Farnhill, a region in North Yorkshire, is situated on the steep, south-facing side of the Aire Valley. Its diverse landscape features rolling hills, expansive moorland, and the tranquil Leeds and Liverpool Canal, offering varied terrain for outdoor activities. This area provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, jogging, and more, catering to different interests and fitness levels.
Farnhill offers more than 10 routes for outdoor enthusiasts, with options for several sports…
101
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4.4
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Average rating
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People visited

4.7
(3)
272
riders
52.2km
02:34
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
(3)
162
riders
40.4km
01:48
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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118
riders
63.6km
02:58
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.6
(5)
121
riders
44.0km
02:05
370m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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3.0
(1)
73
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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52
riders
43.9km
02:48
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
riders
44.6km
02:57
620m
620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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21
riders
21.5km
01:37
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63
runners
32.1km
03:20
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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40
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

74
runners
11.0km
01:08
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
runners
8.31km
00:53
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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25
hikers
6.49km
01:44
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
26
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(3)
26
riders
31.9km
02:22
140m
140m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.5
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19
riders
23.1km
01:39
300m
300m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
26.9km
01:54
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
(2)
17
riders
19.3km
01:14
100m
100m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
riders
30.8km
01:53
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
28.6km
01:52
470m
470m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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11
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
riders
18.3km
01:04
110m
110m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Farnhill offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain from canal paths to rolling hills and moorland. More than 15 routes are available for exploration.
Farnhill provides numerous hiking opportunities, including routes to landmarks like Farnhill Pinnacle. There are 11 hiking routes available, with options for various skill levels. Find more information on Hiking around Farnhill.
Farnhill offers road cycling routes that utilize the scenic roads of the Aire Valley. The area's varied terrain includes both flat sections and rolling hills. Explore available routes and plan your trip with the Road Cycling Routes around Farnhill guide.
Farnhill offers family-friendly options, particularly along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which provides level paths suitable for leisurely walks and touring cycling. Specific family-friendly hiking routes are also available. Consult the Family-friendly hikes around Farnhill guide for details.
Key natural features and landmarks in Farnhill include the Aire Valley, rolling hills, expansive moorland, and the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Prominent viewpoints like Farnhill Pinnacle (Jubilee Tower) and Wainman's Pinnacle (Lund's Tower) offer panoramic views.
Farnhill offers easy hiking routes, particularly along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. These paths are generally flat and accessible, suitable for relaxed walks. More options can be found in the Easy hikes around Farnhill guide.
Routes in Farnhill are popular among outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 64,000 visitors having explored the area. The routes have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars, based on over 5,600 ratings.
Farnhill is well-suited for touring cycling, especially along the level paths of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. These routes offer a peaceful experience through scenic surroundings. Information on these routes is available in the Cycling around Farnhill guide.
Official information about Farnhill can be found on the Farnhill Parish Council website. The website address is farnhillparishcouncil.gov.uk. For direct inquiries, a phone number is also available.
Farnhill offers opportunities for both mountain biking and gravel biking. The diverse terrain, including moorland and trails, supports these activities. Guides such as MTB Trails around Farnhill and Gravel biking around Farnhill provide route details.
Cycling routes in Farnhill feature varied terrain. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal offers flat, accessible paths, while other areas include rolling hills and sections of expansive moorland. This diversity caters to different cycling preferences and fitness levels.
Farnhill provides several options for jogging and running. The level paths along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal are suitable for leisurely runs, and other trails offer more varied terrain. Explore available routes with the Running Trails around Farnhill guide.

