Yorkshire Wolds Way
A 5-8-day walk through a landscape of rounded hills and flower-filled hedgerows, with map, guidebook, cosy accommodation and daily luggage transfers included.
Yorkshire Wolds Way
https://www.contours.co.uk/yorkshire-wolds-way
A walking holiday from Hessle in the south along the Yorkshire Wolds to Filey in the north.
From £540 per person
The Yorkshire Wolds Way travels through a tranquil corner of England that has remained largely unchanged for centuries. This landscape of softly rounded chalk hills and flower-filled hedgerows is alive with butterflies, birds, and villages nestled in wooded dells.
Between England’s most famous deserted medieval village at Wharram Percy, views across the Humber Bridge to the towers of Lincoln Cathedral, and the quaint seaside resort of Filey, there’s plenty to catch your attention on this peaceful walking holiday.
Crossing the Yorkshire countryside from the foot of the Humber Bridge to the crumbling cliffs of Filey.
Visiting Yorkshire pubs for a well-earned taste of local ale, including the Wold Top Brewery, which sits on the trail near Hunmanby.
Catching a glimpse of the looming North York Moors over the Vale of Pickering.
| Code | Tour | Duration | Price per person | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YWW1 | From Hessle to Filey | 5 days walking | £540 | |
| YWW3 | From Hessle to Filey | 7 days walking | £720 | |
| YWW4 | From Hessle to Filey | 8 days walking | £810 |
Please note that extensive works along the banks of the Humber River (between Hessle and North Ferriby) will see this stage of the Yorkshire Wolds Way hiking route closed to the public - it is forecast to reopen at the end of Summer 2019.
After visiting the Humber Bridge at the start of the trail you will need to catch a bus or train from Hessle to North Ferriby to avoid this path closure where you can continue your walk from North Ferriby town. This will reduce the walking distance on the first day by approx. 3.5 miles (5.5km). The cost of this transport is not included in the holiday cost.
Travel to Hessle where your first night's accommodation has been booked
Hessle to North Newbald. 18 miles (29km)
North Newbald to Millington. 15 miles (24km)
Millington to Thixendale. 12.5 miles (20km)
Thixendale to West Heslerton. 14.5 miles (23km)
West Heslerton to Filey. 19 miles (30km)
Depart from Filey after breakfast
This itinerary lists our preferred overnight stops for this tour. Sometimes there may be a shortage of available accommodation in a preferred location, in which case we will transfer you from the trail to your accommodation and back again at no extra charge. Overnight stops marked with a (T) will always require transfers as standard.
The daily mileages quoted are average trail miles only and do not include the distance from the trail to your accommodation. We do not expect you to have to walk more than a mile from the trail to your accommodation; should your accommodation be further than this, transfers will be provided as standard.
Below are the additional costs that may apply depending on your requirements. Dog friendly tours are subject to a Daily Dog Charge, which will be listed below if applicable. Our standard prices per person are based upon two people sharing a room; if you are walking on your own, or are part of a group but require a room of your own, then the Solo Walker or Single Supplements apply respectively:
A note about transfersYou can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
You can add rest days at any of the overnight stops:
To find out more about the weather forecast for your chosen holiday's general location, please see the following websites:
“I loved it. A new part of Yorkshire for me and I thought it was beautiful. The way-marking on this route is so good you would have to try quite hard to get lost! I have now been booking with Contours most years since about 2000 and I have always had good service. I tell other walkers I meet how good it is.”Dr Bailey, UK
“Walking was very enjoyable and directions to and from accommodation were clear. Very good accommodation and well posted trail made this an excellent experience. We feel your service has been excellent and your package for walking very informative.”Miss Morton, UK
“Everything went exactly to plan.”Mrs Oldham, UK
“The whole experience was one we thoroughly enjoyed and the Contours arrangements too away all the hassle associated with organising such a walking holiday. The walking maps, detailed instructions, accommodation arrangements and general travel information all helped to enrich the experience and enabled us to concentrate on enjoying the walk.”Mr Callister, Australia
“Yorkshire Wolds route itself is fantastic. Thoroughly enjoyed the route. Some sharp, nasty climbs but well signposted. Going through an area I grew up.”Mrs Jones, UK
“We enjoyed the holiday very much.”Mr Linick, UK
“Thoroughly enjoyable walk in beautiful well kept countryside. To be recommended.”Mr Collings, UK
“Was wonderful, exceeded my expectations. Excellent pre trip communications and support. Very happy with travel pack and accommodation. Excellent value for money.”Ms Glenn, Australia
“Well organised. Very signposted, gentle walk in very pleasant countryside.”Mr Robinson, UK