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Trail Running Planet · Nidderdale · Washburn Valley

Thruscross, Fewston and Swinsty from Blubberhouses

Three reservoirs, one long run, and some of the best-maintained trail surfaces in the north. This is what you do when you want big distance without big hills.

Distance

23.7 km

Ascent

195 m

Descent

197 m

Max elevation

269 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

4h 20m – 5h 50m

Grade

Very Hard

Navigation

straightforward

Parking

LS21 2NP

Dogs

Welcome

Best seasons

spring, summer, autumn

About this route

A 23.7km circuit linking all three main Washburn Valley reservoirs from Blubberhouses - Swinsty, Fewston, and Thruscross - on well-maintained Yorkshire Water tracks.

Hazards & notes

No shelter on the upper reservoir for long sections - check the forecast for this distance. Carry sufficient water and nutrition for 23+km. Height barriers at car parks.

Emergency

Call 999 or 112 → ask for Police → request Mountain Rescue. Register Emergency SMS: text "register" to 999.

Full route, GPX download & live conditions:

https://trailrunningplanet.com/routes/england/nidderdale/washburn-valley/thruscross-fewston-swinsty-blubberhouses

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