Mountain biking around East Tanfield is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around East Tanfield, here are the best rides!

Last updated: December 9, 2025

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1. View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Grewelthorpe

30.4km

02:14

480m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Scar House Descent – Carle Fell Road loop from Grewelthorpe

51.7km

04:09

960m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Leighton Reservoir loop from Grewelthorpe

37.0km

02:48

660m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Dallowgill Ford – View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Grewelthorpe

34.4km

02:33

580m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5. Leighton Reservoir – View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Grewelthorpe

40.7km

03:11

720m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best MTB trails around East Tanfield

1. View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Grewelthorpe

2. Scar House Descent – Carle Fell Road loop from Grewelthorpe

3. Leighton Reservoir loop from Grewelthorpe

4. Dallowgill Ford – View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Grewelthorpe

5. Leighton Reservoir – View of Helks Wood Valley loop from Grewelthorpe

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