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Middleham Castle – Bolton Castle loop from Middleham

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Mountain biking trails

United Kingdom

England

Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Richmondshire

Middleham

Middleham Castle – Bolton Castle loop from Middleham

Moderate

4.8

(5)

riders

Middleham Castle – Bolton Castle loop from Middleham

02:30

31.3km

510m

Mountain biking

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

Last updated: March 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.30 km for 65 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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177 m

Middleham Castle

Highlight • Castle

The 'Windsor of the North', Middleham Castle is a striking and evocative ruin. The sight of it is unmistakable and impressive as you approach the market town of Middleham. It …

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497 m

Middleham Castle

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The market town of Middleham's cobbled streets, charming tearooms and interesting galleries are the perfect end to a day rambling in the Yorkshire Dales. Nestled between the Rivers Ure and …

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4.29 km

View of Melmerby Moor and Wensleydale Railway Crossing

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Wensleydale Railway crosding

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8.54 km

Undulating Gravel Trails

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8.87 km

Bolton Castle

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

15.4 km

Apedale Road Bothy

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Feels very remote here, but you're not really far away from civilisation. Pick your route. North up a stiff climb to Greets Moss. West on Apedale Road on exquisite gravel. …

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18.0 km

Bolton Castle

Highlight • Castle

Fun fact: It's where James proposed to Hellen on All Creatures Great And Small. Even if you don't want to propose enjoy the castle, the gardens and the falconeer show.

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18.5 km

View of Castle Bolton

Highlight • Historical Site

Good views of Castle Bolton from here.

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31.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

7.84 km

5.59 km

3.47 km

2.25 km

300 m

Surfaces

14.6 km

6.32 km

5.99 km

2.53 km

1.02 km

678 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Thursday 7 May

16°C

6°C

64 %

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Middleham Castle – Bolton Castle loop from Middleham

Middleham Castle

Middleham Castle

View of Melmerby Moor and Wensleydale Railway Crossing

Undulating Gravel Trails

Bolton Castle

Apedale Road Bothy

Bolton Castle

View of Castle Bolton

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