IMPORTANT: Mulgrave woods is a working woodland and is only open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. and is closed for all of May.
Distance: 5km 3.1 miles
Elevation: 65m. Long steady walk through wide well surfaced tracks. Steps and more challenging paths on the approach to the old castle.
Kids will love: Discovering a hidden ancient castle hidden deep in the woods, collecting sticks, playing hide and seek in the old castle. Nice flat grass area within castle for a picnic.
Pushchairs? Most of the way yes, maybe carry for the castle bit.
Parking: Pay-and-display car park – East Row YO21 3SY
Facilities: Public toilets on the sea front see map above.
Costs: 4 hours £4.40, 6 hours £5 all day £7
Dogs: Yes dogs are allowed.
Link with: Fill the rest of your day on Sandsend Beach or explore Whitby
Page category: Things to do with kids North York Moors Family walks