Tour: North York Moors Cycleway (E)(EP)

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PostcodeYO18 7AL
Map Reference54.2448, -0.775524
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Ride length278 km
Climbing7966 m
MaxGradient33.2759% (suspect calcs!)
Ride effort7630.73 tcEnergy
Added byNeil Wheadon
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Start at Smiddy Hill, Pickering YO18 7AL

See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway

The North York Moors Cycleway passes through our iconic heather landscape, around hidden valleys, meander through deep forests and experience stunning views along our rugged coastline on a 171 mile (276km) figure of eight loop.

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But… it’s not a loop is it. And having to ride on the A6 Cromford to Matlock is no fun. Plus the alleged link between the end of the Monsal trail is a “bike on your shoulder” hike up a hill. I’ve done variations on that “loop” several times in the past. Some nice riding to be had for sure but it’s no picnic and not for the inexperienced.

The Rides

1: North York Moors Cycleway: 1a Pickering to Scarborough (E)

Start at Smiddy Hill, Pickering YO18 7AL Ordnance Survey OL map number 26 and 27 See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/our-cycle-routes/activity-details?id=801931020 Leave Pickering on a cycle path into the pretty village of Thornton le Dale before winding through Dalby, 'The Great Yorkshire Forest'. The route then heads through green fertile valleys before a gradual descent to the coast and more ...

2: North York Moors Cycleway: 2a Scarborough to Whitby (E)

Start at High St, Burniston, Scarborough YO13 0HH Ordnance Survey OL map number 26 and 27 See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/our-cycle-routes/activity-details?id=801931020#dmdtab=oax-tab5&ipd=801932240 After leaving Scarborough head along quiet coastal roads and the old railway line, now known as the Cinder Track (CT) passing the wildlife haven of Ravenscar and the picturesque old fishing more ...

3: North York Moors Cycleway: 3a Whitby to Hutton le Hole (E)

Start at North Terrace, Whitby YO21 3HA Ordnance Survey OL map number 26 and 27 See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/our-cycle-routes/activity-details?id=801932359 Head out of Whitby enjoying sea views then turn inland before the storybook seaside village of Sandsend. Through narrow wooded roads you'll head onto the wide open plateaus of beautiful heather moorland with 360 degree vistas. Pa more ...

4: North York Moors Cycleway: 4a Hutton le Hole to Helmsley (E)

Start at Main Street, Hutton-le-Hole, York YO62 6UA See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway From the picturesque village of Hutton le Hole you'll head into the tranquil and remote 'hidden' valley of Bransdale undulating round the valley on a twisting moorland road before descending into the market town of Helmsley. Tips and suggestions The North York Moors Cycleway There's no better way to explore the stunning scenery of the North York Moors National more ...

5: North York Moors Cycleway: 5a Helmsley to Osmotherley (E)

Start at Bondgate Garage, Helmsley, York YO62 5EZ See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway From Helmsley head past the historic Nunnington Hall, Ampleforth Abbey and ruined Byland Abbey before the big climb up to the plateau of Sutton Bank and England's finest view. After the open plateau you'll wind your way through a mix of deep valleys and open moorland before reaching Osmotherley on the edge of the Cleveland Hills. Tips and suggestions The North Yo more ...

6: North York Moors Cycleway: 6a Osmotherley to Rosedale Abbey (E)

Start at The Three Tuns Inn, 9 S End, Osmotherley, Northallerton DL6 3BN See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/our-cycle-routes/activity-details?id=801949446 A day of wonderfully varied scenery. Starting with Cod Beck Reservoir and through villages near the northern edge of the National Park before heading out onto more beautiful rolling moorland landscape passing Young Ralph Cross, the symb more ...

7: North York Moors Cycleway: 7a Rosedale Abbey to Pickering (E)

Start at Rosedale Abbey, Pickering YO18 8RA See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/north-york-moors-cycleway See https://www.northyorkmoors.org.uk/things-to-do/cycling/our-cycle-routes/activity-details?id=801949541 Head out of Rosedale Abbey and along the valley before climbing into Cropton and heading along past the ancient Cawthorn Roman Camps and descending with far reaching views over the Vale of Pickering. Tips and suggestions The North York Moors Cycleway There's no bet more ...

