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Overview

7.5 miles from Fountains Abbey visitor centre through 7 Bridges Valley towards Ripon lunch by the river back to Fountains Abbey via Studley Rodger and Studley Royal.

Lots of deer a few sheep and no cows

Only 500 feet of ascent and no stiles

 

Saturday, 21 June 2025
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
152.4m / 500ft
Type:
circular

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SE 27148 68637
Nearest postcode:
HG4 3DZ
what3words:
reverses.sparks.solder
Start time:
10:30 am

Fountains Abbey Visitor Centre

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