Local recommendations Keldy

Take your pick from our top pubs and restaurants close to the forest to get a taste of the local.
 
Cappleman’s Fish & Chips
The award-winning Cappleman’s Fish & Chips do traditional fish and chips to eat in or take away, plus home-made desserts, ice creams and sundaes.
17-minute drive
 
Figaro’s Italian
20-minute drive
 
Fortune Inn Cantonese
Enjoy authentic cantonese food just a short drive away at Fortune Inn Cantonese.
16-minute drive
 
The Black Swan and The White Swan Inns
Two of the best dog-friendly pubs on Pickering Marketplace, across the road from each other.
Pubs and restaurants
Beyond the forest, discover the sights, sounds and tastes of Yorkshire.
 
 
Cedarbarn | 19-minute drive
Bit of a foodie? Cedarbarn is an award-winning farm shop and café.
 
North Yorkshire Moors Railway | 16-minute drive
Try the North Yorkshire Moors Railway experience and travel all the way to the coast by steam train.
Places to visit
Cinder Track | 33.8km or 11.3km
This famous route follows along the old Whitby to Scarborough railway line is a glorious 33.8km hike. For a shorter day trip, take the 11.3km section from Whitby to Ravenscar, where you’ll find smugglers coves, sea views and natural beauty.
 
 
Cleveland Way | various distances
Bask in some of Yorkshire’s most beautiful scenery on the stunning Cleveland Way walking route. Stretching over 175km from the delightful market town of Helmsley to the Victorian seaside destination, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, the dramatic landscapes of both moorland and coastline are guaranteed to take your breath away. Only half an hour from our cabins and a favourite of our Forest Ranger. Don’t forget your camera!
 
 
Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey | 11.3km
Helmsley to Rievaulx Abbey gives you glorious views of Helmsley Forest and the Yorkshire landscape. This 11.3km walk climbs gently from Helmsley, taking in beautiful views of the town and castle. It continues into the woods, carpeted by bluebells in the spring, to the beautiful abbey ruins at Rievaulx. Heading back, the views of the abbey from Rievaulx Terrace are breath-taking.
 
 
Howdale Moor and Brow Moor | 6.4km
The 6.4km circular is another, shorter, coast and moorland walk, where you may spot birds of prey over Flyingdale Moor.
 
 
Newtondale Trail | 22.5km or 9.7km
For a more challenging walk, the Newtondale trail is a 22.5km hike, with a rewarding vista over the dales. There’s also a 9.7km circular route through Newtondale, where you might catch the whistle and steam of a train on the North York Moors Railway.
 
 
Ravenscar to Robin Hood's Bay | 17.7km
An 17.7km moorland-to-coast walk is Ravenscar to Robin Hood's Bay – take a break at Boggle Hole for some rock-pooling.
 
 
Roseberry Topping & Cook's Monument | 11.3km
Take a scenic drive through the North York Moors to Roseberry Topping, known locally as the ‘Yorkshire Matterhorn’ to begin this 11.3km circular walk. It includes a strenuous climb that’s well worth it! Look south from the summit to heather-clad moors; look north to the contrasting industrial landscape of Middlesbrough and Redcar. The walk also takes in Cook’s Monument, another of Yorkshire’s iconic landmarks.
 
 
Rosedale Trail | 4.8km
Try the Rosedale trail, a 4.8km loop with views of Rosedale, Hartoft Valley and the distant moors. A longer 16km loop offers more great views and a variety of landscapes.
 
 
Dalby Forest walks | various distances
For walks in Dalby Forest, take the moderate Bridestones Trail, with natural sandstone sculptures along the way. Meet the wildlife on the more demanding Deepdale Habitat Trail and savour the sweeping views over the Moors on the 7.5km Woodcock Way. The Visitor Centre at Dalby Forest is a great place to start and here you can pick up details of the many walks, as well as enjoying some refreshments.
 
 
North York Moors National Park | various distances
Looking to make it a day out? Take the 6.4km circular walk connecting the moorland villages of Hutton le Hole and Lastingham, and visit the open-air Ryedale Folk Museum at Hutton.
  • For a riverside ramble, Thornton-le-dale to Ellerburn is hard to beat.
  • Take the 3.2km walk in the heart of Little Beck wood to discover the enchanting Falling Foss waterfall.
  • For a more challenging hike, take the Wainstones 12.9km route end enjoy views of the whole of the moors spread out before you.
Long distance cycling routes around North Yorkshire
National Route 1 takes in the coast from Whitby down to Scarborough, along the Cinder Track while Route 165 runs through the beautiful Esk Valley.
 
 
North York Moors cycling trails
Tackle the 26.5mile Bransdale Loop, or the nine-mile Spaunton Manor Circuit which passes by local villages and plenty of country pubs.
Bring your furry friend on an adventure and explore one of the many forest trails, where acres of woodland and country roads make a great spot for a scamper.
 
 
Newtondale
Offering one of the best dog walks in North Yorkshire, this six-mile circular route includes quiet lanes and woodland walks with several steep slopes. For off lead dog walks in Yorkshire, you'll be pleased to hear that parts of the area cross paths with Forestry England open access land where your pup can roam as long as they’re in view and under control.
 
The North Yorkshire Moors Railway runs parallel with Newtondale so you might hear the distant whistling of an oncoming train too.
 
 
North Yorkshire Steam Railway
A short 15 minute drive from your cabin, discover the North Yorkshire Steam Railway. Dogs are welcome aboard standard coaches (except dining trains) providing they are well behaved, settled under tables or seats and not obstructing the walkway.
 
A doggy ticket can be purchased for just £3 and the train stops at many tourist hotspots including Whitby Abbey and Robin Hood’s Bay. All aboard!
Dog-walking trails

Take a trip through the trees, full of adventure! Save 10% on your Go Ape experience when you stay with us, including on Saturdays. 
 
Look out for our emails with offers and activities to book before your stay – they'll include your unique discount code. Go Ape Dalby Forest is a 40-minute drive away, where you can experience:

  • Go Ape Tree Top Challenge | from £36
  • Go Ape Tree Top Adventure | from £20
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