Places of Interest

Distance (km)CategoryTitleDescription
0.0bike/shopBig Bear Bikes (Pickering)The Co-Op Building, 2 Southgate, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 8BL Company no. 07437661
0.0food/bakeryThomas The Baker (Pickering) - Thomas the Baker33-34 Market Pl, Pickering YO18 7AE
0.0food/cafeRussells (Pickering)20 Market Pl, Pickering YO18 7AE Open daily 07:30 - 16:00
0.0interest/vintageRailwayNorth Yorkshire Moors Railway and Pickles Tearoom (Pickering) Cafe - Open daily 09:00 - 17:00 https://www.facebook.com/northyorkshiremoorsrailway
0.0travel/railStationPickering Railway Station (Pickering)28 Park St, Pickering YO18 7AJ
2.0children/miscCedarbarn Farm Shop, Cafe & Miniature RailwayThornton Road, Pickering, North Yorkshire YO18 7JX Open daily 09:00 - 16:00 (Till 15:00 on Sunday)
4.1bike/shopDalby Bike Barn (Thornton Dale)The Square, Maltongate, Thornton Dale, Pickering YO18 7LF
4.1food/cafeLavenders Tea Rooms (Thornton Le Dale)The Forge, The Square, Thornton Le Dale, YO18 7RN CLOSED TUESDAY
5.1food/icecreamBalderson’s Ice Cream Parlour (Thornton Dale)Chestnut Ave, Thornton Dale, Pickering YO18 7RR
9.2bike/hireDalby Forest Cycle Hub (Thornton Dale)The Courtyard, Dalby Forest Dr, Thornton Dale, Pickering YO18 7LT, United Kingdom Dalby Forest Cycle Hub has been established in order to offer a great cycling experience to everyone regardless of the ...
9.2travel/chargingDalby Forest Cycle Hub (Dalby Forest)Courtyard Thornton-le-Dale YO18 7LT North Yorkshire A free to use charging station for E-Bikes. This station is specifically designed to cater for e-bikes and has plugs for Bosch and Shimano manufactu ...
10.2interest/visitorCentreDalby Forest Visitors Centre and dalby Forest Cafe (Low Dalby) - Forestry EnglandDalby Visitor Centre, Low Dalby, Thornton-Le-Dale, Pickering Glacial valleys to the south create a unique 'rigg and dale' landscape, while the north of the forest sits on an upland plateau. The landsc ...
11.2food/cafeLockton Tea Rooms & Gallery (Lockton)Hudgin Lane, Lockton, North Yorkshire YO18 7QA JUNE - SEPT o Wed - Sat 10am to 4pm & Sun 10am to 3pm (in 2022)
14.2interest/miscAdder Stone (Allerston)Allerston, Pickering YO18 7LR Quiet and peaceful parking place in the woods from where you can take a walk and explore this southern end of the North Yorkshire Moors. The Adder Stone is an Interesting ...
14.2interest/wildlifeBridestones, Crosscliff and Blakey Topping (Ravenscar) - National Trust)Bridestones Peakside Ravenscar North Yorkshire YO13 0NE Moorland nature reserve with unusual and unique rock formations
29.2stay/BandBThe Foulsyke (Scalby)Barmoor Ln, Scalby, Scarborough YO13 0PG CLOSED MONDAY and TUESDAY. Looks like more of an afternoon tea place, please check https://www.facebook.com/foulsyke
39.4food/cafeRavenscar Tearooms (Ravenscar) 1 Station Square, Ravenscar, North Yorkshire YO13 0LU
44.4stay/cycleCampingMiddlewood Farm Holiday Park (Fylingthorpe)Middlewood Farm Holiday Park, Fylingthorpe, Robin Hood's Bay Whitby, YO22 4UF Cyclecamper (2024) Another one found in research for EV12 North Sea Cycle Route. Not visited in person. On enquiring - GBP ...
45.4food/cafeThe Cove Cafe & Chapel (Robin Hood's Bay)The Old Chapel, Chapel Street, Robin Hood's Bay, Whitby YO22 4SQ Open DAILY o 9.30am - 4pm This is also a wedding venue, so might be useful to check first https://www.facebook.com/thecoverhbcafe SIT A ...
