great Churches One Town s Story. Finally, we will walk to St Mary s Church and have a guided tour of the interior of this beautiful and interesting church pm Meeting Point: Beverley Minster Highgate Steps Entrance Wild Beverley Join John Traill of the YWT at Molescroft Grange Farm on a guided wildlife walk, which will include setting and checking small mammal traps. The walk will concentrate upon how farming and wildlife conservation take place side by side. Outdoor clothing and footwear required. No dogs please pm Meeting Point: Molescroft Grange Farm contact Beverley Tourist Row tel: event but limited to 20 maximum so book early War and the Westwood Frontline Beverley. The Westwood is so peaceful today, however, it has seen civil wars, troops in training, early fighter planes and home guard manoeuvres. Your guide is Colin Bradshaw. Start Time: to finish at 12.30pm Meeting Point: Rose and Crown, North Bar Without, Beverley, East Riding of HU17 7AB contact Beverley Tourist Row tel: event but limited to 20 maximum so book early Nordic Walking & Wellbeing Join Nordic Walking UK national tutor and meditation teacher Jason Feavers for a Nordic Walking session with a difference. As well as being introduced to Nordic Walking, Jason will introduce simple techniques to increase awareness of movement and connection with the natural environment. Using specially designed poles, Nordic Walking works around 90% of your muscles. In the same way that regular exercise can improve physical fitness and function, regular meditations can train the mind to be calmer, more focused and more resilient to everyday stresses. Refreshments provided afterwards pm Meeting Point: Wolds Edge Holiday Lodges, Bishop Wilton, YO42 1RX Grid Ref: SE Cost: 10 per Adult or Free if staying at Wolds Edge Holiday Cottages. (Snug Shepherd Huts available from 1 night, lodges available from 3 nights including 1 with a hot tub Booking Essential: Tel: rowland189@ btinternet.com Or ring Ruth on Book early to avoid disappointment

8 14 15 Seashore Safari Join the Living Seas team for a Seashore Safari in search of our fascinating local marine life. This is a family event. Dogs welcome. Start Time: to finish at 13.00pm Meeting Point: Living Seas Centre, Flamborough, YO15 1AE Grid Ref: TA Cost: 3 per child Member of YWT ( 5 per child if nonmember) Accompanying Adults go free Booking Essential: Places are limited; visit ywt.org.uk.whats-on to book online Contact: Tel: lizzie.dealey@ywt.org.uk Family Bushcraft Learn the basics of survival at this fun bushcraft workshop, from fire lighting to making a shelter. Survival skills expert Brian Bate covers the essentials at this family event. Start Time: to finish at 16.30pm Meeting point: The Robert Fuller Gallery, Fotherdale Farm, Thixendale, YO17 9LS Grid Ref: SE Cost: Adult: 6.00 Child: 4.00, please contact Robert Fuller Gallery on or visit robertefuller.com Driffield Navigation with Lunch Take a self drive boat from North Frodingham on the Driffield navigation to Wansford, the current limit of navigation, where you will enjoy lunch at The Trout Inn, before returning by boat to North Frodingham. Beverley Boat hire Staff will be on hand to help with boats and locks. Prices include boat hire and a main course for each passenger, drinks are not included. Option to extend the boat hire to explore Driffield navigation in the afternoon. Children welcome. For more information visit beverleyboathire.co.uk 15.00pm Meeting Point: Beverley Boat Hire, Frodingham Wharf, North Frodingham Grid Ref: TA Cost: From 25 your place, please contact Beverley Boat Hire on or info@beverleyboathire.co.uk Spurn Safari Spurn is the best place to witness the spectacle of bird migration. This safari will take you along Spurn looking for migrant birds in the company of a local expert who will help with identification. Wrap up warm and wear sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars if you have them. Children welcome. No dogs allowed. Start Time: to finish at 15.00pm Meeting Point: The Warren, Spurn National Nature Reserve, Blue Bell, Kilnsea, HU12 0UB Grid Ref: TA Cost: 10 Per Person Booking Essential: Visit ywt.org.uk.whats-on to book online. Contact: Tel: or lizzie.dealey@ywt.org.uk Snickets and Rackets Exploring some of the historic passage ways that chart the medieval history of Beverley. Another chance to join historian Barbara English to find out what they are and what they do! Come and explore. Start Time: to finish at 18.00pm Meeting Point: Beverley tourist Information Centre, 34 Butcher Row, Beverley, HU17 0AB contact Beverley Tourist Row tel: This is a free event but places are limited to 20 so book early Slow Walk to the Hayride Part 1 A Look at the Architecture From the Market Cross to the Hayride Pub on Grange (the NE Beverley Bypass). This part of the walk will focus on the architecture of the area. This is a slow walk. The walk is approximately 5 miles but there is an opportunity to take a bus back after two miles. Please bring refreshments with you. Your leader is David Horsley. Start Time: to finish at 18.00pm Meeting Point: Market Cross, Beverley contact Beverley Tourist Row tel: This is a free event but places are limited to 20 so book early. A Walk in East Join the Beverley Ramblers for a moderate 8 mile walk in East. Non members are welcome. Individuals walk at their own risks. The Ramblers Association does not accept any liability. Suitable for Dogs. Start Time: 10.00am Meeting Point: Elloughton Post Office, HU15 1HU Grid Ref: SE Additional Info: For further information, visit ramblers.org.uk A Walk for all Senses Wolds Join Malcolm Hodgson Wolds Trails officer for this stimulating walk taking in a steep climb on the Wolds to see brilliant artwork and a superb view across the Vale of Pickering. Bring a packed lunch to eat at the artwork. Your reward on your return is a visit to the Wolds Lavender Farm, with an introduction to the Farm and a delightful Cream Tea. Start Time: to finish at 15.00pm Meeting Point: Meet at the Wolds Lavender Farm, Wintringham, YO17 8HW Cost: 4 Including Cream Tea contact Beverley Tourist Row tel: Walkies Beating the bounds and going to the dogs! Join Councillor David K Eldridge, former Beverley Mayor and his Siberian huskies, Paige and Snow, on his walk following the old bounds around Beverley s most famous and ancient common land Westwood. Dogs welcome but not essential! Start Time: to finish at 12.30pm Meeting Point: Market Cross, Beverley finishing at the Tiger Inn. Natural Navigation Imagine being lost without a map or compass to help you navigate to safety. During this event with outdoor persuits leader Brian Bate, you will learn of the ways nature can guide you and help you navigate home. You will never be lost again! Children welcome. Start Time: 10.00am to finish at 12.00pm Meeting Point: Allerthorpe Lakeland Park, Allerthorpe nr Pocklington, YO42 4RL Grid Ref: SA contact Beverley Tourist Row tel:

