Drewton Dale and Little Wold Plantation from South Cave
East Yorkshire
South Cave sits at the foot of the southern Yorkshire Wolds where dogs need a lead on the signed Drewton Estate land and past game bird pens, on the line of the Yorkshire Wolds Way, with a string of steep dry valleys behind it. This 9.9km circuit from the village climbs through Little Wold Plantation, a woodland above the village with a poetry bench along the way, then drops through Comber Dale into Drewton Dale. It crosses a bridge over a disused railway line and Drewton Beck, passes through the Drewton Estate and returns to the village by Austin's Dale. There are steep climbs in and out of the dales, around 180 metres in total, on woodland paths, grassy dale bottoms and field edges that get muddy after rain, with a couple of stiles and some awkward gates to negotiate.
This dog friendly walk has plenty of woodland for a dog to explore, and a dog with good recall can have some freedom in Little Wold Plantation and the dales, with Drewton Beck for a drink. Signs ask for dogs to be on a lead while crossing Drewton Estate land, and there are game bird breeding pens near the route, so keep your dog close there and follow the route guide carefully. The stiles have gaps beside them, or a loose post where a dog can slip through the fence. Park on Beverley Road or in the village centre, and the Fox and Coney Inn is in South Cave for afterwards.
At a Glance
- Distance
- 9.9 km (6.2 miles)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Duration
- 3 hr
- Walk Type
- Woodland, Historic
- Route Type
- Circular
- Off Lead Potential
- Moderate
- Livestock Risk
- Low
- Facilities
- No facilities on route; the Fox and Coney Inn and shops in South Cave; the Cellar Door at Little Wold Vineyard nearby.
- Parking
- No car park: roadside parking on Beverley Road or in South Cave village centre.
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All dog friendly stays in East YorkshireFrequently Asked Questions
Is Drewton Dale and Little Wold Plantation from South Cave dog friendly?
This 9.9km circuit through the southern Yorkshire Wolds is a solid choice for dogs, earning a 7 out of 10 for dog friendliness. There's plenty of woodland to explore in Little Wold Plantation and three quiet dales, along with Drewton Beck for a drink along the way. Just bear in mind that leads are required on Drewton Estate land and near the game bird pens, so it's a walk that asks for a bit of attentiveness from owners.
Can dogs be off lead at Drewton Dale and Little Wold Plantation from South Cave?
Dogs with good recall can enjoy some freedom in Little Wold Plantation and the open dales, which makes up a fair portion of the route. However, leads are required when crossing Drewton Estate land and near the game bird breeding pens — signs along the way will indicate where. It's worth following the route guide carefully to make sure you're aware of where these restrictions apply.
What should I know before visiting Drewton Dale and Little Wold Plantation from South Cave with my dog?
The route involves around 180 metres of climbing with some steep sections in and out of the dales, and the paths can get muddy after rain, so boots are a good idea. There are a couple of stiles along the way, but each has a gap or loose post beside it to let dogs through without too much fuss. There are no facilities on the route itself, but the Fox and Coney Inn back in South Cave is a handy spot for afterwards, and the Cellar Door at Little Wold Vineyard is nearby too.
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