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1 Tourist Information Click on for more information on the area Walking and Cycling Packs available at the Tourist Information Centres - Including Tracker Packs For upto date info - follow us on 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 more! An accommodation booking service is available by telephone, online and at all centres. A warm welcome awaits you. Humber Bridge TIC, North Bank Viewing Area, Ferriby Road, Hessle, HU13 0LN, Tel: , humberbridge.tic@ eastriding.gov.uk Open Daily during August and September - 09:00 to 13:00 and to 17:00 Beverley TIC 34 Butcher Row, Beverley, HU17 0AB, Tel: , beverley.tic@ eastriding.gov.uk Opening Times: Monday to Friday - 09:30 to17:15 Saturday - 10:00 to 16:45 Sunday (August Only) - 11:00 to 15:00 Bridlington TIC 25 Prince Street, Bridlington, YO15 2NP, Tel: , bridlington.tic@ eastriding.gov.uk Opening times during August and September Monday to Saturday - 09:30 to 17:30 and Sunday - 09:30 to 17:00 Hull TIC 1 Paragon Street, Hull HU1 3NA Tel: tourist.information@ hullcc.co.uk Malton TIC Malton Library, St Michael Street, Malton YO17 7LJ Tel: maltontic@ btconnect.com Walking & Outdoors Festival 14th - 23rd September 2012 For accommodation information, click on visithullandeastyorkshire.com. Other useful sites include and Whilst every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information detailed in this guide. Visit Hull & East Yorkshire 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. Including WALKABOUTBEVERLEY Walking weekend

2 3 Booking Information 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 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 refunds 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. 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. Dogs Where dogs are allowed this will be stipulated otherwise we ask that dogs are left at home. Cycle 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 3rd party liability insurance. All participants must agree to wear the hi-viz waistcoat provided, appropriate footwear and a hard hat of PAS015, BSEN 1384 or ATSM/SEI standard. Family event Walkers are Welcome Event Ride Yorkshire Event Way National Trail Robert Fuller Gallery Event Any queries If you have an enquiry about any of the events or would like further leaflets to be sent out to you free of charge, please call / or Karen.betts@vhey. co.uk. This programme is downloadable - visit visithullandeastyorkshire.com Open Studios th & 16th September &22nd & 23rd September Artists throughout East Yorkshire invite all those with an interest in the visual arts to visit them in their studios and participating galleries. This is the first time that the event has been organised and promoted by the artists themselves. Yorkshire Explorer Event Walking for Health For further details visit eastyorkshireopenstudios.co.uk The Ramblers Event

3 5 Walking the Way to Health Walking for Heath is a national initiative aimed at encouraging the community to become more physically active through walking. East Riding of Yorkshire Council s Walking for Health Scheme currently has 19 different walk venues, with over 50 guided walks every month. Walks can range from 30 minutes for those who are just getting back into walking or two hours for those who want a bit more of a challenge. No need to book on any of the walks, 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 or to request a programme contact Laura Telfer, healthy lifestyles development officer on ( ) or laura.telfer@ eastriding.gov.uk Wander Art on the Yorkshire Wolds Way Artworks that complement and enhance the landscape have been installed along the 79-mile National Trail - by nationally significant artists as part of the WANDER project. The works of art will vary in type and scale and be installed in a variety of beautiful and unusual settings. Local communities have been heavily consulted to develop works of art that best benefit their areas, some of the pieces will even double up as beneficial infrastructure including a bridge and a bus shelter! The East Riding of Yorkshire Countryside Access Team The countryside access team are responsible for ensuring that countryside walks are well maintained and open for you to use and enjoy. The public rights of way network is a wonderful asset giving access to the best viewpoints, the best landscapes and the best wildlife in the East Riding. Search out these routes on Disused railway lines in the area are now linear wildlife corridors where you can walk, cycle and horse ride in peace and safety and these are also managed by the team. The team also run a comprehensive programme of countryside events all year round. For more information go to and select brochure for Countryside For general enquiries and availability telephone

