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Carperby-Cum-Thoresby

Garsdale Rollercoaster Road – View of Wensleydale loop from Carperby-cum-Thoresby

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United Kingdom
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North Yorkshire
Richmondshire
Carperby-Cum-Thoresby

Garsdale Rollercoaster Road – View of Wensleydale loop from Carperby-cum-Thoresby

Moderate

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Garsdale Rollercoaster Road – View of Wensleydale loop from Carperby-cum-Thoresby

02:38

51.2km

710m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 28, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

3.03 km

View of Ellerkin Scar

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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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2

8.55 km

Running parallel to the busier A684 this rolling road starts in Wensley & follows the valley for miles. Much the better option for cyclists as the traffic is light and views are great.

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3

26.1 km

Garsdale Rollercoaster Road

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The amazing view of rolling road heading West to Sedbergh from Hawes. A true rollercoaster.

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4

36.2 km

Semer Water Climb

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A hidden gem. One of Yorkshires finest road climbs hidden in a quiet and relatively unknown backwater. Ridden from the east starting at the bridge it starts brutally steep. Genuine …

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37.9 km

Semer Water

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6

45.8 km

Oxnop Scar Climb (25% Gradient)

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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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7

46.3 km

Oxnop Scar and The Fleak Junction

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At this junction you have some tough choices!

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8

46.5 km

View of Wensleydale

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At a metal gate in the wall to your left give access to pasture. Pop in & take in the stunning panorama of Wensleydale. Leyburn and Penhill to the far …

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51.2 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.1 km

10.8 km

307 m

Surfaces

35.9 km

15.2 km

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Lowest point (210 m)

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Friday 8 May

9°C

3°C

76 %

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