Masham Market Square – Middleham Castle loop from Masham

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Masham Market Square – Middleham Castle loop from Masham

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Masham Market Square – Middleham Castle loop from Masham

04:22

88.0km

880m

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: August 11, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 20.2 km for 87 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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79 m

Masham Market Square

Highlight • Restaurant

This 4 mile walk - the Masham leaves walk is a route with 6 stone leaves sculptures. The route follows some beautiful stretches of the river Ure and the river …

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97 m

Bordar House Teas, Masham

Highlight • Cafe

Good cakes and snacks at reasonable prices.

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694 m

Masham Bridge is a grade II listed building over the River Ure. It replaced an ancient bridge in 1754

There are lovely tree-lined views in either direction as it takes the A6108 into Masham or out towards Low Burton Hall.

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20.3 km

Rookery

Forest

22.3 km

Newton Vista

Highlight • Viewpoint

53.3 km

View of Bolton Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Whether you go up to the castle or hook a left further along in Redmire, you will need your granny gear!

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59.0 km

Thowker Corner SSSI

Nature Reserve

65.2 km

Middleham Village Square & Racehorse Parade

Highlight • Historical Site

The racehorses train every morning on the gallops above Middleham/Coverham. They return to the stables from around 10:45. We all know that horses don't understand humans on bikes. If you …

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65.5 km

Middleham Castle

Highlight • Castle

The 'Windsor of the North', Middleham Castle is a striking and evocative ruin. The sight of it is unmistakable and impressive as you approach the market town of Middleham. It …

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