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Goathland Moors Circular

Goathland, North Yorkshire · Yorkshire and the Humber

Quick answer

The Goathland Moors Circular is a 6-mile walk from the North York Moors village of Goathland, crossing open heather moorland and descending to the Mallyan Spout waterfall. Note 3 stiles on this route. Heather peaks in late August.

Walk route

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Distance

6 miles

Time

2h - 2h 40m

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Difficulty

Moderate

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Off-lead

Yes

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Stiles

3

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Parking

Available

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Nearest pub

The Goathland Hotel

About this walk

A classic North York Moors circular walk from the famous Heartbeat village of Goathland. The route crosses open heather moorland before descending into the wooded valley of Eller Beck, with its series of waterfalls. Stunning purple heather in August makes this one of Yorkshire's most photogenic dog walks.

Walk highlights

  • Heather moorland in August
  • Mallyan Spout waterfall
  • Steam railway views
  • Heartbeat filming locations

Terrain

🌿Moorland🌳Woodland🏞Riverside

🗓 Seasonal notes

August heather is unmissable. Winter can be harsh with ice on moorland paths -- check conditions before setting out.

🅿️ Parking

Free parking in Goathland village

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