Melmerby is a village situated in Cumbria's Eden Valley, offering a diverse landscape for outdoor pursuits. Located at the foot of the Pennine Scar, it provides direct access to the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including Melmerby Fell and Cross Fell. The area's varied terrain, from the verdant Eden Valley to the challenging fells, supports several sports like road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Melmerby provides a range of outdoor…
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Average rating
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4
hikers
12.7km
03:40
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24
hikers
6.48km
01:56
210m
210m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
hikers
9.36km
02:37
180m
180m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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332
riders
71.0km
03:28
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

206
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98.0km
05:34
1,820m
1,830m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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121
riders
45.9km
02:00
410m
410m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

109
riders
59.3km
03:09
950m
950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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74
riders
70.3km
04:51
1,200m
1,190m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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65
riders
35.8km
02:14
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
riders
53.6km
03:40
860m
860m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35
riders
54.8km
03:24
550m
540m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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58
riders
35.2km
03:29
820m
820m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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36
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35.7km
03:15
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
20.2km
01:55
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

21
riders
43.4km
04:01
1,060m
1,060m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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10
riders
94.1km
06:50
1,900m
1,900m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.3km
02:14
580m
570m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
37.5km
02:39
730m
730m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
38.3km
02:53
710m
710m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
runners
9.78km
01:17
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.4km
01:20
290m
290m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.68km
00:53
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
11.5km
01:14
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Melmerby offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features 13 routes with an average rating of 4.51 stars from over 2,000 ratings. More than 16,000 visitors have explored the area.
Road cycling in Melmerby often features the A686, which climbs over Hartside Pass to an elevation of 1,904 feet (580 m). This route offers panoramic views and is part of the popular Sea to Sea Cycle Route. For more options, refer to the Road Cycling Routes around Melmerby guide.
Melmerby offers hiking options ranging from gentle strolls to more strenuous fell walks. The area includes bridleways and sections of the old Roman Road, The Maiden Way. For easier walks, consult the Easy hikes around Melmerby guide.
Melmerby is situated at the foot of the Pennine Scar, providing access to the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Notable features include Melmerby Fell, Cross Fell (the highest point in the Pennines), and the River Eden. Historic sites like the Long Meg and Her Daughters stone circle are also nearby.
While specific dedicated bike parks are not detailed, the fells like Melmerby Fell and numerous bridleways in the North Pennines offer varied terrain suitable for mountain biking. The general character of the North Pennines is conducive to this activity. Explore options in the MTB Trails around Melmerby guide.
Melmerby's location in the Eden Valley provides quieter roads and bridleways that can be suitable for family cycling. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, touring cycling options are available. Refer to the Cycling around Melmerby guide for touring routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Melmerby, including Road Cycling Routes, Hiking, Touring Cycling, MTB Trails, Easy Hikes, Running Trails, and Gravel Biking.
Cross Fell, the highest point in the Pennines, is located just a few miles from Melmerby. It offers challenging terrain for hikers. Melmerby Fell is also directly accessible from the village, providing additional hiking opportunities.
Melmerby is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 16,000 visitors having explored its routes. The 13 available routes have received over 2,000 ratings, averaging 4.51 out of 5 stars.
For local information, the Melmerby Parish Council maintains a website at melmerby.org.uk. You can also contact them by phone at +447709599650 for specific inquiries.
Yes, Melmerby offers opportunities for gravel biking, utilizing the varied terrain of the fells and bridleways. A dedicated guide, Gravel biking around Melmerby, is available to help plan routes.
Melmerby's terrain is diverse, ranging from the verdant countryside of the Eden Valley to the challenging fells of the North Pennines. This includes the Pennine Scar, Melmerby Fell, and the imposing Cross Fell, offering options for various activity levels.

