How hard is the Way of the Roses cycle route?

How hard is the Way of the Roses cycle route?

Other than that, though, it’s best described as ‘undulating’ terrain – enough to feel like an achievement, but never too much. Do take extreme care on Greenhow Hill, the descent into Pateley Bridge. This is steep, twisting, and often potholed, and has been the scene of several accidents, some fatal.

Is the Way of the Roses signposted?

The route is very well sign-posted along almost all of the route but the Sustrans map is a helpful addition. Most of the route is on quiet roads or dedicated cycle paths. It is suitable for any reasonably fit cyclist though the section from Settle to Ripon is hard work with a lot of climbing.

Is the Way of the Roses suitable for road bikes?

Way of the Roses isn’t a sportive type route but can be used for training for one provided time is allowed for slower paced cycling on narrow lanes and shared use sections. This route is not flat (at least not at first) and so you should plan your ride according to your own ability….

How many miles is the Way of the Roses?

170 miles
Welcome to the official online guide to the Way of the Roses coast to coast cycle route. For 170 miles between Morecambe and Bridlington, this highly popular route passes through historic cities York and Lancaster, and lesser known gems such as Settle, Pateley Bridge and Ripon.

How much does it cost to climb Way of the Roses?

I had done the Way of the Roses over two days the year before, so I knew how tough the route is – especially its hilly passage through Lancashire, the Yorkshire Dales and Nidderdale. There is a total of 2500m of ascent across its course.

Can you walk the Way of the Roses?

The way of the Roses is a new cycle route going coast to coast from Morecambe to Bridlington which is also available for walkers. It is split into three major sections.

Where should I stay on the Way of the Roses?

Accommodation

• Start. Clarendon Hotel. ★★★
• Start. Crown Hotel. ★★★★
• Start. Morecambe Rooms. 7a Euston Road , Morecambe.
• Start. Royal Hotel. 257 Marine Road Central, Morecambe.
• Start. The Craigwell Hotel. 372 Marine Road East, Morecambe.
• 22m. Curlew Camping.
• 24m. New Butts Farm.
• 29m. Silloth House Campsite.

Where does the Way of the Roses start?

Morecambe
The start of the Way of the Roses route from Morecambe is on the sea front just south of the stone jetty and Midland Hotel at the Bastion. Look for the Way of the Roses information board and sign showing Bridlington 170 miles.