Kirkby Malzeard, a region in North Yorkshire, is situated within the Nidderdale National Landscape. The area features diverse landscapes, including expansive moorlands, woodlands, and river valleys, providing a varied backdrop for outdoor pursuits. Its location offers access to the scenic Yorkshire Dales, making it a destination for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Kirkby Malzeard offers a wide array of outdoor activities, with more than 30 routes available…
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4.7
(24)
193
riders
24.1km
02:01
520m
520m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

2.0
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4
riders
4.71km
00:28
140m
140m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41
riders
38.6km
03:10
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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39
riders
33.5km
02:37
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.7
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45
hikers
2.98km
00:51
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
2.22km
00:38
60m
60m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
hikers
13.4km
03:44
260m
260m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23
hikers
7.64km
02:09
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.5
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33
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
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18.7km
01:16
290m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
50.9km
03:12
550m
550m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
riders
56.2km
02:56
690m
690m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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26
riders
24.5km
01:07
230m
230m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

26
riders
33.6km
01:28
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

12
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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24
runners
11.5km
01:17
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
5.46km
00:34
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
15.2km
01:36
190m
190m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
12.4km
01:17
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
33.7km
02:04
530m
530m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
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31.2km
01:54
250m
250m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
56.7km
03:49
1,030m
1,030m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
30.0km
01:49
470m
460m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Kirkby Malzeard offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 30 routes across these sports. These routes have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars from more than 41,000 visitors.
Yes, Kirkby Malzeard is well-suited for mountain biking, with routes transitioning from tarmac lanes to rocky tracks across Kirkby Malzeard Moor. These trails offer varied terrain and views into Nidderdale. More information can be found in the MTB Trails around Kirkby Malzeard guide.
Mountain biking terrain in Kirkby Malzeard ranges from superb tarmac lanes to rocky, well-defined tracks, particularly across Kirkby Malzeard Moor. Routes can include challenging descents and climbs, offering diverse experiences for riders. The area provides views into the high end of Nidderdale, including Middlesmoor and Scar House.
Kirkby Malzeard provides numerous opportunities for hiking and walking through its varied landscapes. Trails weave through unspoiled countryside, farms, woodland, streams, and moorland. Visitors can explore scenic areas like the Seven Bridges Valley. For more details, consult the Hiking around Kirkby Malzeard guide.
Yes, Kirkby Malzeard offers family-friendly hiking options. The Seven Bridges Valley provides leisurely strolls, and the region's varied landscapes are suitable for exploration on foot. Specific routes are detailed in the Family-friendly hikes around Kirkby Malzeard guide.
The broader North Yorkshire area, including Kirkby Malzeard, is recognized for its quiet lanes and gently undulating terrain, suitable for road cycling. The surrounding Nidderdale National Landscape offers picturesque villages and scenic routes. Information on routes is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Kirkby Malzeard guide.
Yes, Kirkby Malzeard offers traffic-free cycling options suitable for touring and leisurely rides. These routes provide a safe and enjoyable way to explore the region's scenery. Details can be found in the Traffic-free bike rides around Kirkby Malzeard guide.
Kirkby Malzeard is situated within the Nidderdale National Landscape, featuring moorlands, woodlands, and river valleys. Notable natural features include Stump Cross Caverns, Seven Bridges Valley, Brimham Rocks, Leighton Reservoir, and Eavestone Lake. Kirkby Malzeard Moor also offers dramatic views.
Komoot offers several guides for Kirkby Malzeard, covering various activities. These include MTB Trails around Kirkby Malzeard, Hiking around Kirkby Malzeard, and Road Cycling Routes around Kirkby Malzeard. Other guides cover easy hikes, family-friendly hikes, cycling, running, and gravel biking.
The official community website for the Kirkby Malzeard area is kirkbymalzeardarea.org.uk. This resource provides local information and community details for visitors and residents.
Kirkby Malzeard is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 41,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 31 routes across various sports have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.

