Distance: 3.25 miles (each way)
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The walk from Goathland to Grosmont is a popular one among visitors to the area. It is generally quite accessible, although involves a short ascent when nearing arrival at Grosmont.

From the centre of Goathland village (1), head onto Beck Hole Road, and after passing the car park, turn left at the gates which lead onto the 'rail trail' public footpath. Once on the path, continue for 2.5 miles.

After passing a small group of homes at Esk Valley, a gravel track takes the path alongside the railway line.

Once arriving at a large gate preventing further progress, the footpath continues via a gate on the left (2), and along a short section on flat terrain before the path ascends up a hill, partially via a set of steps. At the top of the steps is a viewpoint overlooking the Grosmont engine shed (3).

On reaching the next gate, Grosmont station will be visible from the top of the hill (4). To continue the route into the station, turn right, and then go through a further gate on the left to begin the short - but steep - descent into the village, passing St Matthew's church to the right.

For those wishing to exprience a ride on one of the region's steam engines, there's always the option to walk the route one way, and jump on a train back to Goathland for the return leg of the journey*! (*Check timetables for information on services.)