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York to Bishopthorpe

22 min
Duration
6.7 km
Distance
16 m
Ascent
18 m
Descent
17.9 km/h
Avg. speed
20 m
Max. altitude

Hop on your bike in the heart of historic York and gear up for a delightful ride to Bishopthorpe! This charming little route packs in just enough character and scenery to brighten up your day. It’s a breezy 6.7-kilometer cycle, making it perfect for a leisurely afternoon.

As you start pedaling away from York, you'll leave behind the stunning York Minster and the medieval walls that guard the city's secrets. It’s smooth sailing with most of the trail laid out on asphalt, so you can enjoy the ride without too many bumps.

A hefty chunk of your journey is along dedicated cycleways—73% to be exact—so you can cruise comfortably without too much traffic anxiety. As you make your way, the path gently rolls, with minor ascents and descent to keep things interesting.

Before you know it, you'll be pedaling into Bishopthorpe, a quaint village known for the beautiful Bishopthorpe Palace. It’s a little oasis of calm, with riverside views and a couple of charming spots where you can take a breather.

So, whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just out for a bit of fun, this ride from York to Bishopthorpe is the perfect mini biking adventure. Enjoy the ride!

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Tockwith Spotted Ox
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Tockwith Spotted Ox

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

Last Friday Ride Jan 2015 Lunch at the Spotted Ox
54.1 km
Distance
115 m
Ascent
110 m
Descent
2

Towton

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

The route is R65 across Knavesmire, alongside A64 to Copmanthorpe/Askham Bryan roundabout, Askham Bryan,, Normans Farm, Catterton, Tadcaster, Roman Ridge, Bramham Crossroads via Route 67, round the north of the interchange on the cycle paths, Aberford, Lotherton Hall, Saxton (via Garlic Flats)
63.8 km
Distance
183 m
Ascent
184 m
Descent
York Thorpe Willoughby - York Circular
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York Thorpe Willoughby - York Circular

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

A route to The Fox Inn, Thorpe Willoughby for lunch, then a walk round Brayton Barff, (bluebells in late April/early May).  Return via Selby and Route 65 back to York (Return from Naburn as outward route)
57.2 km
Distance
63 m
Ascent
63 m
Descent
YORK Thorpe Arch YORK
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YORK Thorpe Arch YORK

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

Morrison's Chimney, Millenium Bridge, TESCO, Askham Bryan, Askham Richard, Healaugh, Wighill, Thorpe Arch.  Lunch Boston Spa, Clifford, Newton Kyme, TADCASTER, Oxton, Bolton Percy, Appleton Roebuck, Acaster Malbis, Bishopthorpe.  +3.5 miles back to the Chimney.</
54.3 km
Distance
91 m
Ascent
91 m
Descent
Tadcaster via Riccall
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Tadcaster via Riccall

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

Friday ride to Tadcaster
56.1 km
Distance
70 m
Ascent
67 m
Descent
Biggin
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Biggin

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

The Black Smiths Arms, reopened in August.
56.5 km
Distance
50 m
Ascent
50 m
Descent
2

York - Wetherby

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

Using Cycle routes and quiet roads
61.7 km
Distance
157 m
Ascent
157 m
Descent
Towton Rockingham Arms
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Towton Rockingham Arms

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

This is a less hazardous route through Tadcaster
60.5 km
Distance
166 m
Ascent
167 m
Descent
Cawood Ride 32 mile rownd trip
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Cawood Ride 32 mile rownd trip

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

Friday Oct 30 (cloned from route 3308368)
52 km
Distance
33 m
Ascent
35 m
Descent
0

Thorpe Willoughby

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

To the FOX 20.8 miles Just about dead on 40 and equal in ether direction. the ride will usually have split by Bishopthorpe.
61 km
Distance
41 m
Ascent
44 m
Descent
York-Wighill-York
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York-Wighill-York

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

A circular route of approx 40 miles using quiet roads and cycle ways. Route suitable for skinny tyres
55 km
Distance
86 m
Ascent
89 m
Descent
Christmas Ride
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Christmas Ride

Cycling route in York, England, United Kingdom

This is Dawn's route - not the stars and last lines of the tree and it's pot
19.5 km
Distance
34 m
Ascent
37 m
Descent

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