RYEDALE Walking Group has planned two walks for this month.

Sunday, July 22: Moor Gate, Ryedale and Hawnby, 7.5 miles, park/start at 10.30am Moor Gate parking area on Hawnby- Osmotherley road, grid ref SE539916.

Saturday, July 28: Blansby Park circular (Pickering), seven miles, park/start 10am Newbridge – layby near railway crossing, grid ref SE803853, followed by the annual barbecue at the Sun Inn Pickering at 2pm. RWG members only.

For details, go to ryedalewalking.com. Always check the website for any changes to the walks programme