Skipton Castle - Malham Cove loop

Yorkshire And The Humber

Skipton

Skipton Castle - Malham Cove loop

Hard

5.0

(9)

186

riders

Skipton Castle - Malham Cove loop

03:10

65.1km

930m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: June 4, 2024

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

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14.7 km

Yorkshire Dales National Park

Highlight • Natural

The Yorkshire Dales National Park is in northern England. It encompasses thousands of square miles of moors, valleys, hills and villages. Southeast, on the River Wharfe, the Bolton Abbey Estate …

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20.0 km

Malham Cove Climb

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Challenging winding climb with views of Malham Cove.

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24.9 km

Malham Tarn to Arncliffe Road

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Perfect tarmac (in early 2021). Watch out for the gate on the bridge over Darnbrook Beck (and make sure you're in low gear there for the steep climb after)

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40.0 km

Kilnsey Crag

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On a dry day you will see people climbing the cliff face

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46.6 km

Linton Falls

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After heavy rain or snow make sure you check with local agencies as to whether bridges and/or stepping stones are passable.

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53.3 km

View of Burnsall and Appletreewick

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Head to the craven arms for a mid ride pint

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58.6 km

Barden Moor Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The start of this climb is very steep, with twisting road and gradient of up to 21%. It eases out closer to the top with a stunning view over the valley.

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