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Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb – Cow and Calf Rocks Summit loop from Kirkstall Forge

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United Kingdom

England

Yorkshire And The Humber

Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb – Cow and Calf Rocks Summit loop from Kirkstall Forge

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5.0

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Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb – Cow and Calf Rocks Summit loop from Kirkstall Forge

04:20

56.5km

770m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 13, 2025

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You'll need to dismount and push your bike.

305 m in total

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.56 km

Gravel Path Along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

This is a super fun and scenic section of gravel that runs alongside the Leeds and Liverpool Canal between Shipley and Leeds.

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7.50 km

Apperley Bridge Marina

Highlight • River

This marina is situated on the edge of Bradford near the village of Apperley Bridge. It serves as a hub for many boaters and is surrounded by wonderful views of the canal and lush countryside.

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9.45 km

Esholt Sewage Works Basin

Lake

14.8 km

Saltaire World Heritage Site Canal Path

Highlight • Historical Site

The lovely Saltaire

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15.1 km

River Aire

Lake

19.6 km

Bingley Five Rise Locks

Highlight • Monument

Awesome 'lock formation' that you can cycle up along side and see exactly how the long boats go uphill. The climb is short and sharp so take it easy. A …

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19.6 km

Bingley Five Rise Locks

Highlight • Structure

Visit the cafe at the top or just marvel at the spectacle that is Bingley 5 rise lock.. 👍

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22.6 km

Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Can get very busy. It is an excellent way to get down the valley without using road.

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31.0 km

The Riddings

Forest

33.5 km

Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb

Highlight • Natural Monument

From Ilkley the climb is steady with one steep section towards to the top. Keep something back for that otherwise it’s tough.

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33.8 km

Cow and Calf Rocks Summit

Highlight • Climb

There is a pub and a cafe, it's a great climb (or descent) but also has fantastic walking routes at the top!

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44.0 km

York Gate Plantation

Forest

56.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.9 km

19.1 km

5.68 km

3.35 km

184 m

136 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.7 km

11.8 km

8.58 km

6.64 km

522 m

220 m

Elevation

Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb – Cow and Calf Rocks Summit loop from Kirkstall Forge

Gravel Path Along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal

Apperley Bridge Marina

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