Leathley is a region in North Yorkshire, UK, characterized by its serene countryside, rolling hills, and a mix of woodlands and reservoirs. The landscape provides a setting for various outdoor pursuits, with natural features like Fewston Reservoir and Riffa Woods contributing to its appeal. This area offers opportunities for several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, hiking, and more.
Leathley offers more than 20 routes for outdoor activities, catering to various interests and…
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2.0
(1)
4
riders
4.67km
00:25
70m
60m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(6)
41
riders
24.4km
02:14
500m
490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

36
riders
20.6km
01:44
350m
350m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
(4)
20
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(12)
57
hikers
9.86km
02:42
150m
150m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
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22
hikers
6.87km
01:53
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20
hikers
7.03km
01:58
130m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
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40
hikers
4.97km
01:18
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
riders
62.4km
02:42
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

58
riders
106km
04:41
960m
960m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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61
riders
32.4km
01:26
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

47
riders
34.0km
01:31
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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55
runners
10.2km
01:04
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15
runners
9.69km
01:09
170m
170m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
28.0km
02:58
290m
290m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
riders
48.5km
03:05
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

31
riders
11.8km
01:07
230m
230m
Hard bike ride. Good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

14
riders
55.9km
03:23
470m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
67.2km
04:35
1,140m
1,140m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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30
riders
23.4km
01:10
100m
100m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
riders
38.1km
02:08
260m
260m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
8
riders
26.0km
01:39
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Leathley offers a variety of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Hiking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 20 routes for exploration. These routes are rated an average of 4.46 out of 5 stars by over 88,000 visitors.
Leathley provides numerous hiking trails, with 13 routes specifically for hiking. Options range from easy walks to more challenging trails, often exploring tranquil paths around reservoirs and through ancient woodlands. For detailed information, consult the Hiking around Leathley guide.
Leathley offers several road cycling routes, utilizing quiet country lanes and scenic roads within the North Yorkshire countryside. Cyclists can find routes suitable for various preferences. A comprehensive overview is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Leathley guide.
Leathley features mountain biking opportunities, with at least 1 dedicated MTB route. These trails often incorporate off-road paths and woodland tracks. Further details can be found in the MTB Trails around Leathley guide.
Leathley offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. There are routes designed to be accessible for families, often around scenic reservoirs or through gentle woodlands. The Family-friendly hikes around Leathley guide provides specific recommendations.
Notable natural features near Leathley include Fewston Reservoir and Eccup Reservoir, both offering scenic walking paths. Brimham Rocks, approximately 11 miles (17.7 km) away, features dramatic sandstone formations. Riffa Woods is also a popular spot for local walks.
Leathley provides easy hiking routes suitable for beginners or those seeking a relaxed walk. These trails often feature gentle terrain and picturesque surroundings. Specific easy routes are detailed in the Easy hikes around Leathley guide.
Outdoor routes in Leathley have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from over 4,900 users who have completed and reviewed routes in the region. More than 88,000 visitors have explored Leathley's trails.
Komoot offers several guides for cycling in Leathley, catering to different styles. These include Road Cycling Routes around Leathley, MTB Trails around Leathley, Cycling around Leathley for touring, and Gravel biking around Leathley.
The official website for local community information is the Leathley Village Hall website. This site provides details on local events and some walking routes originating from the village.
Leathley offers opportunities for gravel biking, combining elements of road and off-road cycling. These routes typically utilize a mix of quiet country lanes and unpaved tracks. Information on specific routes can be found in the Gravel biking around Leathley guide.
Leathley features 5 dedicated routes for jogging. These trails provide options for runners to explore the local landscape. Further details are available in the Running Trails around Leathley guide.

