Thornton Rust is a village located within the Yorkshire Dales National Park in North Yorkshire, England. This area is characterized by its limestone landscapes, including impressive ridges and varied terrain, making it suitable for a range of outdoor pursuits. Situated on the south bank of the River Ure in Wensleydale, Thornton Rust offers access to scenic riverside routes and views. The region provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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260
hikers
3.93km
01:03
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
2.94km
00:48
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.77km
01:32
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60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.38km
01:44
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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250
riders
57.8km
03:17
1,150m
1,150m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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94.2km
04:58
1,730m
1,730m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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35.6km
02:07
760m
760m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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24.5km
01:27
380m
380m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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58
riders
35.2km
03:29
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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43.4km
04:01
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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38.6km
03:29
890m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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29.0km
02:22
530m
530m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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65
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35.8km
02:14
360m
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.8km
02:52
810m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39.3km
03:08
800m
800m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.2km
01:17
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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65
runners
15.7km
01:52
400m
400m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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11.2km
01:19
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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6.57km
00:44
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.16km
00:33
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
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54.4km
03:37
930m
930m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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49.4km
03:37
950m
950m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31.1km
02:08
510m
510m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
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23.0km
01:30
430m
430m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Thornton Rust offers various outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region provides access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, known for its diverse terrain and scenic routes. More than 27,000 visitors have explored the area.
Thornton Rust is a village situated within the Yorkshire Dales National Park in North Yorkshire, England. It lies on the south bank of the River Ure in Wensleydale. The village is built on a limestone scar at an elevation of up to 870 feet (270 meters).
Yes, Thornton Rust offers road cycling routes that utilize quiet country roads and varied inclines within the Yorkshire Dales. These routes provide scenic views of the surrounding landscape. More information can be found in the Road Cycling Routes around Thornton Rust guide.
Thornton Rust provides various hiking opportunities, from gentle strolls along riversides to more strenuous paths across fells. The Hiking around Thornton Rust guide details available routes. For easier options, consult the Easy hikes around Thornton Rust guide.
Mountain biking trails are available around Thornton Rust, navigating the diverse terrain of the Yorkshire Dales. These trails offer opportunities to explore the region's unique geology. The MTB Trails around Thornton Rust guide provides specific route information.
Yes, Thornton Rust is suitable for touring cycling, with routes that often offer scenic views and cover distances appropriate for touring. The Yorkshire Dales National Park features established cycling routes. The Cycling around Thornton Rust guide offers relevant information.
Routes in Thornton Rust have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on more than 3,000 individual ratings from visitors. The region has a total of 6 routes listed across various sports.
Gravel biking opportunities exist around Thornton Rust, allowing exploration of mixed-surface paths and quiet country roads. This activity combines elements of road and mountain biking. Consult the Gravel biking around Thornton Rust guide for route details.
The Thornton Rust area is characterized by its limestone landscapes, including impressive ridges and varied terrain within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is situated in Wensleydale, offering scenic riverside views along the River Ure. The village itself is built on a limestone scar.
Yes, Thornton Rust offers running trails suitable for jogging. These routes allow runners to experience the tranquil environment and scenic beauty of the Yorkshire Dales. The Running Trails around Thornton Rust guide provides specific route information.
There are 6 routes available in Thornton Rust on komoot, covering sports such as Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. These routes have been explored by more than 27,000 visitors.

