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A classic stretch of high Pennine moorland, shaped by centuries of lead‑mining, with old hushes, spoil heaps, and trackways still etched into the heather. The moor forms part of the Reeth–Grinton–Harkerside upland block, giving wide, open views over Swaledale. Spectacular under a layer of snow in winter.

Stunning area to cycle in, can get very busy in high season though

There is a cafe about 1m down the track. This would add two miles to any walk!

Great view, perfect for photos!

Maximum points if you can cycle right the way across 🤙

amazing view over Coniston water and the old man of Coniston and surrounding fells

Fantastic view point over Coniston!

really beautiful place, well maintained, you can ride a bike, nicely prepared routes, you can go for a walk with your family. I recommend it, I love going back there ♥️

April 2025 - The road has been mostly resurfaced, to an excellent, billiard table standard, from the Little Langdale junction to the cattle grid at the top, just before you descend to Wall End in Great Langdale. Enjoy it before it falls to pieces again!

Not always running when you need it but when it is, the staff are friendly and always interested in your plans for the day.

Runs about every 20 minutes, quite cheap

Doable on a gravel bike. Some hike-a-bike dependent on your skills.

Great castle/palace also wilde boar in roaming free behind it

An update to 51m's post - cyclists now pay £2.15 to cross. Those seeking a long ferry trip are advised to take one of the length-wise cruises; this width-wise ferry is basically a utilitarian (though still picturesque) crossing - takes a little under 5 minutes to complete once started.

An image above shows the lighting system switched on, however for one reason or another, it was off as I passed through on an overcast day. Another rider oncoming without lights (like me) was barely visible in the middle of the tunnel. Mercifully, we'd already spotted one another entering. If you have an urge to read your phone/navigation device on a similarly gloomy day while the tunnel lighting system is switched off, my advice would be to do so before you enter the tunnel. You're going to need 100% attention if there's traffic ahead!

Great vege cafe Joey's

Wilderness and relaxation go hand in hand at Gisburn. Enjoy fantastic cycling and walking in the heart of the stunning Forest of Bowland Step into the fairy tale woods of Gisburn Forest and Stocks. Explore the trails and experience a sense of space and freedom as you breathe in the fresh air and hear the peaceful bird song. Gisburn’s dramatic scenery, with deep forest and challenging hills, provides the perfect backdrop for our award-winning mountain bike trails. Demanding climbs and exhilarating downhills make it the ultimate off-road mecca!

Lovely castle with a hard little climb alongside up into the village

Fantastic multi-user track along old railway. A taste of what its like on one of those long European bike paths that we don't have.

This fun gravel track runs alongside the River Liza through a scenic steep-sided valley.