Footpaths Maintained by Market Weighton Town Council
1. Towthorpe Footpath. From the West side of the former bridge on York Road leading North across the former York to Market Weighton railway to Towthorpe Lane at a point south of Towthorpe Farm.
2. The Monkey Run. From North of the former level crossing on Londesborough Road, leads East behind the former station then North to Goodmanham Road.
3. Mutton Footpath. From the North end of Springdale Road leads North across the railway junction of Drilled and Beverley lines and then North East along the West side of Drilled line then under the railway to join Red Lane near the junction with Goodmanham Road at Old Mill House.
4. From Scotts Croft leads South West along the East side of Weighton Beck to River Lane almost opposite river Head Farm.
5. From South West side of River Lane at River head along South East bank of Market Weighton canal to the Holme on Spalding Moor Parish boundary.
6. Common Footpath. From South end of Hawling Road leads South to River Lane.
7. From the junction of Humber Street and Wold Road leads South to the South Cave road at Gaufer Hill.
8. Station Parade. From Londesborough Road, North of the Church leads South to Market Place opposite Holme Road.
9. From Goodmanham Parish boundary North of Arras Reservoir leads South East to Arras.
10. From York - Beverley Road East of entrance to Arras Reservoir leads South to the Sancton Parish boundary and joins Footpath One.
11. From Market Weighton - Cliff Road South of Crossfield Farm leads East then South to Sancton Parish boundary joining Footpath Seven.
12. From Goodmanham Parish boundary on Footpath Seven leads West along the disused railway line to junction with Footpath Three.
Walkers are Welcome
On 20th March 2008 Market Weighton became the first accredited Walkers are Welcome town in the East Riding. The brand is part of a national movement to raise the profile of great places to walk in Britain. This recognition has attracted more walkers to the area, and is encouraging more residents to take advantage of the terrific access to the local countryside. Three hundred and sixty seven people signed a petition to seek the accreditation, which had formal endorsement from the Town Council and East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Cllr Hanson, Chair of the Working Party said:
"Market Weighton is a walker's paradise. Offering a good variety of short circular walks and longer linear walks Market Weighton is an ideal base for both regular walkers and those wishing to explore the countryside without using too much energy on the excellent network of disused railway tracks. Walking is fun, not fattening and free, so everyone can take part."
To maintain the Walkers are Welcome town status, the Working Party is working closely with local businesses and walking groups to establish the brand, raise the profile of walking and the amenities Market Weighton has to offer walkers.
The Working Party has decided to hold a walking festival over the weekend of 18th/19th of October and individuals and groups from neighboring villages and towns will be encouraged to attend. People will be able to camp overnight, on a suitable site near the town centre. In addition to walking a choice of musical entertainment will be provided at venues in the town.
For those undertaking the longer walks the Market Weighton Community bus Winnie can be booked to drop walkers off at starting points away from the town.
On the Sunday of the festival weekend there will be a treasure hunt and BBQ to encourage younger walkers. Details of the October event and other walking related activities in and around Market Weighton will be available soon, so watch this space!
www.walkersarewelcome.org.uk
Market Weighton Walkers are Welcome Website:
www.weightonwalkers.org.uk
Walking, Cycling and Riding
Because of Market Weighton's position at the edge of the Wolds, it is within easy reach of the many public footpaths and rights of way to be found in the East Riding of Yorkshire. These include two long distance footpaths, the Yorkshire Wolds Way and the Minster Way, and the shorter Hudson Way. The National Cycle Network - Route 66 also passes through the town.
W@lking the Riding
With almost 1,000 miles (over 1500 km) of public rights of way in the East Riding this complex web of footpaths, bridleway's and byways is available for public enjoyment. It offers the most significant opportunity for relaxation and makes a major contribution to health and welfare through healthy recreation and exercise.
Visit the East Riding of Yorkshire Council's W@lking the Riding for further details.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust - Website: www.wildlifetrusts.org
Minster Way