Bingley Bash — Bingley and Cullingworth loop

Embark on the Bingley Bash, a popular mountain bike loop that takes you through the varied Yorkshire countryside. This moderate route covers 14.1 miles (22.6 km) with 1361 feet (415 metres) of elevation gain, typically completed in 1 hour and 53 minutes. You will experience a mix of rolling hills, expansive moorlands, and dense woodlands, often alongside the River Aire and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Expect a highly varied terrain, including rocky, rooty, and flowy singletrack sections, as well as drops, mud, and gravel.

While the Bingley Bash is rideable year-round, be prepared for some sections to become particularly muddy in winter. The trail is rated as moderate by Komoot, but it does require good fitness and advanced riding skills, with quick descents and hard climbs. You will be sharing public bridleways with walkers and horse riders, so courteous riding is essential. Some portions of the route may even require you to dismount and push your bike.

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