York Walking Festival

A look at the wildlife and history of the River Foss as it passes through the city centre, ending at The Blue Bridge. There will be some steps. Location: meet beside the River Foss on Foss Islands Road at the junction with Peaseholme Green and Layerthorpe Time: 10:30 Duration: 1 mile, 1.5 hours Please bookContinue reading "Urban River Foss Walk"

Rawcliffe Lake Walk A walk around Rawcliffe Lake looking at the wildlife and scenery along the route. The route is surfaced without steps and is wheelchair accessible. Organized by iTravel York (City of York Council).  To reach the lake take bus 6 going towards Clifton Moor and get off at the Lakeside Primary School busContinue reading "Rawcliffe Lake Walk"

Discover the 1000 UK varieties of trees in the Modern section of York Cemetery with Friends of York Cemetery. Donations welcome. Telephone 01904 610578 for more information. Location: meet at Harriet Centre, York Cemetery Time: 14:00 Duration: 1.5 miles, 1.5 to 2 hours This is one of the many  walks put on by York WalkingContinue reading "A Walk Through 1000 Trees"