9 16 17 Monday 14 September RSPB Bempton Cliffs Photography Workshop Bempton Cliffs is home to over 200,000 seabirds from March to October. This is a very exciting place for wildlife photography, with many great opportunities to capture a variety of species close up, from the birds on the cliff-face to those in flight. These 1 to 1 workshops will be tailored towards beginners and enthusiasts, and will start with a look at the techniques and equipment needed with advice and tips on how to get that perfect wildlife image. You will learn about correct exposure, how to deal with tricky lighting conditions such as harsh sunlight or low light levels, depth of field techniques and how to capture that perfect image. Start Time: 9.00am Finish Time: 4.00pm Cost: From 40 call and full details are available at yorkshirecoastnature.co.uk Monday 14 September Fungi Foray at Millington Woods Join leading mycologist Caroline Hobart at this picturesque wooded location for a rare opportunity to enter the fascinating world of fungi. Learn more about the important part fungi play as waste disposal agents for the natural world. Meeting Point: Millington Wood Local Nature Reserve Nr Pocklington, YO42 1TZ Grid Ref: SE Cost: Adults 2.50; Adults over ; Children and young people under ; Family Ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) 7.50, please call Beverley Tourist Row, Beverley Monday 14 September The Beverley Ghost Walk Prepare to be scared. A twilight visit to the spooky bits of Beverley with our guide Paul Schofield. Chilling tales drawn from the town s history. Not suitable for young children. For further information visit tourhull.com Start Time: to finish at 21.00pm Meeting Point: The Royal Standard, North Bar Within, Beverley HU17 8DL Grid Ref: TA Cost: 3 per person, please call Beverley Tourist Row, Beverley Monday 14 September Home on the Grange Join Dany Wlodarczyk of the Beverley Ramblers for a level 6 mile walk in pleasant countryside on the north eastern outskirts of Beverley. It passes through pasture land, over the railway line and around Arram Grange to walk through the village of Arram. After re-crossing the railway line, the walk returns via the Minster long distance path. Dogs on short leads only. Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: Car Park of the Hayride Pub, Grange, Beverley HU17 9GP Tuesday 15 September In the land of the Water Vole and Heron A Wildlife walk along the West Beck SSSI chalk stream looking for signs of the wetland mammals, birds and learning about the aquatic life of the stream. Suitable for over 12 s. No Dogs Allowed pm Meeting Point: Wansford Bridge, Wansford Village near Driffield Grid Ref: TA Cost: 5 Per Person ( 3 for members of Wildlife Trust). Accompanying children under the age of 15 go free. Booking Essential: Visit ywt.org.uk.whats-on to book online Contact: Tel: info@ywt.org.uk Tuesday 15 September Walking for Health Walk Driffield Join us for a 2 hour guided walk. No need to book just turn up 15 minutes before wearing comfy shoes, warm clothing and bring a drink of water. See the section at the front of this programme for further information on Walking for Health initiative. Start Time: 10.30am to finish at 12.30pm Meeting Point: Watton Layby Tuesday 15 September Green Plaques Walk History at eye-level I bet you haven t seen it! The Civic Society has placed a number of information plaques on the walls of buildings in Beverley. Have you noticed them? If not, this is your chance to be taken on a guided walk that seeks to find the plaques and explain why they are there. You will be amazed and at times horrified by the picture they paint of Beverley! Walk leader Barbara English. Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: Beverley Arms, North Bar Within, HU17 8DD, please call Beverley Tourist Row, Beverley Tuesday 15 September Windmills in the Sky Join the Market Weighton group of Walkers are Welcome for this circular Walk to Sancton, Arras Wold and following the rail track back to Market Weighton. Dogs welcome. Not suitable for Children. For more information, please contact David Battams on or davidlbattams@gmail.com pm Meeting Point: Market Weighton Town Car Park, York Road Grid Ref: SE Tuesday 15 September Nordic Walking on Beverley Westwood An opportunity to have a go. Join expert Neil Thompson who will introduce you to this new fat busting Scandinavian pastime. This is a 1 hour taster session. It s great fun and burns 30% more calories than normal walking whilst reducing pressure on knees and joints. Walking poles provided. Start Time: to and to 16.30pm Meeting Point: Beverley Westwood, opposite the main entrance to Beverley racecourse, HU17 8QZ Grid Ref: TA Cost: 5.00 per person Booking Essential: Maximum 8 persons per session. To book contact Beverley Tourist Row. Tel: Tuesday 15 September Walking for Health Walk Sewerby Join us for a 2 hour guided walk. No need to book just turn up 15 minutes before wearing comfy shoes, warm clothing and bring a drink of water. See the section at the front of this programme for further information on the Walking for Health initiative. Start Time: 10.00am Meeting Point: Sewerby Hall, Church Lane,, YO15 1EA Grid Ref: TA

