Smithy Lane Hill Climb – Otley Town Centre loop from Otley

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Smithy Lane Hill Climb – Otley Town Centre loop from Otley

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Smithy Lane Hill Climb – Otley Town Centre loop from Otley

03:20

28.7km

580m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 9, 2026

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Nidderdale National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.91 km

Moor Lane Plantation

Forest

10.3 km

Smithy Lane Hill Climb

Highlight • Climb

Lovely peaceful climb up from Denton to the moor

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21.0 km

Old Mill Pond

Lake

26.5 km

Surprise View of Otley and Wharfedale

Highlight • Forest

Surprise View at 282m is probably named because most people approach from the south and "pop up" over the Chevin ridge to discover the view. And it's a good one …

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26.6 km

View of Otley from Chevin Bank

Highlight • Viewpoint

A tough climb whichever route you take up here.

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26.7 km

View of Otley from Surprise View

Highlight • Viewpoint

Surprise View is a scenic viewpoint located above the town of Otley in Yorkshire.

On a fine day you can more or less take a visual tour from York to …

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27.2 km

Evies Wood

Forest

28.2 km

Otley isn't just a really characteristic town, it's also mad about cycling, not least because it is the home of Lizzie Armitstead, Olympic road race silver medallist at London 2012. Loads of cafes and a whole lot of charm.

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