Can approach from the east or west. Coming from Dunsop Bridge (east) involves climbing up a steep hill towards the final part (Boundary Hill) which is 13% average with kicker in excess of 20%, so those who are less fit should approach from the west and why not give your legs a break by visiting Puddleducks Café at Dunsop Bridge. The 'trough' is a good scenic highlight, popular with cyclists and worth a trip out to.

If you want the virtual experience from the Dunsop Bridge side, check out this great video

Sean Owens

July 16, 2020

Road cycling

Ha, ha, that's my video! We ran a competition featuring 20 climbs, the guy from Veloviewer built us a leaderboard based on our Strava times. Good times.

Cold Dark North

September 11, 2019

Road cycling

Beautiful views down through the Trough heading East/South and the heather in September/October is incredible.

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Location: Over Wyresdale, Lancaster, Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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