10 18 19 Wednesday 16 September Beckside Bumble Gordon Scaife will lead a guided historical walk around Beverley Beck exploring the origins of the Beck in the early 12th century to the present day. Join the Beverley Barge Preservation Society on the Syntan for a refreshing cuppa after your walk. Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: The Creelers Sculpture, Beckside. Near the Foresters Arms. but donations to Beverley Barge Society welcome. Booking Essential: Maximum 20 persons. Contact Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Butcher Row. Tel Wednesday 16 September Londesborough Loop Circular walk setting off from Market Weighton using the Wolds up to Londesborough Village and return via the historic village of Goodmanham. Dogs and Children Welcome. Start Time: to finish at 13.00pm Approx Meeting Point: Market Weighton Town Car Park, York Road Grid Ref: SE Wednesday 16 September Boots and Beer Walk Wolds There is no finer combination than walking followed by beer tasting and we have arranged this perfect pairing for you. We start with a 6.5 mile walk including parts of the Wolds way and taking in some of the superb Wolds landscape that inspires the Wold Top Brewery. The day is capped off with a chance to sample a couple of award winning Wold Top Beers at the Brewery at Hunmanby Grange, with a savoury buffet provided as well to round off the day. Quality Soft Drinks are available for non drinkers. Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: Meet at Wold Top Brewery, Hunmanby Grange, YO25 3HS Cost: 10 per person (including two half pint samples and a savoury buffet) contact Beverley Tourist Row Tel: Wednesday 16 September Walking for Health Market Weighton A 1.5 hour walk around the town of Market Weighton and its rural surroundings. If you ve not walked before and are reasonably fit, this may be the walk for you. Finish in the church for Tea/ Coffee and Toast ( 1). See the section at the front of this programme for further information on Walking for Health. Dogs welcome. Not suitable for Children pm Meeting point: St John s Methodist Church,Market Weighton Grid Ref: SE Wednesday 16 September Walking for Health Beverley Join us for a 45 minute guided walk. No need to book just turn up 15 minutes before wearing comfy shoes, warm clothing and bring a drink of water. See the section at the front of this programme for further information on Walking for Health. Start Time: 9.45am to finish at 10.30am Meeting Point: Beverley Leisure Centre, Flemingate, Beverley, HU17 0LT Grid Ref: TA Wednesday 16 September River Hull and Driffield Navigation Take a self drive boat for a semi guided trip from North Frodingham on the Driffield Navigation to Tickton on the river Hull. Starting from Frodingham wharf, explore the Driffield navigation in the morning, to arrive at Hempholme lock by Beverley Boat Hire staff will assist in the locking through onto the tidal River Hull. Follow the river south through nature reserves and farmland to the Beverley Boat hire base at Tickton for pre-arranged transport back to North Frodingham. An unusual opportunity for non boat owners to make this interesting one way trip through the tranquil East countryside. Children and Dogs welcome. A Self Drive Boat will be provided in accordance with our terms and conditions. For more information, please visit beverleyboathire.co.uk. Start Time: to finish at 16.30pm Meeting Point: Beverley Boat hire, Frodingham Wharf, North Frodingham Grid Ref: TA Cost: From 20 your place, please contact Beverley Boat Hire on or info@ beverleyboathire.co.uk Wednesday 16 September New Regional Join the Pocklington Ramblers group and experience a 12 mile linear walk starting in Filey. Non members are welcome. Individuals walk at their own risks. The Ramblers Association does not accept any liability. For further information, visit ramblers.org.uk. Start Time: 09.50am Meeting Point: Filey Bus Station, YO14 9AS Grid Ref: TA Wednesday 16 September A Slow Walk to the Hayride Part 2 Focus on Flora A stroll ideal for young and old, new walkers and those not wishing to walk far. On this slow walk we will be seeking out local flora. Start Time: to finish at 15.30pm Meeting Point: Market Cross, Beverley Wednesday 16 September Sancton Heroes of World War 1 A short guided walk around Sancton and Houghton with stories and places associated with people who served in WW1, followed by afternoon tea in the village hall. The walk is about 2 miles long on easy footpaths and country roads. Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: Sancton Village Hall, Low Street, Sancton Cost: 5 per person Booking Essential: Ring or sanctonhall@ gmail.com

11 20 21 Thursday 17 September Bainton North Dalton Circular Join the Market Weighton group of Walkers are Welcome for a 6.5 miles mostly flat walk with a chance of coffee/ lunch at the Wolds Village afterwards. Children Welcome. Not suitable for Dogs pm Approx. Meeting Point: Bainton Layby Thursday 17 September Walking for Health Beverley Join us for a 1 hour guided walk. No need to book just turn up 15 minutes before wearing comfy shoes, warm clothing and bring a drink of water. See the section at the front of this programme for further information on Walking for Health. Start Time: 11.00am to finish at 12.00pm Meeting Point: Beverley Leisure Centre, Flemingate, Beverley, HU17 0LT Grid Ref: TA Thursday 17 September A Walk Starting in the Georgian Quarter The Georgian Quarter is a newly designated shopping area in Beverley. This short walk will take you past some of the finest buildings in the town including St. Marys Church, Manor and Court. It allows you to peek into a hidden area of the town and to cross part of the famous Westwood common with its windmill and nearby workhouse. Your leader is Carli Black. Start Time: to finish at 20.00pm Meeting Point: St Marys Church, North Bar Within, Beverley, HU17 8DL Booking Essential: Maximum 20 persons. Contact Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Butcher Row. Tel Friday 18 September The Beverley Pub Walk Your host Paul Schofield will reveal the stories behind pub history in our market town with visits to some of the familiar hostelries. Why were there so many drinking places? There will be an opportunity to partake in some liquid refreshment. Cheers! Not suitable for children. Start Time: to finish at 21.00pm Meeting Point: The Royal Standard, North Bar Within, Beverley HU17 8DL Grid Ref: TA Cost: 3 per person., please call Beverley Tourist