The route to Mallyan Spout Waterfall re-opens

[News Guru]

A popular footpath to Mallyan Spout waterfall in the North York Moors National Park was reopened two weeks ahead of schedule thanks to the efforts of the National Park Authority’s field staff.

The recent heavy snow and subsequent meltwater had caused several trees to uproot and fall across the footpath making it impassable. An emergency closure order was put on the path while the Authority carried out the necessary repairs.

Karl Gerhardsen, the National Park Authority’s Head of Recreation and Access, said:

“We knew this was a popular route with walkers and with the snow melting fast, there would be many people wanting to get down to the waterfall to see it in all its glory. We therefore made re-opening this route a priority and managed to turn the repairs around in less than a week.”

The heavy snow has also led to the Authority closing a footpath between Middlewood Farm campsite at Fylingdales and Robin Hood’s Bay as a boardwalk has slipped down the embankment. It will involve a considerable amount of work to get the footpath up to standard again. The Authority says it will do all it can to get it reopened as soon as possible, but asks for people’s patience while the work is being carried out.

Now that the snow has melted, the Authority will be carrying out routine footpath inspections to assess any damage, but is asking members of the public to also report any obstacles or difficulties they come across.

Karl Gerhardsen added:

“Whether you’re a seasoned walker or just looking for a short ramble to stretch your legs, there are some great walks in the North York Moors and with spring fast approaching, now is a lovely time to be out and about. We’re doing what we can to find any trouble spots caused by the snow, but with 1408 miles of public rights of way, extra pairs of eyes are always welcome! We’d be grateful if people could let us know of any fallen trees, landslips and the like that have made a route difficult or inaccessible.”