Chop Gate – Carlton Bank Circuit long-distance-holiday We then follow the forestry

We then follow the forestry paths along Newton Banks to Farwath

From here we cut across Goathland Moor to the ancient burial mound at Two Howes

Distance: 26 miles

Experience some of the most stunning views across the Vale of York and the Yorkshire Dales

before encountering the famous 199 steps up to St Mary’s Church and Whitby Abbey

Chop Gate – Carlton Bank Circuit long-distance-holiday We then follow the forestryThis picturesque route and a favourite with Walk Yorkshire guides starts and finishes at Chop Gate village hall (PostcodeTS97JW). Meet at the village hall at 10am for a 10. 30 start. This is a 9 mile (15km) circular route taking between 4 5 hours and starts with a nice 257m climb up Trennet Bank, the trail then levels out and heads off along the bridleway to Barkers Ridge. From here we can see Carlton Bank to the front and the amazing views across the