Route: Sledmere
Area: East and North Yorkshire
Date of walk: 6th August 2013
Walkers: Andrew
Distance: 12.2 miles
Ascent: 900 feet
My walk started in the village of Sledmere, and I followed the quiet lane for about 2 miles as far as Kirby Grindalythe, crossing the boundary from East Yorkshire to North Yorkshire as I did so. There were long views over the rolling Wolds countryside
I then followed a path through fields to the quiet village of West Lutton, and then back over farmland to Sledmere
Before returning to the car, I decided to explore the grounds of Sledmere House, home to the Sykes family for generations. This added another two miles or so to the walk, but it was a pleasure walking round the beautiful estate, home to a herd of 200 or so red deer
My only regret was not having more time to explore the house and gardens, but that can be rectified another day. What a wonderful place!
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At the start of the walk - the Sykes family excel in memorials
Here’s another one, just a few yards away
The quiet lane out of Sledmere leading to Kirby Grindalythe. The only traffic I encountered was a couple of riders on horseback
Classic Wolds countryside
There were hundreds of butterflies along the way - a Peacock
Crossing the county boundary from East to North
I arrive in the attractive village of Kirby Grindalythe
Approaching West Lutton
St Marys Church West Lutton - one of the many churches built by the Sykes family
The track out of West Lutton
Thirkleby Wold
This photo is for young George, who loves his tractors
Not far to Sledmere from here
My goal is between the posts - literally
Sledmere House
Entering Sylvia’s Grove. The park was designed by Capability Brown
The Deer House
Hello Deer
The males are separated from the females, but the rutting season is not far off and it will soon be party time
Back in Sledmere village, The Triton Inn was closed, but much needed refreshment was available at the nearby estate cafe
