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Wharfedale
B6160Bolton Abbey to Kettlewell
A classic Yorkshire Dales road up the length of Wharfedale.
The B6160 follows the River Wharfe from Bolton Abbey up through Kettlewell into the high dale, between drystone walls and limestone fells. It is a quintessential Dales drive; expect cyclists, walkers and farm traffic, and take the villages and humpbacks gently.
Where it runs15.2 mi · point to point
Bolton AbbeyStart · England
KettlewellEnd · England
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Character
Corners26bends
Tightness4of 10
Max gradient7%≈ 1-in-14
Climb341 mtotal ascent
Summit233.3 mhighest point of the line · 765 ft
Corners
busiest around mile 15Elevation
under 4%4–8%over 8%111.3 – 233.3 mPoints of interest1 stop
- lime kilnLandmark6.3 mi in
Hazards
- Cyclists and walkers
- Humpback bridges
- Farm traffic
Sources
“Never far from the River Wharfe, the B6160 road gives dramatic views of Wharfedale from Bolton Abbey up to the river's source over twenty miles away above Beckermonds.”
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Driving the Wharfedale: quick answers
How long does it take to drive the Wharfedale?
Wharfedale runs 15.2 miles (24 km) and takes about 29 min to drive without stops.
How difficult is the Wharfedale to drive?
We rate it moderate: 26 corners, a maximum gradient of 7%, and a tightness of 4 out of 10.
When is the best time to drive the Wharfedale?
Spring and Summer and Autumn are best.
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