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Thruscross Dam – Hollybank Lane loop from Ripley

Hard

3

riders

Thruscross Dam – Hollybank Lane loop from Ripley

04:40

66.7km

1,080m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: May 6, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 48.8 km for 149 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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2.58 km

Falls Wood

Forest

2

10.9 km

Studley Royal Deer Park and St Mary's Church

Highlight • Natural

Stunning ride through parkland, full of deer.

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3

21.0 km

Pateley Moor Road

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Killer climb out of Pateley Bridge then easy pedalling across the moor. Far reaching views across the Vale of York.

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4

27.8 km

5

37.0 km

View of Westcliffe Farm

Highlight • Natural

6

37.5 km

Nought Moor Climb

Highlight • Climb

Gradient up to 18% average gradient 9%
Great views at the top, a bit of a detour from the Way of The Roses

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46.5 km

old mill pond

Archaeological Site

8

48.8 km

Thruscross Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

Huge dam wall. Even more impressive when water pours down its face

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58.8 km

Wilson's Plantation

Forest

10

63.8 km

Hollybank Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Beautiful Section, closed to traffic. Smooth surface, but go slow and share the joy with the walkers.

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11

65.4 km

Ripley Castle Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Easy cycling, although track is shared with pedestrians and, dogs are often off the lead!

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B

66.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

54.9 km

4.57 km

2.50 km

1.99 km

1.93 km

863 m

Surfaces

60.5 km

3.73 km

1.44 km

490 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Sunday 12 July

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