Row, Beverley Friday 18 September A Walk from Sproatley A 5 mile walk with the Market Weighton Walkers are Welcome group. Gentle and flat, kissing gates and hand gates throughout the route. Not suitable for Dogs or Children. For further information contact David Battams pm Meeting Point: Church Lane, Sproatley 18, 19 & 20 September Wolds and Migration Safari (3 day safari with full board accommodation) Focus on the wonderful diversity of bird species migrating through our area in September. Over 100 species of bird are possible. On this 3 day Safari our expert local guides will work had to ensure you have memorable experiences. Our small group tours ensure you learn a great deal, from identification tips to field craft advice, as well as getting to grips with those difficult-to-find species. If you are interested in nature photography, there will be plenty of opportunities to learn new skills or improve your technique from our experienced and enthusiastic photographers. Full details are available at yorkshirecoastnature.co.uk Meeting Point: Highfield Farm, Southburn, Driffield Start time: Arrive at hotel 3pm Cost: 310 to include full board for the 2.5 day tour with two nights accommodation, transport and guiding Booking Essential: Tel: Friday 18 September RSPB Bempton Cliffs Photography Workshop Bempton Cliffs is home to over 200,000 seabirds from March to October. This is a very exciting place for wildlife photography, with many great opportunities to capture a variety of species close up, from the birds on the cliff-face to those in flight. These 1 to 1 workshops will be tailored towards beginners and enthusiasts, and will start with a look at the techniques and equipment needed with advice and tips on how to get that perfect wildlife image. You will learn about correct exposure, how to deal with tricky lighting conditions such as harsh sunlight or low light levels, depth of field techniques and how to capture that perfect image. Start Time: 9.00am Finish Time: 4.00pm Cost: From 40 call and full details are available at yorkshirecoastnature.co.uk Courtesy of Steve Race Friday 18 September Walking for Health walk, Pocklington Get Outdoors and feel better inside. Try one of a potential collection of local walks around and about Pocklington by joining a Walking for Health group. This walk is 90 minutes and is supported by the Pocklington Group GP Surgery. Each walk has an interest or theme and will be more than just a walk. Enjoy the company. Eliminate isolation. Escape from a stressful day. Add to your local knowledge and tell us afterwards how you got on. Start Time: 10am Meeting Point: Francis Scaife Sports Centre, Pocklington Friday 18 September Elwell Walk Val Wise will explain how the Elwells reached Beverley, where they lived and worked, where you can see the paintings and how their work reflected the changing town. This gentle walk will also include many anecdotes. Start Time: to finish at 15.00pm Meeting Point: Beverley Railway Station, Station Square, Beverley, HU17 0AS Booking Essential: Places limited to book, please call Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Butcher Row, Beverley

12 22 23 Saturday 19/Sunday 20 September Wild Weekends at Bempton Cliffs Get your hands on some weird and wonderful creatures by collecting mini beasts out on the nature trail, and you may even come face to face with a bat, and have the opportunity to check out the moths that have been seen fluttering around! Start Time: Two Sessions Daily at 11am and 3pm Meeting Point: RSPB Bempton Cliffs, Cliff Lane, Bempton,, YO15 1JF Cost: Non-members 3 per child; Members 2.50 per child, Under 5 s and accompanying adults go free. Please note that normal facility charges apply. Booking not required just turn up on the day Contact: Tel: Courtesy of Steve Race Saturday 19 September Sample the Pilgrimage of Grace Original trail Join a circular route picking up the section of the full trail between Nunburnholme and Warter. Ponder over the exact location of the Nunnery. Contemplate the extensive history of religion in both these places. Commentary from Heritage project team member. Enjoy refreshments at Wolds Heritage Centre in Warter. Distance 5 miles with one moderately steep incline. Car parking available in Nunburnhome. The walk will be lead by Tony Corrigan of East Ramblers. Start Time: 10.30am Meeting Point: Nunburnholme Church Booking Essential: For further details and to book a place please john@jrkbrown. plus.com or ring Saturday 19 September Wildlife Photography Hideaway Take a walk around one of East s arable farms that is also managed for wildlife. This is a relaxed an informal tour lead by professional photographer Les Gibbon who has spent many years photographing wildlife in this area. Visit the pond and photography hides. The final part of the trip is a photography session in the woodside hide overlooking a reflection pool specially built to get photographers close to wildlife, the site is frequently used by a variety of birds and mammals. This is an ideal opportunity for any wildlife photographers to get close to nature and, with luck,capture some of our stunning wildlife with your camera plus gain advice and instruction on how to improve your technique. Start Time: Split into two hour slots starting at 10.00am, limited to three people per session Meet: Arglam Grange, Holmeon-Spalding-Moor, YO43 4HG Grid Ref: SE Cost: 10 per person (includes tea and coffee) Booking Essential: Contact Les Gibbon on or Les@hullnews.co.uk Saturday 19 September Pasture Views Photographic Walk Spend the afternoon exploring the stunning pasture land around Millington with renowned Wolds Photographer Paul Moon. All photographic abilities welcome. Terrain may be steep in parts so strong footwear and a good level of fitness is essential. Not suitable for Dogs. For inspiration visit paulmoonphotography.co.uk. Start Time: to finish at 17.00pm Meeting Point: Millington Woods Car Park, YO42 1TZ Grid Ref: SE Cost: Adults 10, Children and Young persons under 16 5 Booking Essential: 15 Persons Maximum. To book contact Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Butcher Row, Beverley. Tel: Saturday 19 September Spurn Safari Look out for migrant