Walking and rambling in York
If you're planning on staying at YHA York,, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area...
Nordic walking social walk from YHA York
Overview
Saturday 19th September 2026
Distance: 3 miles (4.8 km)
Duration: 2 hours
Led by: Hamish Willis, British Nordic Walking National Trainer
Skills and confidence
This easy walk around Clifton Ings will be both a social walk and an introduction to Nordic Walking. The distance is short to give time for an introduction to the benefits and technique of Nordic Walking, which is between 20-40% more effective than just walking. However, the better the technique the better the results!
Nordic walking poles will be available for free hire for the walk.
There is a choice of either the morning or afternoon session.
This walk has passed.
This is in partnership with YHA's Festival of Walking - view other social walks.
What makes it special
- A chance to try Nordic Walking for free
- Have a full body work out without realising you are doing it
- Free cuppa and cake at the finish
Date and time
Saturday 19th September 2026
Start: Morning session 10:30am, afternoon session 1:30pm
Starting point: YHA York
Price
It’s free to sign up for this event. We’re encouraging participants to make a voluntary donation to support our Breaks Programme, helping groups of young people and families facing challenging circumstances to access life-changing adventures in our hostels.
Hostels nearby
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