Coverdale Valley – Middleham Castle loop from Coverham with Agglethorpe

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Coverham With Agglethorpe

Coverdale Valley – Middleham Castle loop from Coverham with Agglethorpe

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Coverdale Valley – Middleham Castle loop from Coverham with Agglethorpe

01:51

30.8km

520m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

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1.38 km

Coverham Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge carries Hanghow Lane over the River Cover. It is built of stone and consists of a single chamfered pointed arch, which is 50 feet (15 m) wide, while …

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8.23 km

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 …

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8.62 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. …

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12.6 km

View of Wensleydale

Highlight • Natural Monument

14.8 km

Outdoor Coffee Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

I can't imagine anything better, than to have a little break on the side of the road and get a decent coffee and cake! Well only maybe if the "café" …

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21.8 km

Middleham Castle

Highlight • Castle

The 'Windsor of the North', Middleham Castle is a striking and evocative ruin. The sight of it is unmistakable and impressive as you approach the market town of Middleham. It …

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22.0 km

Priory Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

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22.1 km

Middleham Village Square & Racehorse Parade

Highlight • Historical Site

The racehorses train every morning on the gallops above Middleham/Coverham. They return to the stables from around 10:45. We all know that horses don't understand humans on bikes. If you …

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30.8 km

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Restaurant

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