River Foss – Wildlife and History

River Foss, history, wildlife and conservation walk organised by the River Foss Society. Location: meet at Huntington All Saints Church (car parking available) Time: 10:30 Duration: 2 miles, 1.5 hours One of the many walks put on by York Walking festival, more information at: https://www.itravelyork.info/yorkwalkingfestival

Bat Walk

See and hear our most common bat species which live and feed in the grounds of the university campus. The walk is easy to moderate and suitable for wheelchair users and many with mobility issues. There are steps along the route but there are alternate ramps available. There are some short parts of the walkContinue reading "Bat Walk"

Wildwatch Walk – St Nicks

A weekly walk looking at the wildlife to be found within this popular local nature reserve. Location: meet at St Nicholas Fields Nature Reserve, Environment Centre Gate, Rawdon Avenue. Time: 10:00 Duration: 1 to 1.5 miles, 2 hours This is one of the many walks put on by York Walking festival, more information at: https://www.itravelyork.info/yorkwalkingfestival

Urban River Foss Walk

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

Rawcliffe Lake

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"

A Walk Through 1000 Trees

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"