Glusburn to Settle Loop
A road cycling route starting from Glusburn
Journey through historic villages and picturesque landscapes on this road cycling route.
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This 90-kilometer route with an ascent of 1303 meters takes you from Glusburn to Settle, passing through some of North Yorkshire's most scenic areas. Along the way, you'll encounter highlights such as Colne, Chatburn, Tosside, Settle, Scaleber Force Waterfall, Airton, Haw Crag, Thorlby, and Cononley.
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Start: Glusburn Village centerGlusburn: Tranquil countryside cycling in North Yorkshire's Glusburn.
Glusburn is a small town located in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom. For road and gravel cyclists, Glusburn offers beautiful countryside routes with rolling hills and stunning vistas. The region has a strong cycling culture, and there are several popular road cycling clubs based in the area. Cyclists can enjoy scenic rides passing through quaint villages and lush green fields. A well-known climb nearby is Jacobs Ladder, which offers a challenging ascent for advanced cyclists. Glusburn is a great location for cyclists looking for tranquil routes and a vibrant cycling community.12 km
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ColneTownColne is a charming town situated on the banks of the River Colne, known for its industrial heritage.
28 km
28 km
ChatburnVillageChatburn is a picturesque village with a historic stone bridge and delightful countryside surroundings.
47 km
47 km
TossideVillageTosside offers stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales and is an excellent spot for birdwatching.
59 km
59 km
SettleTownSettle is a bustling market town with a rich history and a gateway to the Yorkshire Dales National Park.
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61 km
Scaleber Force WaterfallViewpointScaleber Force Waterfall is a mesmerizing natural waterfall tucked away in a secluded wooded gorge.
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69 km
AirtonVillageAirton is a charming village known for its historic church and proximity to the ruins of Ewanbriggs Farm.
71 km
71 km
Haw Crag206 mPeakHaw Crag is a limestone outcrop offering magnificent views of the River Aire and surrounding countryside.
79 km
79 km
ThorlbyVillageThorlby is a small village with a lovely village green and breathtaking views of the Yorkshire Dales.
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87 km
CononleyVillageCononley is a delightful village known for its medieval architecture and beautiful surrounding countryside.
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90 km
Finish: Glusburn Village centerGlusburn: Tranquil countryside cycling in North Yorkshire's Glusburn.
Cycling routes from Glusburn:
Gargrave and the Hellifield Loop Kildwick and the Washburn Valley Silsden and Rombald's Moor Gravel Loop Skipton and Pateley Bridge Gravel Adventure Glusburn to Addingham Loop Glusburn to Gisburn Loop Glusburn to Skipton Loop Salterforth and Otterburn Road Experience Glusburn to Settle Loop Glusburn to Pateley Bridge Loop
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