North Yorkshire Moors Scenic Drive: Heritage, Views & Villages

Experience the best of North Yorkshire’s stunning landscapes with this circular driving route through the North York Moors National Park. Begin near Scarborough and venture westward into rolling heather moorland, passing through charming villages like Goathland, famous for its television and rail heritage, and Newton-on-Rawcliffe. The route weaves along picturesque B roads and quiet country lanes, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the moors, dramatic valleys, and patchwork farmland. Discover iconic spots such as Hole of Horcum, a legendary natural amphitheatre, and stop at viewpoints ideal for photos or a peaceful break. En route, you’ll pass close to Pickering, with its historic castle and heritage steam railway, and journey through forests and high ground where wildlife and wildflowers abound in season. Picturesque market towns blend with peaceful hamlets, while every turn reveals another scene worth savoring. Perfect for a relaxed day out with opportunities for short walks and memorable picnics amid Yorkshire’s most beautiful scenery.

Author	Travel mode	Distance	Duration	Countries	Download
Nick Carthew / AH	Driving	238.8km (23📍)	4:31	🇬🇧	GPX, KML