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Yorkshire And The Humber

Cow and Calf Rocks Summit – Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb loop from Ilkley

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Yorkshire And The Humber

Cow and Calf Rocks Summit – Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb loop from Ilkley

Moderate

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Cow and Calf Rocks Summit – Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb loop from Ilkley

01:26

25.8km

490m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.3 km for 197 m

After 13.6 km for 80 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

5.72 km

Askwith Descent

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Make sure your brakes work!

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2

13.4 km

Wharfemeadows Park and River Wharfe

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a sitting area next to Wharfemeadows Park were you can feed the ducks and even look at nearby Bridge Street in Otley. It's a great place to just relax and listen to the sound of the river running by.

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3

13.6 km

Tittybottle Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tittybottle park, formerly Manor Parade Gardens, is the smallest park in Otley. A slim stretch of greenery alongside the river Wharfe, with plenty seating to watch the ducks and boats go by, ideally with some fish and chips.

The park got became known as Titttybottle park after its popularity with mother's who would be found seated, feeding their babies.

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4

14.0 km

Otley Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

Otley isn't just a really characteristic town, it's also mad about cycling, not least because it is the home of Lizzie Armitstead, Olympic road race silver medallist at London 2012. Loads of cafes and a whole lot of charm.

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5

15.3 km

West Chevin Road Climb

Highlight • Climb

Steady climb with a short steep section

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6

18.1 km

Pickard's Deli

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic pork pies, friendly service, outdoor seating. A winner!

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7

23.8 km

Cow and Calf Rocks Summit

Highlight • Climb

There is a pub and a cafe, it's a great climb (or descent) but also has fantastic walking routes at the top!

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8

24.1 km

Cow and Calf Rocks Hill Climb

Highlight • Natural Monument

From Ilkley the climb is steady with one steep section towards to the top. Keep something back for that otherwise it’s tough.

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B

25.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.9 km

446 m

186 m

137 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.4 km

156 m

151 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (260 m)

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