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View of Knaresborough Viaduct – Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Scotton

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United Kingdom

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Yorkshire And The Humber

North Yorkshire

Harrogate

Scotton

View of Knaresborough Viaduct – Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Scotton

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View of Knaresborough Viaduct – Knaresborough Viaduct loop from Scotton

00:49

13.6km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

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Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 6.38 km for 29 m

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Parking

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3.22 km

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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3.56 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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3.67 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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3.71 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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4.31 km

Mother Shipton Inn

Highlight • Pub

Great beer garden at the rear that overlooks the river and viaduct

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4.72 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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6.39 km

Saint Robert's Cave

Highlight • Historical Site

Lovely quiet spot by the river Nidd with fascinating hermit and murder mystery history!

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13.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.55 km

3.25 km

532 m

127 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.2 km

1.11 km

123 m

100 m

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Tuesday 26 May

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