birds arriving on our shores from the vantage point of a giant 4x4 on this evening guided Spurn Safari. Wrap up warm and wear sturdy footwear, bring binoculars if you have them. Children Welcome. No Dogs allowed. Start Time: to finish at 18.00pm Meeting Point: The Warren, Spurn National Nature Reserve, Blue Bell, Kilnsea, HU12 0UB Grid Ref: TA Cost: 10 Per Person Booking Essential: Visit ywt.org.uk.whats-on to book online Contact: Tel: lizzie.dealey@ywt.org.uk Saturday 19 September Wheel across the Wolds A 26 mile (approx.) cycle ride on quiet roads through sleepy Wolds villages in the company of Sustrans volunteers. Gentle pace with halfway stop at a village pub for lunch. Hutton Cranswick is just over half a mile from the garden centre via National 1. Start Time: Assemble for Meet: Hutton Cranswick Garden Centre coffee shop, Burn Butts Lane, YO25 9JN Grid Ref: TA Booking Essential: Contact Beverley Tourist Information Centre Butcher Row Tel: Saturday 19th September River Hull and Driffield Navigation Take a self drive boat for semi guided trip form Tickton on the river Hull to North Frodingham in the Driffield navigation. Starting from Beverley Boat Hire s base, follow the tidal River Hull through nature reserves and farmland to Hempholme lock, where BBH staff will assist in the locking through onto the Driffield Navigation. Enjoy a packed lunch at the lock or on your boat, and spend a few hours in the afternoon exploring the Driffield Navigation before leaving your boat at North Frodingham for pre arranged transport back to Beverley. An unusual opportunity for non boat owners to make this interesting one way trip through the tranquil East countryside. : Children and Dogs welcome. A Self Drive Boat will be provided in accordance with our terms and conditions. For more information, please visit beverleyboathire.co.uk. Start Time: to finish at 16.30pm Meeting Point: Beverley Boat Hire, Tickton Grid ref: TA Cost: From 25 your place, please contact Beverley Boat Hire on or info@beverleyboathire.co.uk

13 24 25 Beach Clean Join the Living Seas team as we give South Landing beach a thorough clean. Children and Dogs Welcome. Start Time: to finish at 13.00pm Meeting Point: Living Seas Centre, Flamborough, YO15 1AE Grid Ref: TA Coffee Morning Ride Burnby Equestrian Centre is running a special ride across country to the Madhyamaka Buddhist Centre at Kilnwick Percy, with a stop for coffee and cake at the World Peace Café. The 9 mile route follows part of the Wolds, with lovely views. Burnby Equestrian welcomes new riders, who should be confident at walk, trot and canter for this ride. Cost: 50 per person including horse hire and refreshments. Booking Essential: Contact Sue Bargate for bookings and further information Tel Spurn Safari Look out for migrant birds arriving on our shores from the vantage point of a giant 4x4 on this evening guided Spurn Safari. Wrap up warm and wear sturdy footwear, bring binoculars if you have them. Children welcome. No Dogs Allowed. Start Time: to finish at 18.00pm Meeting Point: The Warren, Spurn National Nature Reserve, Blue Bell, Kilnsea, HU12 0UB Grid Ref: TA Cost: 10 Per Person Booking Essential: Visit ywt.org.uk.whats-on to book online A Walk in the Wolds Join the Beverley Ramblers for a moderate 8 mile walk in the Wolds near Brough, suitable for all ages and abilities to enjoy the benefits of walking. Non members are welcome. Individuals walk at their own risk. The Ramblers Association does not accept any liability. Suitable for Dogs. For further information, visit ramblers.org.uk Start Time: 10.00am Meeting Point: Brough Haven Cark Park, HU15 1ED Grid Ref: SE Driffield Navigation with Lunch Take a self drive boat from North Frodingham on the Driffiled navigation to Wansford, the current limit of navigation, where you will enjoy lunch at The Trout Inn, before returning by boat to North Frodingham. Beverley Boat hire Staff will be on hand to help with boats and locks, after a pleasant bar lunch in The Trout Inn. Prices include boat hire and a main course for each passenger, drinks are not included. Option to extend boat hire to explore Driffield navigation in the afternoon. For more information, please visit beverleyboathire.co.uk pm Meeting Point: Beverley Boat Hire, Frodingham Wharf, North Frodingham Grid Ref: TA Cost: From 25 your place, please contact Beverley Boat Hire on or info@beverleyboathire.co.uk Great Geocaching Treasure Hunt Londesborough Wolds Take up the challenge! This is a great fun activity for all ages. Barrow one of our sat nav GPS units and enjoy a 2 mile walk in Londesborough Park including part of the Wolds National Trail. Use the GPS to search for hidden boxes on the route. Start Time: Turn up and register any time between and 14.00pm Meeting Point: In the reading rooms (near the church) Londesborough Estate, YO43 3LG Grid Ref: SE Cost: This is a free event but 20 deposit (refundable on completion) and proof of ID will be required A Walk in the Wolds An 8 mile walk led by the Ryedale Ramblers Group, taking in an exciting mixture of scenic countryside near Rudston on the Wolds. Non members are welcome. Individuals walk at their own risk. The Ramblers Association does not accept any liability. For further information visit visitramblers.org.uk Start Time: Meeting Point: Rudston, Near Church, YO25 4XA Grid Ref: TA River Hull and Driffield Navigation Evening Take a self drive boat for an assisted evening trip from North Frodingham on the Driffield Navigation to Tickton on the river Hull. Starting from Frodingham wharf, pass along the tranquil Driffield Navigation to Hempholme lock. Beverley Boat hire staff will assist in locking through onto the tidal river hull. Follow the river south through the nature reserves and farmland to the Beverley Boat Hire base at Tickton where we will reserve a table for you at the Crown and Anchor pub across the river from our base if required (now under new management). An unusual opportunity for non boat owners to make this interesting trip through the tranquil East countryside. Transport will be provided from Beverley Boat Hire to North Frodingham. Start Time: to finish at 19.30pm Meeting Point: Beverley Boat Hire, Tickton Grid Ref: TA