4 7 Is a weekend of guided and self-led walks around the town celebrating Beverley becoming a Walkers are Welcome town. Walkers are Welcome is a national initiative which started in 2007 and now has over 100 member towns who promote walking activity and a warm welcome to walkers. For further information visit org.uk. WALKABOUTBEVERLEY is the official launch event for the Beverley Walkers are Welcome group and we are delighted to include it as part of the larger Walking and Outdoors Festival Programme. Other towns in the Wolds, namely Market Weighton and Pocklington, are already active and established Walkers are Welcome towns and they too have arranged walks as part of this Festival. Friday 14 September The Ghost Walk of Beverley A twilight ghost walk (approx. 2 miles) with local accredited tour guide Paul Schofield. Discover chilling tales and gruesome stories drawn from the town s history. Start time: 19:00 (to finish at about 21:00 in Highgate) Meet: Outside the Royal Standard public house, North Bar Within. Cost: 3.00 per person. Booking essential. Tickets from Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Butcher Row, Beverley Tel Beverley Beck and Beyond Join Mike Jackson of the Beverley Ramblers on this 4 mile walk which follows the beck to its junction with the River Hull, crossing the ancient common of Figham along tracks passing England Springs and a Yorkshire Wildlife reserve. Returning to the Beck via the Minster and some more of the snickets of Beverley. Start time: 13:45 Meet: At Creelers statue near the Foresters Arms, at the end of Beverley Beck, Flemingate. The Three Peaks Walk - Beverley Style A surprising 3 mile walk hitting the heights of town and taking in the sights. A good head for heights is needed and a sense of adventure. Climbing a tower is part of the walk and will require good mobility. This part of the walk is optional but a great opportunity to see one of the best views in the area. Meet: Beverley Tourist Information Centre. Cost: Free of charge but you may wish to make a donation. The tower is opening specially for this event. Snickets and Rackets! Join Barbara English, local historian and writer on this 2 mile walk exploring some of the historic passageways that chart the medieval history of Beverley. Come and explore! Start time: 15:00 (to finish at about 17:00) Meet: Beverley Tourist Information Centre. Cost: Free of charge but booking essential. Contact Beverley Tourist Information Centre, Butcher Row, Beverley Tel Tracks and Trails A pleasant 10 mile walk with Chris Lovejoy of the Beverley Ramblers using tracks and trails on level terrain in the peaceful countryside to the south of Beverley. Allow 4 hours and bring refreshments. Meet: Grayburn Lane Car Park. OS Grid Ref. TA Around the Houses and Churches Join your guide Carli Black, for a chance to chat and walk on a new and different 2 mile circuit of town, taking in the iconic religious buildings on a relaxed and easy walk. Start time: 14:30 (to finish at about 16:30) Meet: Beverley Tourist Information Centre. All weekend Self guided walks Beverley also has some unguided walks and trails for you to try. For further information and leaflets call in at Beverley Tourist Information Centre. Paint the town Fred and Mary - Leaflet available 20p The Beverley Town Trail Free leaflet Puzzler Treasure Hunt Free leaflet Family Treasure Trail Free leaflet Children s Wordsearch Free leaflet Why not call in at Beverley Guildhall, Register Square, which will be open to visitors on from 10:00 until 15:00. Visit 600 years of Beverley history including a complete Georgian courtroom.

