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Middleham Castle – View of Ellerkin Scar loop from Bainbridge

Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Richmondshire

Bainbridge

Middleham Castle – View of Ellerkin Scar loop from Bainbridge

Moderate

5.0

(1)

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Middleham Castle – View of Ellerkin Scar loop from Bainbridge

02:15

49.8km

500m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.78 km

Yorkshire Dales Brewing Co. Taproom & Beer Garden

Highlight • Restaurant

Great place to shop for(chilled) beers after a walk or -on fridays and saturdays- stop in the beer garden or inside for a great pint. Fantastic selection of traditional styles and craft beers.

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2.82 km

Oxnop Scar Climb (25% Gradient)

Highlight • Viewpoint

After the first 200m, you get a respite & a decision to make. Carry straight on up Moor Road to Oxnop Scar & Muker. This is a tough climb.

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13.1 km

View of Bolton Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Whether you go up to the castle or hook a left further along in Redmire, you will need your granny gear!

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24.7 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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24.9 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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25.2 km

Priory Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

This tea room has been closed for 3 years. Suggest this is deleted

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31.4 km

Thowker Corner SSSI

Nature Reserve

45.9 km

Ellerkin Scar is a limestone rock formation that is popular with walkers and climbers. From the top you can enjoy great views over Wensleydale.

It is am impressive sight looking north from the road over Newbiggin Pasture.

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47.5 km

Skeldale House, Askrigg

Highlight • Settlement

The actual village name is Askrigg. It is a name of Norse origin which translates as Ash Ridge. Slightly elevated above the valley floor, Askrigg sits below the imposing Ellerkin …

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49.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.0 km

4.32 km

395 m

105 m

Surfaces

48.8 km

840 m

105 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Wednesday 2 September

17°C

12°C

90 %

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Middleham Castle – View of Ellerkin Scar loop from Bainbridge

Yorkshire Dales Brewing Co. Taproom & Beer Garden

Oxnop Scar Climb (25% Gradient)

View of Bolton Castle

Middleham Village Square & Racehorse Parade

Middleham Castle

Priory Tea Room

View of Ellerkin Scar

Skeldale House, Askrigg

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