Cost: From a place please contact Beverley Boat hire on or info@beverleyboathire.co.uk Geocaching Treasure Hunt Stride or Ride with the Pilgrimage of Grace Project Team Help us try out a new route from Londesborough to Aughton via Shiptonthorpe, Harswell, Everingham, Seaton Ross, Holme on Spalding Moor, Ellerton. The whole trail is 17+ miles long so we propose sampling it in two ways; one on foot walking in a particular section or sections, eg. from Holme on Spalding Moor to Seaton Ross church (about 4 miles); Seaton Ross Church to Ellerton (6.25 miles); Ellerton Priory to Aughton (1.25 miles). It is all level terrain apart from one moderate incline up to Holme on Spalding Moor Church. The other way is by charabanc, with visits and stops along the whole route starting at Goodmanham and finishing at Aughton for afternoon tea where we would meet up with the walking party. Arrangements for walkers to leave cars at Aughton, Ellerton and Seaton Ross (and be transported to the walk start at Holme on Spalding Moor). Start Time: 10.30am Meeting Point: Holme-on- Spalding-Moor Booking Essential: For more information and to book a place please john@jrkbrown.plus.com Tel

14 26 27 The Wildlife and Cultural Heritage of Bempton Enjoy an afternoon walk with our friendly guide, starting at the RSPB Bempton Cliffs nature reserve and heading towards Bempton village where you will discover the local wildlife surrounding the reserve, and learn all about the Bempton village history. You will have the opportunity to grab a cup of tea from the local tea rooms, before heading back towards the reserve, to experience all there is to know about Bempton Cliffs, including our wildlife and cultural heritage. Unfortunately, the route is not fully accessible for wheelchair, pushchair or mobility scooter use. The walk is quite lengthy on a variety of terrain, so a good level of fitness is recommended as well as good footwear and clothing suitable for all weather types. Due to the location, warm, waterproof clothing is recommended. Children are welcome, however please bear in mind this walk in lengthy. Dogs Welcome. Start Time: to finish at Cost: Adult 6 (non-members of the RSPB), 4 (members of the RSPB) Children 2.50 (nonmembers of the RSPB) Free (for members of the RSPB) Booking Essential: Call or Bempton.cliffs@rspb.org.uk A Sunday Stroll A walk on the quiet side with walk leader Carli Black. There are more than 30 quiet spaces in Beverley. Two are especially designed quiet gardens for peaceful rest and relaxation. We will visit both gardens and see some more quiet spaces en route. Come for a relaxing walk, the journey is as enjoyable as the destination! Suitable for new walkers, friends and families. Start Time: to finish at 16.00pm Meeting Point: Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Beverley, HU17 0AB East Join the Pocklington Ramblers for a 10 mile circular walk exploring all things East. Non members are welcome. Individuals walk at their own risk. The Ramblers Association does not accept any liability. For further information visit, ramblers.org.uk Start Time: 10.00am Meeting Point: Harpham Main Street, YO25 4QY Grid Ref: TA Madhyamaka KMC Buddhist Centre Experience The hall was once a stately home and is now a thriving Buddhist community. There will be an introduction to Buddhism, an explanation of the Buddhist shrine, a guided meditation for beginners and a lake tour. This is your chance to find out more in these peaceful and beautiful surroundings. The World Peace Cafe is open all day or visitors may bring their own refreshments. Start Time: to finish at 15.00pm Meeting Point: Kilnwick Percy Hall, Main Entrance, Pocklington, YO42 1LF Booking Essential: No

15 28 29 Do Anytime Trails If you don t get a chance to take part in the festival this year why not try one of the following trails which you can enjoy at your own leisure. Pick up a leaflet at a Tourist information Centre of from a local retailer. Some trails are available to download at visithullandeastyorkshire.com Walking Trails Beverley Town Trail The trail depicts 39 medieval guilds and trades and the sculptures are positioned close to their locations. Fred and Mary Elwell Trail, Beverley Follow the trail of 22 full size paintings by local artists Fred and Mary Elwell sited around Beverley. Giant Bradley Trail, Market Weighton Follow in the footsteps of William Bradley (b.1787) who grew his way into the Guinness Book of Records as England s tallest man. Art Trail, Wolds Village, Bainton A mosaic dragon, fairy ring, teddy bears picnic and a wicked witch are some of the sights to be viewed. Leaflets available at the gift shop. Pocklington History and Heritage Trail An enjoyable and informative tour of this ancient town relating many of its most notable events, people and places. Booklet available at Forth s bookshop 2. The Larkin Trail, Hull Follow Larkin s literary journey taking in places where he lived, worked and visited, and which inspired his poetry. KP Nature Trail, Near Pocklington An exciting Nature Trail (approx 2 hours) set in and around the KP championship golf course and 180 acres of glorious woodlands. Reception will explain the guide to you, priced at Follow the trail and solve the clues. Hand in your answers for a chance to win a fabulous prize. Seven Seas Fish Trail, Hull Find the fish and explore the city! When you finish return to the Tourist Information Centre to receive your free certificate. Ale Trail, Hull A guide to the historical Old Town of Hull s traditional pubs and contemporary bars. Old Town Trail, A fascinating trail around the lesser known Old Town which is a hidden gem full of history and heritage and is often used in films and television productions. The Pilgrimage of Grace Heritage Walking Trail The trail is 8½ miles long through outstanding landscapes between Warter and Pocklington. It celebrates the important role that this part of played in the Pilgrimage of Grace, a rebellion against Henry VIII in in Leaflets available in the town or contact John Brown tel john@jrkbrown. plus.com or download at top10trails.com Maritime Trail A trail following the rich maritime history of the town. Start at the Tourist Information Centre where you can