5 9 Friday 14 September Pub Walk Burton Agnes Join us for a 3 hour, 6 mile guided walk which is part of the Walking for Health programme. No need to book just turn up 15 minutes before the start wearing walking shoes, warm clothing and a drink of water. See the section at the front of this programme for further information on the Walking Meet: Blue Bell Hotel, Main Road, Burton Agnes. YO25 4NG OS Grid Ref: TA around Huggate A 10 mile walk in the area around Huggate with the Hull and Holderness Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome. Dogs are welcome provided they are kept on a lead at all times. Meet: Mill Lane, Huggate OS Grid Ref. SE Contact Family Essential Bushcraft and Wilderness Survival Join Brian Bate, outdoor persuits expert for this fun event which is open to families with children ideally aged 5+. Learn some of the skills to survive and thrive in a wilderness environment. The session will cover activities such as firelighting, wild food foraging and natural navigation. to finish at 12:00 Meet: Robert Fuller Gallery, Thixendale YO17 9LS. OS Grid ref. SE Cost: Cost: Adults 5, Adults over Children and young people under Birds of Millington Pastures Discover the stunning birdlife 6 around Millington with birdwatching expert Michael Courtesy of Paul Moon Flowers. Birds expected are Yellowhammer, Bullfinch, Marsh Tit, Water Rail, Buzzard, Red Kite etc. to finish no later than 12:30 Meet: Robert Fuller Gallery, Thixendale, YO17 9LS. OS Grid Ref: SE Cost: 9.50 (no concessions) Booking essential. Online booking at com and click on what s on. Contact for Birds of Thixendale A walk in the beautiful landscape of Thixendale taking in part of the Yorkshire Wolds Way with birdwatching expert Michael Flowers. Birds expected are Tawny Owl, Little Owl, Yellowhammer, Red-legged Partridge, Great Spotted Woodpecker etc. Start time: 13:30 to finish no later than 15:30 Meet: Robert Fuller Gallery, Thixendale, YO17 9LS. OS Grid Ref: SE Cost: 9.50 (no concessions) Booking essential: Online booking at com and click on what s on. Contact for 5 Delve into Deep Dale Photography Walk Spend the afternoon exploring the stunning hidden dry chalk dales below Bishop Wilton Wold (walk is approximately 4 miles) with landscape photographer Paul Moon.All photographic abilities are welcome as are all types of cameras from mobile phones to top-of-the-range DSLRs. The terrain is often steep but there will be optional gentle slopes for the less agile. Strong footwear is necessary however. Start time: 13:00 to finish at 17:00 Meet: The layby at Cot Nab Farm, Bishop Wilton YO42 1SY at the top of Garrowby Hill (A166, opposite Thixendale/ Leavening junction). OS Grid Ref: SE Cost: Adults 5, Adults over Children and young people under Wharram Percy History Detective A family activity walk discovering England s most famous Deserted Medieval Village on a 4 mile approx 3 hours circular trail. Children will love the chance to play detective and hunt for hidden clues whilst parents will enjoy the peace and tranquillity with the opportunity to get a taste of the Way National Trail. Please bring a packed lunch and refreshments with you. Start time: 10:30 Meet: Wharram Percy car park (situated ½ mile South of Wharram- le-street) OS grid ref: SE Cost: Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Seabirds Bike Ride 8 Past Bridlington s beaches and out to the dramatic chalk cliffs at Bempton spotting as many different seabirds as possible. An easy 14 mile ride on traffic free paths and quiet roads, part of the National Cycle Network. There will be a refreshment stop at historic Sewerby Hall so bring a packed lunch. Please also read the cycle rides section at the front of the programme for Start Time: 10:30 Meet: South Cliff Caravan Park, Bridlington (By the park and ride stop) YO15 3QN OS Grid Ref: TA Cost: Cost: Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) 7.50.

