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Flaxton

Castle Howard – Castle Howard Obelisk loop from Flaxton

Hard

5.0

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2

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Castle Howard – Castle Howard Obelisk loop from Flaxton

03:33

57.5km

520m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Howardian Hills National Landscape

North York Moors National Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

11.2 km

Castle Howard

Highlight • Cafe

Hi quality cakes and drinks outside in the courtyard. Not cheap but worth it.

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2

11.4 km

Castle Howard Obelisk

Highlight • Monument

The Obelisk, raised in 1714-15, carries two sets of inscriptions. The first, in Latin, commemorates the victories of the 1st Duke of Marlborough. The second, on the west side is …

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3

11.4 km

Castle Howard

Highlight • Castle

Castle Howard is a magnificent stately home that was built in 1699 by architect John Vanbrugh. The Baroque building has been home to the Howard family for over 300 years. …

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11.8 km

Obelisk Ponds

Lake

5

12.6 km

Great Lake (Castle Howard)

Highlight • Viewpoint

A wonderful lake between Castle Howard and Coneysthorpe village, Great Lake is an idyllic place to stop for lunch. Set amongst the Castle Howard parkland, this historic lake provides a lovely backdrop as you ride into Coneysthorpe.

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29.8 km

Oswaldkirk Hag

Forest

7

31.6 km

Ampleforth Abbey and College

Highlight • Historical Site

You have to go into the college to get to the tea room, but it's clearly signposted. You just feel like you should be bringing Hermione with you to register …

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8

33.3 km

The Hub Café, Ampleforth

Highlight • Cafe

Bike stands out front

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42.2 km

Town Street Plantation

Forest

10

42.6 km

All Saints Church, Brandsby

Highlight • Historical Site

This church is historically connected with Brandsby Hall, which has been the seat of the Cholmeley family for over 300 years, and they were linked by marriage to the Fairfax …

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11

51.5 km

Sheriff Hutton Castle Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Large ruin of a quadrangle castle that you can actually hire for outdoor events. It's a very cool ruin, and makes for a great picnic stop along your way.

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B

57.5 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

55.6 km

1.32 km

374 m

240 m

Surfaces

47.6 km

8.41 km

1.35 km

163 m

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Sunday 11 October

14°C

4°C

67 %

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