Nidderdale Greenway

Cycle and walking route connecting Harrogate and Ripley.

Nidderdale Greenway

Cycle and walking route connecting Harrogate and Ripley.

Jeanette Wilson

Location Map

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Nidderdale Greenway

Cycle and walking route connecting Harrogate and Ripley.

Location Map

SE305558

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The Nidderdale Greenway is a 4 mile (6.4km) cycle and walking trail between Harrogate and Ripley. The route crosses the spectacular, Grade 2 listed seven arch Nidd Gorge Viaduct and passes through stunning countryside, avoiding the busier commuter routes. It’s also one of Country Living’s top accessible walks in Britain.

This is an accessible route and is perfect for families.

Information

Toilets Nearby

Accessible Toilets

Parking

Dog Walking

Trails

15. Nidderdale Greenway Breakfree Trail Nidderdale Greenway

Additional Information

Toilets

Accessible Toilet (RADAR Key) in the car park at Ripley and in Asda in Harrogate.

Is This Right For You?

The whole route is surfaced in tarmac and is mainly flat. There are some hilly sections on the outskirts of Ripley. The path continues from Ripley Castle towards Clint Bank. This section of the path is steep in sections.

Route Length

4 mile / 6 km

Parking

Pay and display parking in Ripley (car park closes in the evening). Blue Badge Parking in Dragon Road car park in Harrogate. Cycle parking in Ripley.

Dog Walking

Please be a responsible dog owner. Keep your dog on a lead at all times, especially around livestock and on the moor, where there are ground nesting birds. From March to July, use a short lead. Remember to clean up after your dog.