Mountain bike trails · North West England
Whelpstone descent
In or near Giggleswick.
Whelpstone descent — a mtb trail in england north west.
Tom Howard — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Giggleswick · 5.8 km
About
Whelpstone descent is a mtb trail located in england north west, mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. Detailed amenities and visitor information may vary; check the OSM page for the latest tagged metadata.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Forest Of Bowland
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Whelpstone Descent is a mountain biking trail located in North-West England. This trail is known for its varied terrain and challenging descents, catering to experienced riders. Visitors can expect a rugged path that offers both natural features and man-made obstacles, making it a suitable choice for those looking to test their skills in a scenic outdoor setting. The trail provides an opportunity to explore the local landscape while engaging in an adrenaline-fuelled activity.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 54.0280, -2.3697
- District
- North Yorkshire
- Parish
- Rathmell
- Postcode
- BD24 0LR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Skipton and Ripon
- Nearest railway station
- Giggleswick — 5.8 km
Sources
- osm: w958897701 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Whelpstone descent?
- Whelpstone descent is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BD24 0LR), in the parish of Rathmell.
- What is Whelpstone descent?
- Whelpstone descent — a mtb trail in england north west.
- How do I get to Whelpstone descent?
- The nearest railway station is Giggleswick, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode BD24 0LR.
- Is Whelpstone descent a protected site?
- Yes — Whelpstone descent is part of the Forest Of Bowland National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Whelpstone descent?
- The nearest railway station is Giggleswick, about 5.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BD24 0LR.