Otley to Fewston Farm Shop

This is ride will really test out your climbing legs and it will feel much longer than 23 miles! We start with the climb up to Farnley and then a sharp descent to the Trout Farm. A steady climb brings the route to the top of the ridge with views to Otley on the left and Harrogate on the right. After a short climb on the main road to Harrogate we take a left along Norwood Lane towards Fewston. This road can be very challenging in a head wind so it is a good time for you to practice your “drafting skills” by riding in a compact group. After the coffee stop at the lovely Fewston Farm Shop the route goes to the top of the Snowden Ridge via Timble village. It is then a lovely long descent back into Otley