Decorated Post Box – Helperby Village loop from Alne
Decorated Post Box – Helperby Village loop from Alne
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Decorated Post Box – Helperby Village loop from Alne
03:35
86.5km
200m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 25, 2026
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After 10.8 km for 452 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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25.5 km
Thirsk Market Place and Clock Tower
Highlight • Rest Area
It is famous for its racecourse and the former home of James Herriot, vet and author of the books which inspired 'All Creatures Great and Small', the hit BBC series. His house and vet surgery are now a museum, 'The World of James Herriot'.
Tip by
25.8 km
Thirsk Market Place Clock Tower
Highlight • Rest Area
On our return we were easily spoilt for choice of where to eat. Pubs fish and chips bakeries a great place to spend some down time
Tip by
27.2 km
Decorated Post Box
Highlight • Structure
Tip by
46.3 km
Helperby Village
Highlight • Settlement
There is a lovely cafe and deli in Helperby Stores which is popular with cyclists. Well worth a stop for a meal or coffee and cake if you are passing by.
Tip by
49.1 km
Helperby & Myton Lane
Highlight • Cycleway
The tree-lined roads are beautiful in autumn with the golden colours and in spring when flanked by yellow daffodils.
Tip by
86.5 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
77.6 km
3.45 km
3.26 km
1.32 km
545 m
189 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
82.4 km
2.66 km
895 m
449 m
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