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The Coastal Explorer
A road cycling route starting from East Ayton
Embark on a scenic coastal journey with breathtaking views and charming villages.
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The Coastal Explorer is a road cycling route that takes you along the beautiful coastline of North Yorkshire. With a distance of 41 kilometers and an ascent of 334 meters, this route offers a mix of coastal scenery and rolling countryside. Starting near East Ayton, you'll pass through the charming village of Staxton, where you can enjoy a quick break and take in the peaceful atmosphere. The route also includes a gentle climb up Staxton Hill, providing scenic views of the surrounding countryside. With a difficulty rating of 2 out of 5, this route is suitable for cyclists of all skill levels, making it a perfect choice for beginners or those looking for a relaxed ride. The epicness of this route is rated 3, offering a pleasant cycling experience without extreme challenges.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes from East Ayton:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Scarborough](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/scarborough-3.webp)
![Image of Filey](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/filey-5.webp)
![Image of Hunmanby](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/hunmanby-5.webp)
![Image of Thornton Dale](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/thornton-dale-3.webp)
![Image of Pickering](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/pickering-4.webp)
![Image of Norton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/norton-4.webp)
![Image of Malton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/malton-2.webp)
![Image of Sleights](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/sleights-4.webp)