The Yorkshire Dales and particularly Swaledale offer bountiful rewards for mountain bikers.  An intricate network of bridleways and rideable trails criss cross the Dale (Yorkshire term for valley) giving endless options.

Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales is a stunning place to mountain bike but adventure here is earned.  Home of the ArdRock Enduro, the trail network is almost endless however, navigation is a key part of mountain biking here.  We've route maps available in our bikeshop and .gpx file downloads further down this page.

Parking?

We have a modest size car park, there's no gate to lock you in our out.   You are welcome to park and ride, there's no charge for parking but we think it's reasonable for you to spend a few pounds in the cafe/bike shop to help keep us all in work. Our opening times are 9 - 5pm, you'll probably find us floating around before and after, quite possibly heading out on a ride!

Ground Nesting Birds info...

Here at DBC we’ve been asked to politely remind riders of the importance of protecting ground nesting birds. The moorlands are an amazing habitat for wild birds not just red grouse but lapwing, curlew, snipe, merlin, buzzards etc.. 
Late April- June is especially important to protect these ground nesting birds.
It's easy, if we can:
-Keep to bridleways and rights of way (ideally good tracks)
-Watch out for small chicks moving around
-Keep out of the heather
-Keep dogs on a lead

AND!
Open your eyes, enjoy the wildlife around us.