45.4food/cafeRobin Hood's Bay Museum (Robin Hood's Bay)Fisherhead, Robin Hood's Bay, 4TQ, Whitby Welcome to the Robin Hood's Bay and Fylingdales Museum, which is situated in the old Coroner's Room and Mortuary. This small museum in the heart of the villag ...
45.4stay/cycleCampingHooks House Farm (Whitby)Hooks House Farm, Whitby Road, Whitby YO22 4PE Cyclecamper (2024) NOT VISITED In planning Website (2024) We are unable to accommodate works vehicles or large vans, please contact if you have any queri ...
54.6food/cafeHarbourside Tea Room (Whitby)The Fleece, 183 Church St, Whitby YO22 4AS
54.6interest/churchWhitby Abbey (Whitby) - English HeritageAbbey Lane, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JT Whitby Abbey has been inspiring visitors for nearly 1500 years - now it's your turn. Follow in the footsteps of artists, writers and religious leaders to ...
54.6interest/churchChurch of St Mary (Whitby)Abbey Plain, Whitby YO22 4JR Historic 12th-century church boasting panoramic views
54.6interest/miscDracula Experience Ltd (Whitby)9, Marine Parade, Whitby YO21 3PR The Dracula Experience is a unique tour through the Dracula story and the connection to Whitby. Using animated scenes, electronic special effects and live actors.
54.6interest/museumCaptain Cook Memorial Museum (Whitby)Grape Ln, Whitby YO22 4BA For ten years, Cook explored the unknown waters of the Pacific, South Atlantic and Arctic oceans. Cook learnt his seaman's trade in Whitby. The Museum is in the 17th century ...
54.6stay/hostelYHA Whitby and cafe East Cliff, Abbey House, Whitby YO22 4JT YHA ACCESS INFORMATION 2022 in DOCUMENT Cafe - Open 10:00 - 16:00
55.6food/cafeBotham's of Whitby (Whitby)35/39 Skinner St, Whitby YO21 3AH
57.6food/cafe Sandside Cafe (Sandsend)East Row, Sandsend, North Yorkshire YO21 3SU We are open every day, year-round, from 9am Sandside was always known as the little cafe with the big view, sitting as it does on the very edge of the beac ...
57.6interest/beachSandsend BeachA lovely location. As a continuation of the Whitby beach the sand is a soft golden yellow. There is the added bonus of having a small river flowing out to sea in Sandsend which creates a small lagoon ...
57.6misc/toiletsPublic Toilets SandsendSandsend Rd, Whitby YO21 3SX
64.8interest/vintageRailwayGrosmont Station and tearoom (Grosmont)Front St, Grosmont, Whitby YO22 5QE
65.8misc/bcqBCQ Question BCQ396This is a BCQ challedge location near Egton in the couny of North Yorkshire of North East England.See here for details of the BCQ challenge.OS map 94 NZ 8087 0659.Question number: BCQ396.Question: Opp ...
72.1food/cafeBeck View Tea Room (Lealholm)Lealholm Ln, Lealholm, Whitby YO21 2AG
72.1food/cafeShepherds Hall Tea Rooms (Lealholm)Lealholm Ln, Lealholm, Whitby YO21 2AQ Closes in the winter
77.1interest/visitorCentreDanby Lodge National Park Centre and Park Life CafeLodge Lane, Danby, Whitby, YO21 2NB Danby Lodge is our historic visitor centre, set in an idyllic spot on the banks of the River Esk, near Danby. From the doorstep, you can see pretty much everything ...
83.2food/cafeYorkshire Cycle Hub and cafe (Lealholm)Fryup Gill Farm, Great Fryup Dale, Lealholm, Whitby, N Yorkshire, YO21 2AP Open Daily 9am - 5pm except Tuesday's we close at 4.30pm Cafe - Open Thursday - Sunday 9am - 5pm At the Yorkshire Cycle Hub y ...