6 11 Monday 17 September Fangfoss Funride 9 10 Londesborough sat nav Treasure Hunt An introduction to Navigation 15 Birds of North Cave Wetlands 16 The funride starts from Fangfoss and Ride Yorkshire have negotiated permissive access to private land for several parts of the routes making this a very special opportunity. Choose from 2 routes: 6 miles or 10 miles (approx). The price includes a BBQ meal provided by the Fangfoss Jubilee Park Committee. These events are always very popular so early booking is recommended. Participants will receive confirmation, joining details a map and directions on the day. Start time: 09:00 to finish no later than 16:00. Start times will be staggered. Meet: Full instructions will be provided on booking. Cost: 10 miles 21 (including food), 6 miles (poa) Booking strictly through Ride Yorkshire. janet. cochrane@rideyorkshire.org, Tel: , Mob: A 5 mile walk around Londesborough with the Pocklington Group of the Ramblers supporting the change4life movement to help us eat well, move more and live longer. Non members are welcome. Start time:13:00 Meet: Londesborough Church. OS Grid Ref. SE Contact Red Kites on the Wolds 11 Birdwatching expert Micheal Flowers will take you to a secret location. Birds expected are Red Kite, Buzzard, Green Woodpecker, Little Owl, Marsh Tit, Redlegged Partridge etc. Start time: 15:00 to finish no later than 16:30 Meet: Robert Fuller Gallery, Thixendale, YO17 9LS. OS Grid Ref: SE Cost: 9.50 (no concessions) Booking essential. Online booking at com and click on what s on. Contact for Courtesy of Paul Moon Take up the challenge! This is a great fun activity for all ages. Borrow one of our sat nav GPS units and enjoy a 2 mile walk in Londesborough Park including part of the Way National Trail. Use the GPS to search for hidden boxes on the route. Start time: Turn up and register any time between 10:00 and 14:00 Meet: In the reading rooms (near the church) Londesborough Estate YO43 3LG. OS Grid Ref. SE Cost: This is a free event but a 20 deposit(refundable on completion) and proof of ID will be required. A 14 mile walk around the Wolds with the Pocklington Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome. Start time:09:30 Meet: West of Wold Farm, Hanging Grimston. OS Grid Ref. SE Contact Millington Tops and Dale 14 This 5 mile walk takes in some of the best scenery the has to offer from spectacular views from the tops across the Vale of York, to the scenic Millington Dale. Some very steep hills on the route. Pub lunches usually available at the Gait Inn. Start time 10:30 to 13:00 Meet: Outside the Gait Inn, Millington YO42 1TX. OS Grid ref SE Please park safely in the village. Cost: Adults 2, Adults over , Children and young ticket 6 (up to 2 adults and 3 children). Booking essential. Online booking at gov.uk/events. Select brochure for Countryside 2012 or ring Are you new to walking? Want to learn more and feel confident to go out on your own? This event is aimed at people who are unfamiliar with map reading and navigation. This course introduces the basics of navigation how to use a map and compass and how to be safe and confident in the outdoors. All navigation equipment provided. Refreshments and toilets available in Millington village. Duration approx 5 hours Start time: 10:30 Meet: Millington Village Hall. OS Grid Ref. SE Park at The Gait Inn, Millington Cost: 25. Booking essential, ring Mike at Yorkshire Explorer on Discover the stunning birdlife around the deep lakes, wet grassland, gravel islands, reed beds and hedgerows of the North Cave Wetlands with birdwatching expert Michael Flowers. The birds expected are Great Crested Grebe, Little Grebe, Shoveler, Shelduck, Wigeon and Lapwing. to finish no later than 12:30 or 13:30 to finish no later than 15:30. Meet: Dryham Lane car park, North Cave. OS Ref. SE Cost: 9.50 (no concessions) Booking essential. Online booking at com and click on what s on. Contact for Monday 17 September Walking for Health Walk Bridlington 17 Join us for a 2 hour guided OS Grid Ref: TA Meet: Bridlington Hospital Café, Bessingby Road, Bridlington, YO16 4QP

