Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Bilton

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Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Bilton

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Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Bilton

02:19

8.99km

50m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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845 m

View of the Nidd Gorge from the Nidd Viaduct.

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Nidd Viaduct spans the Nidd Gorge at Bilton, near Harrogate. It is sometimes known as the Bilton Viaduct and was built in 1848. From here you can enjoy gorgeous …

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937 m

Bilton Greenway

Highlight • Cycleway

Great, traffic- free route from Ripley to Harrogate. A lot of the roads into and around Harrogate aren't very cycling-friendly so it's great to have this option.

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978 m

Nidderdale Greenway Over Nidd Moor

Highlight • Cycleway

The Nidderdale Greenway is a 4.2-mile (6.5km) route on the National Cycle Network, connecting Harrogate to Ripley. Great views throughout, especially going over Nidd Moor.

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1.75 km

Sig's Wood

Forest

3.31 km

Limekiln Wood

Forest

4.49 km

The Boar's Head

Highlight • Pub

Very nice pub Had a great lunch here.

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4.51 km

Ripley Castle and Bridge

Highlight • Castle

Ripley Castle is a country mansion rather than a castle, and although privately owned, is open to the public for guided tours. There is a Castle Tearoom if you are …

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8.99 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.85 km

1.37 km

586 m

192 m

Surfaces

7.42 km