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Hewenden Viaduct and Reservoir – Hewenden Viaduct loop from Thornton

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Hewenden Viaduct and Reservoir – Hewenden Viaduct loop from Thornton

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Hewenden Viaduct and Reservoir – Hewenden Viaduct loop from Thornton

01:20

19.5km

310m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.70 km for 181 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.79 km

Hewenden Viaduct and Reservoir

Highlight • Bridge

Similar to previous trek that I've posted and check out the description. All walking types are ok and suitable for mountain biking.

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11.4 km

Hewenden Viaduct

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Originally built as a railway viaduct, and opened in 1883, Hewenden is today a Grade II-listed structure being one of the highest viaducts in Britain.The Great Northern Railway Trail, for walkers and cyclists, now runs over its span.

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11.8 km

Hewenden Viaduct

Highlight • Cycleway

Great Northern Railway Viaduct no longer in use. Amazing views, and a short walk from 1 end to the other over the top of this. Definitely worth a stop if you are visiting nearby villages like Haworth.

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19.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.5 km

5.56 km

1.62 km

566 m

214 m

Surfaces

18.7 km

214 m

Elevation

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Highest point (360 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

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Sunday 5 July

18°C

15°C

12 %

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