Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

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Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

Moderate

runners

Richmond Castle – Richmond Town Centre loop from Richmond

01:20

11.3km

230m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

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Parking

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671 m

Richmond Falls on the River Swale

Highlight • Waterfall

This is reputed to be the fastest river in England. The water rises and falls very quickly and we have seen a wall of water come down the river and rise by over 10feet overnight. People have drown in the Swale so this river needs to be treated with great respect.

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813 m

Richmond Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Just an awesome area to cycle

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1.22 km

Richmond Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Referred to as the jewel in the heart of North Yorkshire, the picturesque town of Richmond is renowned for breathtaking beauty that has inspired painters and poets for centuries. Boasting a fine example of a Norman castle, Georgian architecture, a traditional cobbled market place, the beautiful River Swale, and with plenty of museums, cafes, and restaurants, there is plenty for you to explore here.

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1.53 km

View of Richmond Castle from the River Swale Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

From the bridge over the River Swale there is a wonderful view of Richmond Castle.

The castle is a Norman Fortress, built to keep in check 'the rebellious North' in 1086. It is the most well-preserved Norman castle in England following restoration in the 19th century.

The castle is open to the public, for more information visit the website
english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/richmond-castle

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1.95 km

View of Richmond Castle from Low Bank Wood

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just outside Richmond, this is a lovely wood for a short stroll with the family or a beginning of a longer walk. From the path running alongside the river, there are truly terrific views of the Richmond Castle.

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