Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal to Brimham Rocks Circular

Sunday 13th July at 10.00am This is what time the ride will set off. It’s best to get to the starting point at least 15 minutes beforehand to avoid missing the start.

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Cycling time Ride distance Suitable for Distance from me Ride level
105 Mins 15 Miles 8+ (children 8-15 with adult) Not all rides are suitable for everyone. This will tell you if the ride is suitable for you and/or your friends and family. ? Miles
Steady If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, Steady rides are ideal. At a comfortable pace, and possibly with some modest hills along the way, rides take place on mainly quiet roads with plenty of sights along the way.
Starting Point & Postcode
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Fountains HG4 3DY
Overall Duration On a long ride, it’s sometimes good to have a little break in the middle, or maybe a catch up at the beginning or end to keep it sociable. This means that the overall ride duration may be longer than the actual cycling time.
3 hours 15 mins  (1 hours 45 mins cycling)
Bike Type You probably don’t want to drag your road bike across bumpy trails. Maybe you want to make the most of the suspension on your mountain bike. This helps you match your ride to your bike.
Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road 
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Come and join us on this great circular route starting at the World Heritage Site of Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal taking in some beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.  Making our way on the 14 mile route to Brimham Rocks for a look at the amazing collection of weird and wonderful rock formations before returning back to Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal for a well-earned rest and brew!

**Please note there will be a charge for anybody who is not a National Trust member wanting to enter the site**
For more information on Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal and Brimham Rocks please click on the links below.

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fountains-abbey/

https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/brimham-rocks/

If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, our Steady rides are ideal. At a comfortable pace, and possibly with some modest hills along the way, rides take place on mainly quiet roads with plenty of sights along the way. Rides are between 6 and 20 miles long, at a moderate pace of between 7 and 10 miles an hour.

Join us on some amazing rides, created in association with our friends at the National Trust. Make the most of some beautiful countryside, and great facilities for cyclists.

©National Trust Images / John Millar

Additional Information

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
Please bring equipment with you to repair punctures, Ride Leaders are there to help but are not responsible for your bike.
All rides leave at the time stated you must arrive early Ride Leaders will not wait. 

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Car Parking
Yes, at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal Visitor Centre, charges may apply
Nearest Train Station
Harrogate Train Station, 11.5 miles 
Changing Facilities Available?
Yes, at At Foutains Abbey & Studley Royal Visitor Centre  
Toilet Facilities Available?
Yes, at Foutains Abbey & Studley Royal Visitor Centre and Brimham Rocks  

Meet the Ride Leaders

  • Steve Scholefield Steve Scholefield Hi - my name is Steve Scholefield.
    I live between Harrogate & York and whilst cycling has always been a keen hobby in my life - I am far from a professional cyclist! I love the outdoors and meeting new people of all ages, so hope being part of the Sky Ride set up I can combine both and have some fun in my spare time.
    I look forward to meeting you on one of my Sky Rides. Regards Steve
  • Jeremy Wilkinson Jeremy Wilkinson
  • Richard Salden Richard Salden Hello welcome to Sky Ride.

    Originally from Manchester, I live in Ripon and have cycled for most of my life in one form or another. I still enjoy escaping and exploring the countryside on my bike whenever I get the chance.

    Whether this is your first ride, or you are a regular rider, I look forward to meeting you on this ride.
  • Robert Thorpe Robert Thorpe Editor at pedalnorth.com and member of the CTSB.
    Ride mainly mtb, but also road bike infrequently due to fear of traffic at times!
    Mainly ride in: Dales, NY Moors, Lakes.

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