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Almscliffe Crag – View of the Valley loop from Otley

Yorkshire And The Humber

Leeds

Otley

Almscliffe Crag – View of the Valley loop from Otley

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5.0

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Almscliffe Crag – View of the Valley loop from Otley

01:12

25.5km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 24.6 km for 197 m

After 24.9 km for 80 m

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15.0 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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15.0 km

View of the Valley

Highlight • Viewpoint

After a long climb - perfect place to take a sip while enjoying the stunning view

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15.1 km

The Crag Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Lovely quiet lane, single track in most places, winding down from The Crag towards Leathley where you can easily head to Otley, Pool in Wharfedale or Harrogate direction.

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20.5 km

Farnley Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Good place to warm up for Norwood edge climb. Cars go flying down here so be aware

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22.5 km

Nidderdale National Landscape

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Watch out for potholes!

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24.7 km

Wharfemeadows Park and River Wharfe

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a sitting area next to Wharfemeadows Park were you can feed the ducks and even look at nearby Bridge Street in Otley. It's a great place to just …

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24.9 km

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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25.3 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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25.5 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.3 km

4.60 km

296 m

262 m

Surfaces

25.0 km

435 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (170 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

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Tuesday 1 September

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Almscliffe Crag – View of the Valley loop from Otley

Almscliffe Crag

View of the Valley

The Crag Lane

Farnley Climb

Nidderdale National Landscape

Wharfemeadows Park and River Wharfe

Tittybottle Park

Otley Town Centre

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