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Coverdale Road – Coverdale Valley loop from Melmerby

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Yorkshire And The Humber

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Carlton Town

Coverdale Road – Coverdale Valley loop from Melmerby

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Coverdale Road – Coverdale Valley loop from Melmerby

00:48

2.70km

80m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 17, 2026

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

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247 m

Carlton Motte

Highlight • Monument

This motte, just at the back of the Foresters Arms Inn, might be easily missed (personally, I spot stuff like this a mile or more away...). It dates back to the 11th or 12th century and was possibly built as an 'outlier' of the original William's Hill castle in Middleham.

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357 m

Coverdale Road

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Coverdale is beautiful & quiet. Either direction is thoroughly enjoyable. From Kettlewell you have the obvious challenge of Park Rash to overcome. From the East you have the prevailing wind in your face. It can be very, very strong. I swear there is a Venturi effect!

If you are nearing Middleham around midday, expect to see dozens of racehorses returning from the gallops. Please take care & be patient if necessary.

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2.67 km

Coverdale Valley

Highlight • Gorge

Spanning from Wensleydale to Park Rash Pass, Coverdale is a stunning dale. The River Cover gently meanders down through the green valley sides as the dale extends into the horizon. Don't be surprised if you see a herd of wild deer galloping through the trees.

Along the way, you will find Middleham racing stable and West Crafton village with a pretty 15th century Manor House that was once home to Mary Queen of Scotland's husband.

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2.70 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.15 km

420 m

117 m

Surfaces

1.08 km

1.07 km

536 m

Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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