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Almscliffe Crag – View of Almscliffe Crag loop from Otley

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Otley

Almscliffe Crag – View of Almscliffe Crag loop from Otley

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Almscliffe Crag – View of Almscliffe Crag loop from Otley

01:49

28.0km

350m

Cycling

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

Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 26.8 km for 80 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.13 km

Otley Plantation

Forest

3.52 km

Guys Bank

Forest

9.64 km

Almscliffe Crag

Highlight • Natural Monument

Almscliffe crag is a millstone grit rocky outcrop that has been designated an Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It is also sometimes known as Almscliff Crag or Great Almscliff …

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14.0 km

St Barnabas Church and Castley Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A picturesque narrow lane that adds a little distance on the cut through from Pool in Wharfedale to Harrogate Road. The little church of St Barnabas has benches in the pretty grounds to stop for a snack!

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17.5 km

View of Almscliffe Crag

Highlight • Viewpoint

26.8 km

Tittybottle Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tittybottle park, formerly Manor Parade Gardens, is the smallest park in Otley. A slim stretch of greenery alongside the river Wharfe, with plenty seating to watch the ducks and boats go by, ideally with some fish and chips.

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27.2 km

Otley Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Otley isn't just a really characteristic town, it's also mad about cycling, not least because it is the home of Lizzie Armitstead, Olympic road race silver medallist at London 2012. Loads of cafes and a whole lot of charm.

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28.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.6 km

3.91 km

1.26 km

169 m

Surfaces

22.3 km

5.62 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 7 May

13°C

7°C

52 %

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Almscliffe Crag – View of Almscliffe Crag loop from Otley

Almscliffe Crag

St Barnabas Church and Castley Lane

View of Almscliffe Crag

Tittybottle Park

Otley Town Centre

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