Lyke Wake Walk
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Lyke Wake Walk east to west guided and supported crossing
The Lyke Wake Walk is a long distance crossing of the North York Moors created in 1955. The route runs between Scarth Wood Moor, Osmotherley and Ravenscar on the North Sea coast and covers just under 39 miles of moorland. There is no set track; the challenge is to walk from one marker to the opposite marker within a maximum of 24 hours. The route is described as one of the country’s original challenge walks.
This is a guided and supported group crossing. Group sizes are limited to a maximum of 14 walkers, typically 10 to 12. Guides hold appropriate qualifications, first aid training, and insurance; larger groups receive more than one guide. Support arrangements include minibus transfers to the opposite end before the walk and checkpoints during the crossing. Organisers supply water, unlimited sugar based snacks, blister plasters and a small gift at the end. Participants receive a full kit list and training schedule and can join free guided training walks on the moors, coast and dales. A WhatsApp group is set up for each crossing to share training tips and group information. Entry terms list the fee as £110 with a £50 non refundable deposit and the remaining balance due six weeks before the walk. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
