Since the Tour de France visited Harrogate District, cyclists have increasingly been flocking to Nidderdale, and exciting events like the Tour de Yorkshire and the UCI Worlds Cycling Championships continue to draw sporting visitors. 

The Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and its towns and villages offers multiple ways of enjoying and exploring the beautiful countryside. With stunning geological formations, such as Brimham Rocks, Stump Cross Caverns and How Stean Gorge, together with our flagship heritage sites, including Fountains Abbey, medieval lead mines and lost settlements, the options are endless!