Farndale Loop Route Details

A long, remote and challenging ride in the middle of the moors.

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At the crossing of the old railway

Did I say boggy? The trail is non-existant here. Sorry.

A nice spot for lunch

One of the more rideable bits of the climb

On Ruddland Rigg in winter on a wild day

Distance:

22.9 miles (36.8 km)

Ascent:

3215 feet (980 m)

Offroad:

83%

Difficulty:

Start Low Mill car park, Farndale. OS GR SE 671 952

Facilities Shop in Hutton-le-Hole, pub in Church Houses near start. Cafe in Church Houses, tea-rooms in Low Mill during daffodil season.

OS Map EX026