7 13 Monday 17 September An Afternoon Ramble 18 A six mile ramble in the area around North Cave with the Hull and Holderness Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome. Dogs are welcome provided they are kept on a lead at all times. Start time:12:55 Meet: Dryham Lane, North Cave. OS Grid Ref. SE Contact Tuesday 18 September Walking for Health Walk Sewerby 19 Join us for a 1 hour guided Start time: 10:30 Meet: Sewerby Hall Church Lane, Bridlington YO15 1EA OS Grid Ref: TA Tuesday 18 September Fungi Foray at Millington Woods 20 Join us at this picturesque location for a rare opportunity to enter the fascinating world of fungi. Leading mycologist Caroline Hobart will be on hand to guide us and answer any questions. to finish no later than 13:00. Meet: Millington Wood Local Nature Reserve, Nr. Pocklington YO42 1TZ. OS Grid ref. SE Cost: Cost: Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Tuesday 18 September Walking for Health Walk Driffield 21 Join us for a 1 hour guided Start time:10:00 Meet: Driffield Leisure Centre, Bridlington Road, Driffield, YO25 5HZ. OS Grid Ref: TA Tuesday 18 September Walking for Health Walk South Cave 22 Join us for a 1 hour guided Meet: South Cave Sports Centre, Church Street, South Cave, HU15 2EP OS Grid Ref: SE Tuesday 18 September A Walk in the Yorkshire Wolds around Fridaythorpe 23 An eight mile walk in the beautiful with the York Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome Start time: 10:30 Meet: Fridaythorpe Pond. OS Grid ref. SE Contact for Tuesday 18 September Nordic Walking 24 An opportunity to try the fastest growing activity in the UK! Join expert Neil Thompson who will introduce you to this new fat busting Scandinavian pastime. Nordic walking is great fun and burns up 30% more calories than ordinary walking whilst reducing pressure on knees and joints as well as being an excellent cardiovascular work out. This is a 1 hour taster session on the green and pleasant Beverley Westwood. Start time: 14:00 Meet: Beverley Westwood opposite the main entrance to Beverley Racecourse. OS Grid Ref: TA Cost: 5 per person (no concessions) Wednesday 19 September near the deserted medieval village of Wharram Percy 25 A 10 mile walk in the beautiful with the Beverley Group of the Ramblers. Non members welcome. Meet: At the car park near Bella Farm, Wharram Percy. OS Grid ref. SE Contact for Wednesday 19 September Walking for Health Walk Market Weighton 26 Join us for a 1½ hour guided Meet: St John s Methodist Church, Market Weighton, YO43 3AJ. OS Grid Ref: SE877418

8 15 Wednesday 19 September 27 Friday 21 September Go Batty at Burnby 29 Friday 21 September Walking for Health Walk Pocklington 30 Teal s Trail Walkington 32 Pilgrimage of Grace Heritage Walk 33 Welcome to WANDER on the Way National Trail 34 A ten mile walk around the Wolds with the Pocklington Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome. Start time:10:00 Meet: Mill Lane /Warter Lane Layby, Huggate. OS Grid Ref. SE Contact Thursday 20 September Walking for Health Walk Beverley 28 Join us for a 2 hour guided Meet: Beverley Leisure Centre, Flemingate, Beverley, HU17 0LT OS Grid ref: TA Join our guide and learn all about bats. Observe the bats feeding over the lake and in the woodland. Bat detector kits provided. Start time: 19:00 Meet: At Burnby Hall and Gardens (just inside the main gate), Pocklington YO42 2QF OS Grid ref: SE Cost: Adults 3.50 Children 5-15 years 2. Call Booking essential Join us for a 1 hour guided Meet: Francis Scaife Sports Centre, Pocklington, YO422QE OS Grid ref: SE Friday 21 September Filey and Primrose Valley Circular 31 A 6 mile circular walk along clifftops and field paths to Primrose Valley, inland to Royal Oak (not a pub) then returning along the sand of Filey Bay, tide permitting and a look at the rocky Filey Brigg if there is time. Bring a packed lunch. Start time:10:30 Meet: Filey Country Park Car Park, Church Cliff Drive, YO14 9ET Grid. Ref TA (Charge for car parking) Contact Rob Lundie for further details. Join us for a 6 mile, 3 to 4 hour walk around Risby Park Woods to discover the area that Ernie Teal called his home. Ernie Teal the Sheriff of Walkington was the village s most famous son and was the oracle on local nature and wildlife. This walk also