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Garforth to Sandal Castle and Kippax Road Loop
A road cycling route starting from Garforth
Explore the historical sites of Sandal Castle and Kippax on this scenic road cycling route.
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Embark on a road cycling adventure from Garforth to Sandal Castle, where you can marvel at the historic ruins and learn about its fascinating past. Continue onwards to Kippax, a charming village known for its picturesque scenery and friendly atmosphere. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful West Yorkshire countryside, with rolling hills and stunning views. This route provides a moderate challenge for well-trained amateur cyclists, with some steady climbs and a total ascent of 648 meters. It offers a great balance of rideability, scenic beauty, and cultural highlights.
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Start: Garforth City centerGarforth: Stunning cycling routes with access to Yorkshire Dales National Park in West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Garforth is a town located in West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. From a cyclist's perspective, Garforth offers a mix of road cycling and mountain biking opportunities. The area is surrounded by beautiful countryside with well-maintained roads that are popular among road cyclists. There are also nearby trails and paths perfect for mountain biking enthusiasts. While there are no widely famous cycling spots or well-known climbs in Garforth, cyclists can explore the challenging terrain and picturesque landscapes of the nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park.3 km
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KippaxTownVisit the impressive ruins of Sandal Castle, a medieval fortress with a rich history.
25 km
25 km
Thorpe AudlinVillageExplore Thorpe Audlin, a charming village with beautiful architecture and a vibrant local community.
40 km
40 km
Great HoughtonVillagePass through Great Houghton, a traditional English village surrounded by picturesque countryside.
63 km
63 km
Sandal CastleCastle RuinsDiscover Sandal Castle, a historic landmark that offers panoramic views of the surrounding area.
82 km
82 km
Finish: Garforth City centerGarforth: Stunning cycling routes with access to Yorkshire Dales National Park in West Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
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Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Kippax](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/kippax-4.webp)
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![Image of Scholes](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/scholes-5.webp)
![Image of Castleford](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/castleford-5.webp)
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![Image of Monk Fryston](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/north-yorkshire/monk-fryston-5.webp)
![Image of Bramham](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/bramham-5.webp)