Crossing from Wensleydale, this stunning road drops in a series of swoops and turns. The final 300 m is precipitous and gravel strewn through three tight turns. Caution very much advised, as are hydraulic brakes! Enjoy the spectacular views but concentrate on the road at this point.

Ian Hulmes

June 6, 2021

Road cycling

fast sharp corners ensure you speed check regularly

Al Salter

June 2, 2021

Road cycling

Dropping into Swaledale is a delight (if you have hydraulic discs. Rim brake users turn away now.). The rolling, sweeping road drops steeply to the Crow Trees farm, where the lady of the house ALWAYS has her washing out, even in Winter… The switchbacks are very steep & sometimes have a bit of road grit to add some ‘excitement’. Get it right & it’s very satisfying. Get it wrong & you’ll be wearing AG2R shorts…

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Location: Muker, Richmondshire, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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