provides a quick visit to Skidby Mill, one of the last working mills in the UK where there will be a lunch/ refreshment stop. Start time: 10:30 Meet: Ferguson Fawsit Arms, Walkington. On street parking. OS Grid Ref: SE Cost: (Excludes lunch/ refreshments) Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young people under , Family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Booking essential - please call Mike at Yorkshire Explorer on Try out a new heritage walk from Pocklington to Warter via Kilnwick Percy and Nunburnholme. Tread one of the routes (approx 10 miles) that the Pilgrimage of Grace rebels trod in revolt against Henry V111 in Meet experts en route to learn about the history and the landscape. Bring your camera for a quick lesson from a superb vista. Tea and cakes available at St James Heritage Centre, Warter. Return via EYMS bus to Pocklington. Walk duration approx three and a half hours. Meet: At Burnby Hall and Gardens (just inside the main gate), Pocklington YO42 2QF OS Grid ref: SE Booking essential Further details from john@jrkbrown.plus.com or tel Join Malcolm Hodgson, National Trails Officer, on an exciting 7 mile linear walk from Thixendale to Huggate. The route will take in stunning art installations that form part of the newly developed WANDER (Art on the Yorkshire Wolds Way) project. Bring a packed lunch. Refreshments will be available at the Wolds Inn, Huggate on our return. Start time: 10:30 (to return at about 15:30). Cars can use the Wolds Inn car park and transport to the start at Thixendale will be provided. Meet: Wolds Inn, Huggate YO42 1YH OS Grid ref: SE Cost: (Excludes refreshments) Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young people under , Family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Booking essential.

9 17 Madhyamaka KMC Buddhist Centre, Pocklington Londesborough Link Spurn Migration Spectacular Millington Dale and Warter - Big Skies Cycle Ride Lost railways of Drewton Dale Kilnwick Percy Hall was once a stately home but is now a thriving Kadampa Buddhist community. This is your chance to find out about the history of the house and the Buddhist faith which can promote a harmonious life and counter the stresses and strains of modern living. This will be followed by a guided meditation suitable for all (optional). There will then be free time to explore the many woodland trails and walled garden in the beautiful grounds. The World Peace Café is open from 10:30 to 16:30 for refreshments or visitors may take their own refreshments and consume them at the hall. Start time: Meet at 13:50 for a 14:00 start. Meet: In the reception area, Kilnwick Percy Hall, YO42 1UF. OS Grid Ref. SE Cost: Cost: Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Join us for a very pleasant 3 mile circular walk through Londesborough Park and the site of the deserted medieval village of Easthorpe. Start time: 14:00 Meet: Towthorpe picnic site, A614 north of Market Weighton. OS Grid: Ref.SE Contact Rob Lundie for further details. Autumn Bat Boxes at Millington Wood 37 A unique opportunity to join the last check of the bat boxes this year. Enjoy an autumn stroll (1 mile) around the wood with us and take a close look at the bats roosting in the boxes with the East Yorkshire Bat Group. Start time 10:00 to 12:30 Meet: Millington Wood Local Nature Reserve near Pocklington, YO42 1TZ. OS Grid ref. SE Cost: Adults 2, Adults over Children and young ticket 6 (Up to 2 adults and 3 children). Booking essential. Online booking at www. eastriding.gov.uk/events. Select brochure for Countryside 2012 or ring The weather and other conditions on the day will determine which part of this unique peninsula we explore but you can be assured that this will be a truly spectacular experience. Species of bird expected are Redstart, Wheatear, Pied Flycatcher, Whinchat, Yellow Wagtail, Swallow, Whimbrel, Curlew, Grey Plover. to finish no later than 12:30 or 13:30 to finish no later than 15:30 Meet: Blue Bell car park, Kilnsea. OS Grid ref: TA Cost: 9.50 (no concessions) Booking essential. Online booking at com and click on what s on. Contact for An 18 mile moderate all on road guided cycle through a picturesque