Vale of York and the Yorkshire Wolds

Book excerpt: The wide plain of the Vale of York lies at the very heart of the county of Yorkshire with the historic city of York at its centre. The vale is bordered by the Pennnines to the west, the North York Moors to the north-east and the Yorkshire Wolds to the east. While most visitors flock to Yorkshire's two national parks, the flat plains of the Vale of York and the rolling uplands the Wolds provide a diversity of scenery and walking opportunities that shou,ld not be missed. Highlights of the 28 walks in this title include the coastal drama of Flamborough Head, the deserted medieval village of Wharram Percy and Beverley, with its majestic minster.