92.4misc/toiletsToilets (Rosedale Abbey)Rosedale Abbey, Pickering YO18 8RA
104.6food/cafeThe Old School House Deli and Bakery (Hutton-le-Hole)Main Street, Hutton-le-Hole, York YO62 6UA
104.6food/cafeThe Forge Tea Rooms & Ice Cream Parlour (Hutton-le-Hole) Main Street, Hutton-le-Hole, York YO62 6UA
104.6interest/museumRyedale Folk Museum (Kirkbymoorside)Ryedale Folk Museum, Hutton le Hole, North Yorkshire, YO62 6UA Ryedale Folk Museum is a large open-air site with historic buildings. Telling the story of life on the North York Moors across 4,000 year ...
121.8stay/cycleCampingBonfield Ghyll Farm Camping (Helmsley)Bonfield Ghyll Farm Camping, Helmsley, York YO62 5GZ Owner (Aug 2024) - We would love to welcome cyclists to our pop-up campsite. We are on an isolated off-grid farm just off the Bransdale cycle loop ...
132.0food/bakeryThomas The Baker (Helmesley) - Thomas the BakerThe Bakers Yard, Sawmill Lane, Helmsley, York, YO62 5DQ
132.0food/cafeNumber 12 (Helmsley)12 Castlegate, Helmsley, York YO62 5AB Previously Castlegate tearoom We are a Tearoom in Helmsley, serving a variety of local good quality produce and our own blend of artisan roast coffee. With dual ...
132.0food/cafeCrema Coffee House (Helmsley)2-3 Borogate, Helmsley, York YO62 5BN
132.0food/cafeThe Cafe on the Square (Helmesley)10 Market Pl, Helmsley, York YO62 5BL
132.0food/cafePorters Coffee Shop and B&B (Helmsley)19 Bridge St, Helmsley, York YO62 5BG Open daily 09:00 - 16:30 CLOSED TUESDAY
132.0food/cafeBarkers Cafe Bar (Helmesley)Barkers Yard, Helmsley, York YO62 5DR Open everyday 10;00 -16:30
132.0food/icecreamRyeburn of Helmsley (Helmsley)Ryeburn of Helmsley, Church Farm, Cleveland Way, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, YO62 5AE, UK
132.0interest/castleHelmsley Castle (Helmsley) - English HeritageCastlegate, Helmsley YO62 5AB Unlock 900 years of life at Helmsley Castle, a must-see for any visitor to the picturesque market town of Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park. Discover how the ...
132.0interest/gardenHelmsley Walled Garden (Helmsley)Cleveland Way, Helmsley, York YO62 5AH
132.0stay/hostelYHA HelmsleyYHA Helmsley, Carlton Lane, Helmsley, North Yorkshire, YO62 5HB Located in one of the prettiest market towns in North Yorkshire, this cosy, award-winning hostel, offers great facilities and is great f ...
133.0interest/historicHelmsley Archeological Store (Helmsley) - English HeritageRiccal Dr, Helmsley, York, YO62 5DP Helmsley Archaeology Store holds the extensive archaeological collections and paper based archives from English Heritage guardianship sites from the North of Englan ...
140.1food/cafeThe Old Yard Coffee Shop (Nunnington)Nunnington Studios, Nunnington, York YO62 5UX
140.1interest/houseNunnington Hall and tearoom (Nunnington) - National TrustNunnington, York YO62 5UY Enjoy the atmosphere of this beautiful Yorkshire manor house, nestled on the quiet banks of the River Rye. Explore the period rooms whilst hearing the Hall's many tales and d ...
147.2food/cafeTea Room at Ampleforth Abbey (York)Ampleforth Abbey, York, YO62 4EN College + Abbey, Ampleforth, York YO62 4EY Good tearoom, located near abby, in the grounds of the college. Love the little chairs ? homemade cake selection, large port ...
149.2food/cafeHearts of Ampleforth (Ampleforth)Fir House West End, Ampleforth, York YO62 4DU
