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Southowram to Castle Hill via Brighouse, Penistone, and Royston
A gravel cycling route starting from Southowram
An adventurous tour from Southowram to Castle Hill via Brighouse, Penistone, and Royston
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Covering a distance of 91 km with an ascent of 1237m, this gravel route offers an exhilarating experience for seasoned cyclists. Along the way, riders will pass through diverse landscapes, including charming towns, rolling hills, and picturesque valleys. Highlights include the quaint town of Brighouse, the historical market town of Penistone, and the iconic Castle Hill, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
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91 km
1237 m
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Start: Southowram Village centerSouthowram: Challenging Climbs and Rural Beauty
Southowram is a locality in the United Kingdom, situated in West Yorkshire. As a road and gravel cyclist, Southowram offers a mix of challenging climbs and rural landscapes. The area is known for its winding country lanes and picturesque villages. One famous cycling spot nearby is the Shibden Wall, a short but steep climb that tests cyclists' strength and endurance. With its challenging terrain and scenic beauty, Southowram attracts cyclists seeking a rewarding ride.4 km
4 km
BrighouseTownBrighouse boasts a vibrant canal towpath which presents cyclists with stunning waterway views and an opportunity to spot various wildlife
34 km
34 km
RoystonTownRoyston offers a challenging high point, rewarding riders with breathtaking views that extend for miles across the Yorkshire countryside
57 km
57 km
PenistoneTownPassing through Penistone, riders can appreciate the charming rural atmosphere and traditional market square, perfect for a quick pit stop
76 km
76 km
Castle HillViewpointCastle Hill stands as an iconic landmark with a rich history, offering an unforgettable climb and rewarding panoramic views
79 km
79 km
HuddersfieldTownHuddersfield, known for its rich industrial heritage, presents cyclists with an array of cultural attractions and impressive Victorian architecture
91 km
91 km
Finish: Southowram Village centerSouthowram: Challenging Climbs and Rural Beauty
Cycling routes from Southowram:
Cleckheaton to Brighouse Loop Huddersfield to Siddal Gravel Ride Yorkshire Explorer Southowram to Huddersfield via Brighouse and Elland Liversedge to Brighouse Circuit Pennine Challenge Luddenden by Gravel High Hoyland to Huddersfield Gravel Route Ladstone Rock to Halifax Adventure Southowram to Castle Hill via Brighouse, Penistone, and Royston The Leeds and Bradford Gravel Trail The Holme Valley Road Adventure The Mytholmroyd Gravel Adventure
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Halifax](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/halifax-5.webp)
![Image of Elland](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/elland-5.webp)
![Image of Brighouse](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/brighouse-4.webp)
![Image of Rastrick](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/rastrick-5.webp)
![Image of Holywell Green](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/holywell-green-4.webp)
![Image of Sowerby Bridge](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/sowerby-bridge-3.webp)
![Image of Queensbury](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/queensbury-4.webp)
![Image of Huddersfield](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/huddersfield-4.webp)
![Image of Cleckheaton](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/west-yorkshire/cleckheaton-5.webp)