Burnsall Bridge – Bolton Priory Ruins loop from Grassington

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Grassington

Burnsall Bridge – Bolton Priory Ruins loop from Grassington

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Burnsall Bridge – Bolton Priory Ruins loop from Grassington

02:01

39.6km

650m

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: August 27, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Yorkshire Dales National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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5.53 km

Burnsall Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

After heavy rain in the Yorkshire Dales, the River Wharfe swells as it rushes through Burnsall Bridge in Lower Wharfedale. The Grade II-listed packhorse bridge dates from the 17th century and was restored in the 19th century.

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6.65 km

Garrelgum

Forest

7.76 km

View of Burnsall and Appletreewick

Highlight • Viewpoint

Head to the craven arms for a mid ride pint

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9.29 km

View of Appletreewick

Highlight • River

The road between Barden and Burnsall on the B6160 is pretty gorgeous with typical Yorkshire scenery. The views out towards Appletreewick and the river Wharfe are pretty pleasing to the …

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10.5 km

Bull Coppy Wood

Forest

14.8 km

Bolton Priory Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

A really popular place to visit right on the river with huge estate grounds around the 12th century monastery ruins for beautiful walks and family days out.

From Skipton there's …

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17.0 km

Quiet Lane to Skipton via Halton East

Highlight • Trail

Lovely quiet road through the fields

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23.4 km

Barden Moor Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

The start of this climb is very steep, with twisting road and gradient of up to 21%. It eases out closer to the top with a stunning view over the valley.

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