Hell Wath Nature Trail
Wander down Hell Wath path in Ripon, along the River Skell, through woodland glade, meadows and hedgerows.
Hell Wath Nature Trail
Wander down Hell Wath path in Ripon, along the River Skell, through woodland glade, meadows and hedgerows.
Hell Wath Nature Trail
Paul Harris
Hell Wath Nature Trail

Wander down Hell Wath path in Ripon, along the River Skell, through woodland glade, meadows and hedgerows.

Wander down Hell Wath path in Ripon, along the River Skell, through woodland glade, meadows and hedgerows. Peer into ponds, scramble over woods and look out for the remains of a First World War camp in the woods too.

The Hell Wath nature trail has been clearly waymarked so you can decide which route and direction to take.

Information
Parking Parking
Dog Walking Dog Walking

Additional Information

Accessible Toilets Toilets
No toilet facilities available on the route. The nearest public/accessible toilets are in Ripon city centre or Studley Royal Deer Park.
Is This Right For You Is This Right For You?
This walk follows bridleways and footpaths through parkland. The terrain is fairly easy walking and mostly flat. There are a variety of different paths and routes which have been clearly waymarked so you can decide which route and direction to take. The route is not accessible for wheelchairs, pushchairs and mobility vehicles, as it includes steps and some rough terrain. A mix of dirt and grassy paths, some uneven, with some stony sections and steps up and down. The paths can get muddy during wet weather and some sections are close to the river.
Route Length Route Length
Approx 1 mile (1.6km) - but varies depending on routes taken.
Route Time Route Time
Varies depending on paths taken.
Parking Parking
Limited roadside parking available. Please park considerately.
Dog Walking Dog Walking
Please be a responsible dog owner. Keep your dog on a lead at all times, especially around livestock and on the moor, where there are ground nesting birds. From March to July, use a short lead. Remember to clean up after your dog.
Refreshments Refreshments
No refreshments facilities available on the route but a variety close by in and around Ripon.

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