The Woodlands Trail

A 4.4-mile flat route, with very little incline and benches along the way. Discover Peasholm Lake, Champion Trees, Lily Pond, Secret Garden, Jonno's Field and Valley Gardens.

Peasholm Lake

Take a moment to watch the nature at Peasholm Lake. If you’re lucky you may catch a glimpse of a Red Throated Diver, a Great White Egret or even a Kingfisher! 0.6 miles to Champion Trees Champion Trees Keep your eyes peeled on the tree trail for Champion Trees, such as the Black Italian Poplar. They are the largest or tallest of their kind in Britain – there are no fewer than five! 1 mile to Lily Pond

Lily Pond

As you walk towards the top of the Glen you will come across a pond covered in beautiful lilies. The statue that appears to be flying across the pond is Hermes- the Greek god of transitions and boundaries. 0.5 miles to Secret Garden.

Secret Garden

Can you find the Secret Garden? The Victorians built a fashionable rockery garden with a pond and plants. Take a seat and enjoy this charming scenery today. 0.6 miles to Jonno’s field Jonno’s Field Enjoy a similar experience to the Easter Island in the Pacific with these fantastic wooden sculptures that tower over Scarborough. 1.7 miles to Valley Gardens.

Valley Gardens

In Spring, feast your eyes on some of the most impressive daffodil patches in town. In Summer admire the beautifully designed flowerbeds.

The Woodland Trail instructions:

1. Walk south of the lake through Peasholm Park and follow the stream towards Champion Trees trail.

2. Follow the stream down and follow the signs of the tree trail. Cross Glen Bridge to reach Lily Pond.

3. Walk to Glen Bridge and head south, follow Manor Road and head down Woodland Ravine until you reach Woodland Ave. The Secret Garden is straight ahead.

4. Head down Woodland Ave. towards Prospect Mount to reach Jonno’s Field.