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Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Colburn

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United Kingdom

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Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Richmondshire

Colburn

Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Colburn

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Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Colburn

05:08

18.9km

250m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 14, 2026

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.46 km

Park along the River Swale, which includes the former (until 2013) headquarters of the Richmondshire District Council.
The park was also the site of an annual music festival, Richmond Live, until 2019.

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6.84 km

Richmond Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Standing proudly on a tall rocky outcrop above the River Swale, Richmond Castle is one of the oldest Norman fortresses in Britain. The castle was constructed from 1071 onwards following the Norman Conquest of England. The site is managed by English Heritage.

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7.05 km

Richmond Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Referred to as the jewel in the heart of North Yorkshire, the picturesque town of Richmond is renowned for breathtaking beauty that has inspired painters and poets for centuries. Boasting a fine example of a Norman castle, Georgian architecture, a traditional cobbled market place, the beautiful River Swale, and with plenty of museums, cafes, and restaurants, there is plenty for you to explore here.

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7.35 km

View of Richmond Castle from the River Swale Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

From the bridge over the River Swale there is a wonderful view of Richmond Castle.

The castle is a Norman Fortress, built to keep in check 'the rebellious North' in 1086. It is the most well-preserved Norman castle in England following restoration in the 19th century.

The castle is open to the public, for more information visit the website
english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richmond-castle

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7.78 km

View of Richmond Castle from Low Bank Wood

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just outside Richmond, this is a lovely wood for a short stroll with the family or a beginning of a longer walk. From the path running alongside the river, there are truly terrific views of the Richmond Castle.

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9.38 km

Hudswell Woods

Highlight • Viewpoint

Hudswell Woods is a wonderful area to walk through. Near Richmond, it's pretty much accessible to just about anyone who can walk. Very green, beautiful flowery meadows in the spring and summer. There is also a small rounded hill, Round Howe, at the eastern end of the woods. Enjoy your stroll!

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12.2 km

Throstle Gill Wood

Forest

18.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.45 km

4.44 km

2.22 km

1.43 km

702 m

691 m

Surfaces

7.11 km

3.50 km

3.02 km

2.46 km

1.66 km

1.17 km

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (90 m)

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Saturday 11 July

22°C

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Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Colburn

Richmond Bridge and Riverbank

The Station

The Batts Park

Richmond Castle

Richmond Town Centre

View of Richmond Castle from the River Swale Bridge

View of Richmond Castle from Low Bank Wood

Hudswell Woods

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