Great Busby is a village in North Yorkshire, England, situated amidst the diverse landscapes of the North York Moors National Park and the Cleveland Hills. The region features expansive heather moorlands, rolling hills, distinctive rocky outcrops, and serene woodlands, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. These natural features make Great Busby a suitable base for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, and more.
Great Busby offers more than 40 routes across…
88
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4.5
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Average rating
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4.7
(39)
334
hikers
5.46km
01:40
180m
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
(11)
71
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(24)
190
hikers
21.0km
06:36
780m
780m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
(8)
49
hikers
16.1km
04:57
540m
540m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
54.9km
04:37
640m
640m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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55
riders
59.0km
03:50
770m
770m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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28
riders
23.4km
01:21
110m
110m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
riders
29.0km
01:55
390m
390m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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144
runners
10.9km
01:21
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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118
runners
22.2km
02:52
730m
730m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

44
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

30
runners
6.29km
00:41
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(10)
36
riders
27.6km
02:43
590m
580m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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20
riders
39.3km
03:05
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
riders
42.2km
03:41
660m
660m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(1)
12
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
(2)
59
riders
39.4km
01:45
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

60
riders
19.0km
00:47
100m
100m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
(1)
38
riders
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
40.0km
01:47
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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9
riders
18.0km
01:12
270m
270m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
riders
19.9km
01:18
280m
280m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
riders
48.2km
03:23
960m
960m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
66.4km
04:22
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Great Busby offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, touring cycling, jogging, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region's diverse terrain, from moorlands to woodlands, supports these pursuits. More than 40 routes are available for exploration.
Popular hiking routes include the Cringle Moor and Lord Stones loop, an easy 3.4-mile (5.5 km) trail. The Cringle End Summit – The Wainstones loop from Carlton in Cleveland is a moderate 7.4-mile (11.9 km) option. For more details, explore the Hiking around Great Busby guide.
Yes, Great Busby features several easy hiking routes suitable for beginners. An example is the Cringle Moor and Lord Stones loop, which is an easy 3.4-mile (5.5 km) trail. For more options, consult the Easy hikes around Great Busby guide.
Great Busby offers family-friendly walks, providing accessible options for all ages. These routes often feature gentle terrain and scenic surroundings. Specific options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Great Busby guide.
Key natural landmarks include Roseberry Topping, a distinctive summit known as the 'Yorkshire Matterhorn.' The Wainstones are rugged rock formations on Hasty Bank, offering impressive views. Carlton Bank is another moorland summit with expansive vistas.
Yes, Great Busby is suitable for various cycling activities, including touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The area features moorland tracks, quiet farm roads, and routes that integrate with parts of the Cleveland Way. Explore options in the Cycling around Great Busby guide.
Great Busby offers opportunities for road cycling on its network of quiet farm roads and scenic routes. These paths often provide views of the surrounding North York Moors and Cleveland Hills. Detailed routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Great Busby guide.
Outdoor routes in Great Busby are highly regarded by the komoot community. More than 53,000 visitors have shared their experiences, resulting in an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars for the routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Great Busby, covering various sports and difficulty levels. These include guides for Hiking, Cycling, Running Trails, and more. Specific guides for easy and family-friendly hikes are also available.
Yes, Great Busby is an excellent location for jogging, with a diverse network of paths and trails. Options range from gentle riverside routes to more strenuous moorland tracks. The Running Trails around Great Busby guide provides specific routes.
Roseberry Topping is a distinctive summit near Great Busby, often referred to as the 'Yorkshire Matterhorn.' A hike to its peak offers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. It is a popular attraction within the North York Moors National Park.
Great Busby offers trails suitable for mountain biking, utilizing the region's varied terrain. Information and specific routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Great Busby guide. Errington Woods is also noted for popular cycling trails.