dry valley estate village and wooded lanes. Stopping off at locations associated with the artist David Hockney. Please also read the cycle rides section at the front of the programme for further information before you book this event. Start time: 13:00 Meet: Burnby Hall and Gardens,(just inside the main gates), Pocklington YO42 2QF OS Grid ref. SE Cost: Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) An enjoyable 6 mile, 3 hour walk through beautiful countryside to discover the old Hull to Barnsley railway line and the tunnels carved out of the landscape to aid passage. Refreshments and toilets are available at Drewton s. Start time: 10:30 Meet: Drewton s on the Drewton Estate, South Cave, HU15 2AG. Grid Ref. SE Cost: (Excludes lunch/ refreshments) Adults 2.50, Adults over 60, children and young people under , Family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) Booking essential: please call Mike at Yorkshire Explorer on An eight mile walk around the Wolds near Welton with the Pocklington Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome. Start time:10:00 Meet: Welton Pond. OS Grid Ref. SE Contact A twenty mile walk around the Wolds with the Pocklington Group of the Ramblers. Non members are welcome. Start time:09:00 Meet: Playing Fields, Bishop Wilton. OS Grid Ref. SE Contact

10 19 Arras Wold and Sancton 43 Waders at Paull Tun Dale Trees & Teas Photography Walk Do Anytime Trails 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. A 9 mile walk from Market Weighton along parts of the Hudson Way and Yorkshire Wolds Way to Sancton. Then through the Houghton Estate before returning to the start. There will be a picnic stop along the way so bring a packed lunch. Join Michael Flowers, birdwatching expert, to explore the mudflats and saltmarsh which support birds here all year round. Birds expected are Golden Plover, Curlew, Turnstone, Dunlin, Ringed Plover, Knot, Redshank, Shelduck. If you don t get 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 or from a local retailer. Ale Trail, Hull A guide to the historical Old Town of Hull s traditional pubs and contemporary bars. Old Town Trail, Bridlington. Meet: In the car park opposite the public toilets on Londesborough Road, Market Weighton. OS Grid Ref: SE Contact Rob Lundie for 44 A twelve mile walk in the around Huggate with the Beverley Group of the Ramblers. Non members welcome. Meet: Mill Lane Layby, Huggate. OS Grid Ref: SE Contact for to finish no later than 12:30 or 13:30 to finish no later than 15:30 Meet: Humber Foreshore car park, Paull. OS Grid ref: TA Cost: 9.50 (no concessions) Booking essential: Online booking at com and click on what s on. Contact for Courtesy of Tom Marshall and Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Bring your cameras and join landscape photographer Paul Moon for a 4 mile walk through some spectacular Wolds scenery. Starting at Greenwick Farm, Huggate you ll walk along the beautiful wooded track through Tun Dale and into Frendal Dale, part of the Huggate/Millington Pastures. All photographic abilities are welcome. Fran Pearson at Greenwick Farm will then provide delicious cream teas (charge) to finish off the walk. There are some steep hills but these are optional. Strong footwear necessary. For inspiration please visit paulmoonphotography.co.uk Start time: 13:00 to 17:00 (walk), 17:00 to 18:00 (cream teas) Meet: Greenwick Farm, Huggate YO42 1YR(approx. 1 mile NE of the village). OS Grid Ref: SE Cost: (Excludes refreshments) Adults 5, Adults over Children and young people under Beverley Town Trail The trail depicts 39 medieval guilds and trades and the sculptures are positioned close to their original 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 Guiness Book of Records as Englands 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. The Larkin Trail, Hull Follow Larkin s literary journey taking in places where he lived, worked and visited, and which inspired his poetry. A fascinating trail around the lesser known old town which is a hidden gem full of history, heritage and is often used in films and television productions. Bridlington 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.

