The Fairfax Arms – Lower Fish Pond loop from Gilling

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The Fairfax Arms – Lower Fish Pond loop from Gilling

Moderate

4.5

(2)

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The Fairfax Arms – Lower Fish Pond loop from Gilling

02:11

8.09km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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69 m

The Fairfax Arms

Highlight • Other

2.69 km

Lower Fish Pond

Highlight • Natural

This is one fabulous place to be: a very picturesque and beautiful little lake, with little piers on its banks in a few places. The tracks and paths around it …

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3.72 km

Higher Fish Pond, Yearsley Woods

Highlight • Natural

This is a lovely little lake in Yearsley Woods to walk to.

Note, all the maps I've seen show two ponds here - however, only this one remains in reality; …

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4.62 km

View of Gilling Castle from The Avenue

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

From The Avenue, you have a great view of Gilling Castle at its end, but I am afraid there is no access to the grounds: get as close as you …

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7.92 km

Ryedale Miniature Railway and Gilling Village Hall

Highlight • Rest Area

This is quite a gem. In this tiny village, there is a miniature railway where, on certain Sundays, you can ride on the little trains between Easter and autumn. Great …

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8.09 km

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