Mountain biking around Rievaulx 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 Rievaulx, here are the best rides!

Last updated: December 16, 2025

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1. Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill – Rievaulx Abbey loop from Hawnby

27.3km

02:31

600m

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

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2. Rievaulx Abbey – Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill loop from Helmsley

30.7km

02:51

680m

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

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3. Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill loop from Hawnby

36.6km

03:16

700m

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

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4. Gallow Hill Descent – High Paradise Farm Tearoom loop from Oswaldkirk

82.6km

06:27

1,380m

1,370m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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5. Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill – Rievaulx Abbey loop from Scawton

17.8km

01:36

390m

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

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The best MTB trails around Rievaulx

1. Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill – Rievaulx Abbey loop from Hawnby

2. Rievaulx Abbey – Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill loop from Helmsley

3. Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill loop from Hawnby

4. Gallow Hill Descent – High Paradise Farm Tearoom loop from Oswaldkirk

5. Barnclose Farm Grassy Hill – Rievaulx Abbey loop from Scawton

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