152.3interest/churchByland Abbey (Byland) - English HeritageByland, Coxwold, North Yorkshire, YO61 4BD Free Entry Byland Abbey is the perfect place to stop on a family day out, or if you're walking or cycling in the North York Moors National Park. Once one of ...
157.3food/cafeMouseman Museum, Cafe and Visitors Center (Kilburn)The Mouseman Visitor Centre, Kilburn, Coxwold York YO61 4AH 'T' Cafe You may wish to take advantage of our pleasant Cafe surroundings. Home baked cakes along with freshly ground coffee and good old Ta ...
160.4bike/shopSutton Bank Bikes Ltd (Thirsk)National Park Centre, Sutton Bank, Thirsk, YO7 2EH
160.4interest/visitorCentreSutton Bank National Park Centre and Park Life Cafe (Thirsk)Sutton Bank, Thirsk YO7 2EH Vet and author James Herriot declared the tremendous view from the dramatic Sutton Bank escarpment over the Vale of Mowbray and the Vale of York, the "finest in England". S ...
165.4stay/campsiteHigh Paradise Farm camping (Boltby)Boltby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7 2HT. Facilities for all campers. There is a block with x4 toilets, x1 power shower, and a washing up area. There is also x2 sockets so you can charge your phones an ...
169.5food/cafeHawnby Tea Room and shop (Hawnby)Front Street, Hawnby, York North Yorkshire YO62 5QR
183.7interest/churchMount Grace Priory and cafe (Northallerton) English Heritage / National TrustStaddle Bridge, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL6 3JG England's most important, best preserved and most accessible of the ten medieval Carthusian houses (charterhouses) in England. The individual ce ...
187.8food/cafeThe Rusty Bike Cafe (Swainby)20 Black Horse Ln, Swainby, Northallerton DL6 3EW Open 10.00 - 16.00 Friday - Tuesday CLOSED WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY
187.8food/shopSwainby Village Store90 High St, Swainby, Northallerton DL6 3DG I think this serves tea as well?
207.0stay/cycleCampingKildale Camping Barn, Byre and Campsite (Kildale)Kildale Camping Barn, Byre and Campsite, Park Farm, Kildale, Whitby, North Yorkshire YO21 2RN Cycle Camper Update (2024) Do not follow SatNav! I spent quite a bit of time wandering around on the hill ...
228.3food/cafeGraze On The Green (Rosedale Abbey)12 Rosedale Abbey, Rosedale Abbey, Pickering North Yorkshire YO18 8RA Open Wednesday - Friday 10:00 - 17:00, Saturday and Sunday 09:00 - 17:00 CLOSED MONDAY and TUESDAY
228.3food/cafeAbbey Stores And Tearoom (Rosedale Abbey)Abbey Stores And tearooms, Rosedale Abbey, Pickering YO18 8SA Open daily 08:30 - 17:00
235.5food/pubThe New Inn (Pickering)The New Inn, Cropton Lane, Pickering YO18 8HH On S edge of N Yorks Moors, near Pickering. Brewery/ pub camping field. GBP8pppn (2024). Toilet block. Haven't stayed there yet, waiting for the rain to s ...
236.5misc/bcqBCQ Question BCQ395This is a BCQ challedge location near Cropton in the couny of North Yorkshire of North East England.See here for details of the BCQ challenge.OS map 94 SE 7572 8921.Question number: BCQ395.Question: O ...
243.7interest/castlePickering Castle (Pickering) - English HeritageCastlegate, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7AX Set in the attractive Moors-edge market town of Pickering; discover how this splendid 13th century castle was used throughout the centuries. This touri ...

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