Looking for the best road cycling routes around Leighton Reservoir? Then browse our collection of rides around this beautiful lake in around Harrogate below — and discover more of on your next visit.

Last updated: December 2, 2025

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1. Jervaulx Abbey – Middleham Castle loop from Masham

31.5km

01:32

370m

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

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2. Coverdale Road – Middleham Castle loop from Thornton Steward

34.7km

01:54

500m

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

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3. Jervaulx Abbey – Coverdale Road loop from Masham

46.8km

02:36

700m

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

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4. Beadale loop from Masham

42.5km

01:51

260m

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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5. Pateley Bridge – The Yorke Arms loop from Lofthouse

40.8km

02:03

610m

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

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The best road cycling routes around Leighton Reservoir

1. Jervaulx Abbey – Middleham Castle loop from Masham

2. Coverdale Road – Middleham Castle loop from Thornton Steward

3. Jervaulx Abbey – Coverdale Road loop from Masham

4. Beadale loop from Masham

5. Pateley Bridge – The Yorke Arms loop from Lofthouse

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