pick up a brochure. The Humber Bridge Country Park Tree Trail Collect a leaflet from the Humber Bridge Tourist Information Centre. Can you crack the Tree Trail Code? As you walk round the tree trail, collect the letters from each tree marker and fill the grid and you will discover some very interesting tree facts. Beastly Beverley Discover the darker side of Beverley s history! Flood, famine, disease, crime, smelly past and more! The trail leaflet costs 30p from Beverley Tourist Information Centre. Bus Walks A series of bus walks has been developed in the Pocklington district walk outwards and bus back OR bus outwards and walk back. In both cases cars can be parked in Pocklington and other villages. Details are available on visithullandeastyorkshire.com EYMS runs buses throughout the area, further details are available at eyms.co.uk Anytime Trails The Pilgrimage of Grace Ride This 17 mile circular heritage route with some spectacular views of the Wolds links places with a connection to the 1536 rebellion against Henry VIII. The route is way marked with a penny farthing symbol incorporating the heritage badge. A route map and historic background notes are available from john@ jkrbrown.plus.com. Touch screen information outside Pocklington Arts Centre and Warter Heritage Centre. If you undertake this ride we would appreciate your feedback. New vista boards for 2015 along the route. Great Wold Valley Heritage Trail This trail runs for 11½ miles from Wharram-le-Street in the west to Foxholes in the east. In the nine Wolds villages interpretation panels describe the geology, archaeology, heritage and wildlife along the Gypsey Race, Britain s most northerly chalk stream. Use the trail to explore this fascinating part of the Wolds. Driffield Map 5 circular cycle rides in and around Driffield with varying degrees of difficulty which cater for all abilities. Copies available at Tourist Information Centres and a downloadable version is available at theyorkshirewolds.com. Alternatively call or transportpolicy@eastriding. gov.uk Pocklington Map 6 circular cycle rides in and around Pocklington with varying degrees of difficulty which cater for all abilities. Copies available at Tourist Information Centres and a downloadable version is available at theyorkshirewolds.com. Alternatively call or transportpolicy@ eastriding.gov.uk Big Skies Bike Rides A great selection of circular day rides across the Wolds for some of the best big skies and back roads cycling. Download all the rides from visithullandeastyorkshire.com

16 30 31 Quality Accommodation Burton Lodge Guest House Highfield Farm B&B Church Farm Rudstone Walk The following establishments are all offering SPECIAL OFFERS for the duration of the festival subject to availability. Please book direct quoting the Wolds Walking Festival or the code provided. Further details for each of these establishments can be viewed at theyorkshirewolds.com Broadgate Farm Cottages Seagulls Leven Road, Brandesburton, Nr. Beverley YO25 8RU burton-lodge.co.uk burton-lodge.co.uk Offer: 10% discount for stays of 2 or more nights during the festival. Mercure Hull Royal Hotel Highfield Farm, Southburn Road, Southburn, Driffield YO25 9AF info@highfieldfarm.co.uk Offer: 20% discount off stays during the festival. High Barn Garton on the Wolds, Driffield East YO25 3ES / churchfarmgarton.co.uk Offer: 10% off our weekly rate and short breaks. Please quote WALKFEST. The KP South Cave, Brough HU15 2AH rooms@rudstone-walk.co.uk Offer: A 2 night break, including breakfast, dinner and complimentary afternoon tea both days, 300 per couple during the festival. Children and Dogs welcome. Broadgate Farm, Walkington Beverley HU17 8RP Broadgatefarm@ btinternet.com broadgatefarmcottages.co.uk Offer: 10% off midweek breaks 4night break+ from the 1st Sept to the 13th October Village Urban Resort Hull Henry Boot, Priory Park East, Hull, HU4 7DY urbanresorts.com Offer: Double or Twin B&B per room per night Thursday to Sunday inclusive, B&B per room per night B&B Monday to Wednesday inclusive. Maximum of 2 people share, free use of WiFi and leisure facilities. South Shore Holiday Village / seagullsatbridlington.co.uk Offer: 2 bedroom chalets to sleep 4 for 40 per night midweek and 60 per night at weekends. Please quote Festival when booking. Nordham Cottages 11 Nordham, North Cave HU15 2LT Louisem200@hotmail.co.uk nordhamcottages.co.uk Offer from Nordham cottages: Sleeps 5 at the discount price of 396/week or 297 for a 3 night weekend/4night mid-week break (between 12th & 20th September). Bay Tree cottage sleeps 2 at 301 per week or 226 per 3 night weekend/4 night midweek break (between the 12th & 20th September). Both our cottages can interconnect to sleep 7 (or up to 9 with 2 extra beds). Please quote NORDHAM WALKS. 170 Ferensway, Hull HU1 3UF Offer: Bed & breakfast single rooms available for just per room, per night Bed & breakfast rates are available from just per room, per night (based on two people sharing a standard double/twin room). Dinner, bed & breakfast rates are available from per room, per night (based on two people sharing a standard double/twin room). Lincoln House 43 Wellington Road, YO15 2AX lincolnhousebridlington.co.uk Offer: 5% discount on our standard B&B rates throughout the festival. Please quote Wolds Walking when booking. Newsham Hill Lane, Bempton YO16 6XE stay@fieldhousefarm cottages.co.uk highbarncottages.co.uk Offer: 10% discount on stays of 3 nights or more between 12th -20th Sept Quote WALKFEST when booking. Field House Farm Cottages Jewison Lane, Sewerby YO16 6YG stay@fieldhousefarm cottages.co.uk fieldhousefarmcottages.co.uk Offer: 10% off 4 night mid week break at Field House or discount on weekly booking. 50 off weekly booking Ostler s, Hind s and Roost off weekly booking The Byre, The Old Dairy, The Turnip House. Quote WALKFEST when booking. Pocklington YO42 1UF thekp.co.uk Offer: 20% discount on a 2 night stay in any of the hotel rooms during the festival. The Game Bird Hotel, Restaurant and Bar 183, Holme Church Lane Beverley HU17 0QL gamebird@bateman.co.uk gamebirdbeverley.co.uk Offer: 10% Discount for stays between 12th & 20th September 2015, Please Quote WALKFEST at time of booking.

