A NEW 5.3-mile route in the North York Moors has been opened, accessible by users of wheelchairs and mobility scooters.

Much of the new route takes in views from the Cleveland Way National Trail.

Starting at the Sutton Bank National Park Centre, renowned for "the finest view in England", visitors can take in views across the Vale of Mowbray to the distant Yorkshire Dales.

Malcolm Hodgson, national trails officer for the Cleveland Way, said: "This is a great day walk which will suit some people who use a wheelchair, mountain trike or a mobility scooter. There is a lot of variety with the Cleveland Way escarpment and the woods at Hambleton Plantation to enjoy. It is a perfect way to enable people to have easier access to the beautiful North York Moors."

Ian Lawson, a member for the Disabled Access Group for the North York Moors National Park, said: "It’s wonderful to see this new circular walk open up at Sutton Bank providing spectacular views across the Vale of Mowbray.

"The stile and step free walk provides greater access for people with impaired mobility, enabling them to enjoy the special qualities of the National Park."

The leaflet, with map and directions for the walk can be picked up at the Sutton Bank Visitor Centre or downloaded from nationaltrail.co.uk/cleveland-way/leaflets