Byland Abbey Ruins – Byland Abbey loop from Thirsk

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Byland Abbey Ruins – Byland Abbey loop from Thirsk

Moderate

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Byland Abbey Ruins – Byland Abbey loop from Thirsk

01:54

43.9km

310m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 118 m for 22 m

After 43.8 km for 22 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.37 km

Decorated Post Box

Highlight • Structure

Several nice looking cafes in a row.

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2.47 km

Thirsk Market Place and Clock Tower

Highlight • Rest Area

The market place here in Thirsk is its vibrant centre full of cafes and an open air market on Mondays and Saturdays.

It is famous for its racecourse and the …

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18.9 km

View of the White Horse of Kilburn

Highlight • Natural Monument

Nice view of the White Horse of Kilburn, said to be the largest and most northerly hill figure in England. If you're riding towards Kilburn, you'll notice a bench at …

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20.8 km

Scawling Wood

Forest

23.8 km

Absolutely non-miss this one. This is one of the finest and greatest monasteries in England. Byland Abbey inspired the way churches were built throughout the north. These almost preposterously amazing …

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23.8 km

Byland Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Byland Abbey is a stunning ruin dating back to the 1100s. It was once one of the grandest medieval monasteries but was dissolved by Henry VIII in the 1530s. Today …

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26.2 km

Coxwold Village

Highlight • Settlement

Pretty village with an informative website if local history is your thing. Recorded under the name of Cucvalt in the Domesday Book, and the local church is where George Orby …

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