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Trail Running Planet · Yorkshire Dales · Skipton and Craven

Skipton Moor to Bradley and Canal Back

Three distinct sections in one run: moor, village, canal. This is the most satisfying of the Skipton circuits - proper climbing followed by a flat, fast return.

Distance

11.2 km

Ascent

255 m

Descent

258 m

Max elevation

372 m

Route type

Loop

Est. time

2h 15m – 3h 5m

Grade

Moderate

Navigation

straightforward

Parking

BD23 1LB

Dogs

Welcome

Best seasons

spring, summer, autumn

About this route

An 11.2km circuit from Skipton climbing onto the moor at 372m before dropping to the village of Bradley and returning along the Leeds–Liverpool Canal.

Hazards & notes

Grouse shooting August to December on Skipton Moor - check for flags. Canal towpath shared with cyclists.

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/yorkshire-dales/skipton-and-craven/skipton-moor-bradley-canal

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