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Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Starbeck

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Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Starbeck

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197

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Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Starbeck

00:57

15.8km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.59 km

View of the Nidd Gorge from the Nidd Viaduct.

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The Nidd Viaduct spans the Nidd Gorge at Bilton, near Harrogate. It is sometimes known as the Bilton Viaduct and was built in 1848. From here you can enjoy gorgeous …

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3.68 km

Bilton Greenway

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Great, traffic- free route from Ripley to Harrogate. A lot of the roads into and around Harrogate aren't very cycling-friendly so it's great to have this option.

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6.19 km

Grassy Path Along the Gravel

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6.63 km

Ripley Bridge and Waterfall

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7.63 km

Ripley Castle and Bridge

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Ripley Castle is a country mansion rather than a castle, and although privately owned, is open to the public for guided tours. There is a Castle Tearoom if you are …

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7.65 km

The Boar's Head

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Very nice pub Had a great lunch here.

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11.9 km

Nidderdale Greenway Over Nidd Moor

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The Nidderdale Greenway is a 4.2-mile (6.5km) route on the National Cycle Network, connecting Harrogate to Ripley. Great views throughout, especially going over Nidd Moor.

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15.5 km

Cyclist Sculpture in Harrogate

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15.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.9 km

2.15 km

745 m

612 m

204 m

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

1.63 km

409 m

204 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

13°C

2°C

19 %

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Bilton Greenway – The Boar's Head loop from Starbeck

View of the Nidd Gorge from the Nidd Viaduct.

Bilton Greenway

Grassy Path Along the Gravel

Ripley Bridge and Waterfall

Ripley Castle and Bridge

The Boar's Head

Nidderdale Greenway Over Nidd Moor

Cyclist Sculpture in Harrogate

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