Welburn to Castle Howard walk.

Photographically, this is a varied walk with lakes and timeless classical architecture set into the Castle Howard parkland. Also, woodland views and views across open fields to Welburn village, which is itself very photogenic.

Park on the side of the road, just before Welburn village. The way is signposted from this spot. Walk down the field track, then up the hill towards the wood. The way is signposted here where two paths cross. The path you want turns left, along the top of a field, but if you make a small detour turning right (down into the wood) there is a massive lone standing oak and then a ruined cottage in the wood. Retrace your steps to the signpost and then follow the other path along the top of the field, then through the wood, turning left at the monument. About half a mile on, take a right turn at the signpost towards Castle Howard. From now on you can see the various landmarks such as the bridge over the lake, the Mausoleum and the Temple, which will guide your way.

To see a detailed OS map, click on this link ( http://www.streetmap.co.uk/map.srf?X=472612&Y=468977&A=Y&Z=115 ) or use O.S map Explorer 300, Grid ref: SE681844. About 25 minutes from York along the main road A64. A 4-6 mile walk depending which path you take.