Experience the rugged beauty of gravel biking with our curated list of gravel rides around Middleton. Whether you're looking for challenging climbs or scenic trails, here are some of the best gravel bike routes around Middleton.

Last updated: December 14, 2025

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1. Rombald's Ride from Ilkley — Nidderdale National Landscape

31.0km

02:42

620m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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2. East Morton to Silsden Road – Keighley Gate Climb loop from Ilkley

31.7km

02:44

630m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Barden Moor Track – Barden Moor Descent loop from Bolton Abbey

36.8km

02:54

570m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Back Road to Bolton Abbey – Keighley Gate Climb loop from Ilkley

39.6km

03:22

770m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Barden Moor Descent – Bolton Abbey Ruins loop from Addingham

61.1km

04:59

990m

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best gravel rides around Middleton

1. Rombald's Ride from Ilkley — Nidderdale National Landscape

2. East Morton to Silsden Road – Keighley Gate Climb loop from Ilkley

3. Barden Moor Track – Barden Moor Descent loop from Bolton Abbey

4. Back Road to Bolton Abbey – Keighley Gate Climb loop from Ilkley

5. Barden Moor Descent – Bolton Abbey Ruins loop from Addingham

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