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Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Starbeck

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Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Starbeck

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Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Starbeck

03:08

53.1km

320m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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2.53 km

Knaresborough Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Knaresborough Viaduct is a viaduct in the North Yorkshire town of Knaresborough, England. The viaduct carries the Harrogate line over the River Nidd in the town. The viaduct was supposed …

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2.64 km

The Black Mulberry Café, Knaresborough

Highlight • River

Right on the River Nidd, this lovely cafe welcomes cyclists and dog walkers with a genuine smile, serves delicious coffee, and literally the tastiest pancakes in Yorkshire (along with a host of other homemade cakes too).

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2.68 km

Knaresborough Castle and view over the River Nidd

Highlight • Historical Site

Knaresborough Castle, a bastion cherished by medieval monarchs, graces its surroundings with a stunning presence, commanding a view over the flowing waters of the River Nidd. The castle's historical trail …

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3.56 km

St. Robert's Cave and Sculptures on Abbey Road

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

NCN Route 636 follows the route of the River Nidd, continuing along Abbey Road, a quiet (and gated) road around Knaresborough.

Along with the river views, other points of interest …

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16.3 km

Burton Leonard Village Well and Snowdrop Field

Highlight • Settlement

Great place to stop for a snack and drink

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19.3 km

Bench by the Stream in Bishop Monkton

Highlight • River

A perfect place to sit and and have a rest in a beautiful North Yorkshire village.

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29.0 km

Boroughbridge Weir and Canal

Highlight • River

Nice picnic stop - only a short ride into the town with a good selection of shops

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50.9 km

View of Knaresborough Viaduct

Highlight • River

Nidd Gorge is a ravine of about 3 miles in length between Nidd viaduct and Grimbald bridge. The Knaresborough section along which the NCN 636 runs offers a spectacular viewpoint of the town and bridges.

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53.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.6 km

6.08 km

3.02 km

2.11 km

132 m

100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

51.6 km

1.36 km

100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 9 August

22°C

9°C

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Knaresborough Viaduct – View of Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Starbeck

Knaresborough Viaduct

The Black Mulberry Café, Knaresborough

Knaresborough Castle and view over the River Nidd

St. Robert's Cave and Sculptures on Abbey Road

Burton Leonard Village Well and Snowdrop Field

Bench by the Stream in Bishop Monkton

Boroughbridge Weir and Canal

View of Knaresborough Viaduct

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