Walks Around Huggate

Explore the Yorkshire Wolds on foot β€” from the doorstep of The Hen Run. Click any map to view it full size.

Huggate sits at the heart of some of the finest walking country in the Yorkshire Wolds. The Yorkshire Wolds Way passes directly through the village, and the surrounding dry valleys and rolling chalk hills offer beautiful routes for all abilities. Below are three popular walks you can start straight from the site.

Footpaths around Huggate walk map

Footpaths Around Huggate

A local footpath network exploring the fields and lanes immediately surrounding the village β€” ideal for a short leg-stretch or an evening stroll. Suitable for all the family.

πŸ₯Ύ Easy ⏱ 1–2 hrs πŸ“ 3–5 miles
Huggate Dry Valleys walk map

Huggate Dry Valleys

A wonderful walk exploring the characteristic dry valleys carved into the chalk landscape of the Wolds. The valleys are unique to this part of Yorkshire and make for dramatic, peaceful walking.

πŸ₯Ύ Moderate ⏱ 2–3 hrs πŸ“ 5–7 miles
Huggate to Fridaythorpe circular walk map

Huggate–Fridaythorpe Circular

A circular route linking Huggate with the neighbouring village of Fridaythorpe, passing through open Wolds countryside with wide-ranging views. A great half-day walk with a pub stop at either end.

πŸ₯Ύ Moderate ⏱ 2–3 hrs πŸ“ 6–8 miles
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More Walks Around Huggate

Discover more routes on Komoot β€” GPS tracks, trail ratings, photos and detailed descriptions for walks of all abilities across the Yorkshire Wolds.

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Places to Visit

Make the most of your stay β€” from the pub next door to historic houses and galleries, there's plenty to explore within easy reach of Huggate.

Wolds Inn, Huggate

A highly rated traditional pub right next to the site β€” log fires, real ales and hearty food. No need to drive.

Adjacent to site

Rachael's Tea Room, Huggate

A charming local tea room a short stroll from the site, perfect for afternoon tea after a morning walk.

Short walk

Robert Fuller Gallery, Thixendale

A world-renowned wildlife artist's gallery in a beautiful Wolds valley village. Live nest cams and stunning artwork.

β‰ˆ 6 miles

Wharram Percy Medieval Village

A fascinating deserted medieval village in a secluded dry valley β€” one of the most studied in England.

β‰ˆ 8 miles

Burnby Hall Gardens, Pocklington

Beautiful Edwardian gardens famous for their National Collection of hardy water lilies. CafΓ© and gift shop on site.

β‰ˆ 7 miles

Madhyamaka Buddhist Centre

Peaceful retreat centre set in beautiful grounds near Pocklington, with a lakeside walk and tearoom open to all.

β‰ˆ 7 miles

Sledmere House & Gardens

A stunning Georgian country house with beautiful gardens, parkland and the famous Sledmere Waggoners' Memorial.

β‰ˆ 8 miles

York

Historic city with world-class attractions, the Shambles and York Minster β€” a perfect day out from the site.

β‰ˆ 22 miles Β· 35 min