Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park
Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park
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Hole of Horcum & Skelton Tower loop — North York Moors National Park
03:14
11.6km
220m
Hiking
Embark on a moderate hike through the North York Moors National Park, covering 7.2 miles (11.6 km) with an elevation gain of 712 feet (217 metres). This loop typically takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes to complete, leading you through a diverse landscape of open moorland, woodlands, and fields.…
Last updated: April 23, 2026
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1.44 km
Hole of Horcum Bridleway
Highlight • Natural Monument
Tip by
5.72 km
Skelton Tower Viewpoint
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
8.33 km
Stream Near Hole of Horcum
Highlight • Trail
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11.6 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.98 km
2.85 km
2.43 km
1.26 km
< 100 m
Surfaces
6.32 km
2.55 km
2.33 km
308 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
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Trail Reviews
The Hole of Horcum is one of the most popular walks in the North York Moors. ‘The Hole’ is 400 feet deep and a circular walk to Levisham returns through the ‘The Hole’. This walk is different to most walks; you start at the highest elevation and walk down, before returning to the starting point at the top. There are spectacular views along this walk. The start of the walk skirts the The Hole of Horcum ridge and slowly ventures on a decline. The walk boasts a variety of moorland, woodland and fields. The walking route is well maintained but can become boggy after rainfall.
Interesting walk with heather, ferns, trees, pasture and wild streams. The hike was suggested by Komoot as a highlight for the region. Surely you could/should make a real round trip out of it. Due to the strong wind, it was a bit uncomfortable in the first part of the hike. In the full heather blossom it must be a visual delight, so there was still some color missing in many places. Overall, however, a nice and recommendable tour.