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18 34 35 The Wolds is a hidden corner of England that s perfect for peaceful exploration on two wheels. Out of the valleys, panoramic views abound from the many miles of quiet country lanes, bridleways, footpaths and cycle paths that link friendly market towns to pretty villages with welcoming country pubs selling locally produced food and historic stately homes and churches. Big Skies Bike Rides There are 8 circular day rides (see map) ranging from 14 to 24 miles details are in the free guide downloadable at visithullandeastyorkshire. com. The routes from Beverley, Driffield, and Hunmanby start from stations on the railway line. Another starts at Malton Railway Station. Wolds 146 well signed miles around the crescent of rolling hills east of historic York, taking in a variety of scenery from the dramatic cliffs of Flamborough Head, the parkland setting of Sledmere, to the medieval gem of Beverley. This route is an ideal choice for those new to cycle touring, and for adventurous families. Selfguided holidays and baggage transfer available more details from cycleyorkshirewolds.com Key Key toto s s 66 of the of the Roses Roses 33 YORK YORK Vale Vale of of York York Market Market Weighton Weighton 11 Wolds Malton/Norton Malton/Norton Hornsea Hornsea More National More National Network information, Network information, including North Sea including thethe North Sea in East in East (part of EuroVelo (part of EuroVelo 12)12) from from Sledmere Sledmere Stamford Stamford Bridge Bridge Key Key toto s s YORK YORK Pocklington Pocklington Market Market Weighton Weighton 6 miles 6 miles mm be be r r Spurn Spurn Heritage Heritage FerryFerry to Rotterdam to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge and Zeebrugge Chalkland Chalkland Minster Minster TryTry a Trails a Trails Vale Vale of of York York RailRail Links Links Holderness Holderness HULL HULL East East Mainline Mainline railway railway u r Hu ve H R iv e r Ri 1010 kmkm Wolds Wolds Hornsea Hornsea Beverley Beverley Hessle Hessle u r Hu ve H Rive r Ri Hessle Hessle Line Line railway railway Selby Selby HULL HULL London London Bay Bay Driffield Driffield Beverley Beverley Selby Selby EastEast Riding Riding of of GreatGreat WoldWold Valley Valley Heritage Heritage Trail Trail RailRail Links Links Holderness Holderness East East Mainline Mainline railway railway York York Flamborough Flamborough Headland Headland Heritage Heritage Hunmanby Hunmanby Trans Trans Pennine Pennine TrailTrail NORTH NORTH SEA SEA BayBay 88 Line Line railway railway Pocklington Pocklington Chalkland and Minster The Chalkland is a waymarked 40-mile circular walk from the pleasant small town of Pocklington up onto the western escarpment of the Wolds. There are buses to Pocklington from Hull, York, Malton, Beverley and Driffield. Pocklington, Market Weighton and Beverley are Walkers are Welcome towns. The Minster is also waymarked along its 50-miles between the impressive Minsters of Beverley and York. It crosses the chalk hills of the Wolds and the Vale of York and is a great trail to tackle over a weekend with plenty of walker friendly places to stay on route. NORTH NORTH SEA SEA BigBig Skies Skies Bike Bike Rides Rides RailRail Links Links 22 Wolds Driffield Driffield The Wolds National Trail is a 79-mile well way-marked route traversing the full extent of the Wolds between Hessle on the Humber Estuary and Filey on s North Sea coast, both of which can be reached by train. Pick up one of the Tracker Packs designed for families to enjoy a short walk along the Wolds. Including maps, games and challenges to ensure a great day out. They can be hired from Beverley, Filey, Pickering and the Humber Bridge Tourist Information Centres and also from The Robert Fuller Gallery at Thixendale. Vale Vale of of Pickering Pickering orough orough Headland Headland Wolds Wolds BigBig Skies Skies Bike Bike Rides Rides Stamford Stamford Bridge Bridge There s a wide range of circular walks on and around the Wolds. New to walking? Try a Trail walks from Welton, Market Weighton, Thixendale and Settrington sample short sections of the Wolds National Trail, walks in new open access areas and for those looking for easier access. Our Walk the Wolds packs available to purchase from Tourist Information Centres have 15 individual, artist painted route cards for walks of varying lengths through the tranquillity of picturesque villages and the rolling hills of open countryside, complete with points of interest they are a great introduction to the Wolds. of the of the Roses Roses Flamb Flamb Wolds Wolds Sledmere Sledmere Trans Trans Pennine Pennine TrailTrail 44 Day Walks Key Key toto s s Hunmanby Hunmanby Vale Vale of of Pickering Pickering Malton/Norton Malton/Norton The full route is shown on the Discover Wolds, York & Hull s Map which is available from the Sustrans online shop (sustrans.org.uk) as well as Beverley and Tourist Information Centres. The map also shows the East section of the popular of the Roses coast2coast route between Morecambe in Lancashire and wayoftheroses.info Walking in the Wolds can be as easy or as demanding as you like, all in magnificent scenery kmkm 6 miles 6 miles mm be be r r Spurn Spurn Heritage Heritage FerryFerry to Rotterdam to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge and Zeebrugge

19 For up to date info - follow us Tourist Information Tourist Information Centres offer information on everything you need to get the most from your visit, including where to stay, attractions and local events. We also provide transport information, maps and guide books, information on eating out and much much more! An accommodation booking service is available by telephone, online and at all centres. A warm welcome awaits you! Beverley Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) 34 Butcher Row, Beverley HU17 0AB Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) 25 Prince Street,, YO15 2NP Humber Bridge Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) North Bank Viewing Area, Ferriby Road, Hessle HU13 0LN Hull Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) City Hall, Paragon Street Hull, HU1 3RQ (option 2) boxoffice@hullcc.gov.uk Pickering Tourist Information Centre (Open all year) The Ropery, Pickering YO18 8DY pickeringtic@ ryedale.gov.uk Tourist Information at Withernsea Lighthouse Museum Open Easter to end of September Staffed by TIC Staff on weekends, bank holidays and during school holidays Tourist Information at Hornsea Museum Open Easter to end of September Staffed by TIC Staff on weekends, bank holidays and during school holidays Tourist Information Points Bainton, Wolds Village Hornsea Leisure Centre Malton, Ryedale District Council Offices Market Weighton, Langlands Garden Centre Pocklington Arts Centre Warter, Wolds Heritage Centre Withernsea Leisure Centre Click on visithullandeastyorkshire.com for more information on the area Wolds