11 Malton West Knapton West Heslerton Settringham Wintringham Saxton Muston 31 York East Riding of Yorkshire Walking & Outdoors Festival 21 Westow Norton Wharram le Street London Bainton Map Key National Cycle Trails Tourist Information Centre Kiplincotes Way National Trail Skeffling 38

12 Yorkshire Wolds 23 The 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. Day Rides There are 8 circular day rides (see map) ranging from 14 to 24 miles details are in the free guide available from local Tourist Information Centres our downloadable at www. visithullandeastyorkshire.com. The routes from Beverley, Driffield, Bridlington and Hunmanby start from stations on the Yorkshire Coast railway line. Another starts at Malton Railway Station. Cycle Route A new 150-mile well-signed route around the Yorkshire Wolds, enjoy the ever changing scenery from the dramatic cliffs at Bempton to the rolling hills near Sledmere and the medieval town of Beverley this route has it all - more details from www. visithullandeastyorkshire.com The NCN, York & Hull Cycle Routes Map is available from the Sustrans online shop and local Tourist Information Centres. This route uses sections of the challenging 170-mile coast to-coast Way of the Roses Cycle Route between Bridlington and Morecambe. Visit for more information. The Yorkshire Wolds and the Way of the Roses Cycle Routes are part of the National Cycle Network. For more National Cycle Network information, including the North Sea Cycle Route in East Yorkshire visit Walking in the Yorkshire Wolds can be as easy or as demanding as you like, all in magnificent scenery. View 300 route choices for walking, cycling and horse rides. Visit Day Walks There s a wide range of circular walks on and around the. New to walking? Try a Trail walks from Welton, Market Weighton, Thixendale and Settrington sample short sections of the Way 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. The Way National Trail is a 79-mile well way-marked route traversing the full extent of the Yorkshire Wolds between Hessle on the Humber Estuary and Filey on Yorkshire s North Sea coast, both of which can be reached by train. Pick up one of the new Tracker Packs designed for families to enjoy a short walk along the Way. Including maps, games and challenges to ensure a great day out. They can be hired from Beverley, Filey, Humber Bridge and Malton Tourist Information Centres. Chalkland Way and Minster Way The Chalkland Way is a waymarked 40-mile circular walk from the pleasant small town of Pocklington up onto the western escarpment of the. There are buses to Pocklington from Hull, York, Malton, Beverley and Driffield. Pocklington, Market Weighton and Beverley are Walkers are Welcome towns. The Minster Way is also waymarked along its 50-miles between the impressive Minsters of Beverley and York. It crosses the chalk hills of the Yorkshire 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. YORK Vale of Pickering Key to Routes Stamford Bridge Vale of York Malton/Norton 3 Pocklington Market Weighton Way of the Roses Cycle Route Cycle Route Sledmere Trans Pennine Trail 4 5 Big Skies Bike Rides Rail Links 2 Driffield 1 Hunmanby 6 Yorkshire Coast Line railway Beverley 8 7 Bridlington Holderness Bridlington Bay Hornsea Key to Routes Way of the Roses Cycle Route Flamborough Headland Heritage Coast 66 Cycle Route Trans Pennine Trail NORTH SEA Big Skies Bike Rides Rail Links More National Cycle Network information, including the North Sea Cycle Route in East Yorkshire (part of EuroVelo Route 12) from YORK Stamford Bridge Vale of York Vale of Pickering Malton/Norton Pocklington Market Weighton Sledmere Driffield Hunmanby Yorkshire Coast Line railway Beverley Holderness Flamborough Headland Heritage Coast Bridlington Bridlington Bay Hornsea NORTH SEA York Key to Routes East Riding of Yorkshire London Way Chalkland Way Minster Way Try a Trails Rail Links Selby HULL Selby HULL Hessle River Humber Hessle River Humber East Coast Mainline railway 10 km 6 miles Ferry to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge Spurn Heritage Coast East Coast Mainline railway 10 km 6 miles Ferry to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge Spurn Heritage Coast