Swaledale from Richmond to Muker

Follow the B6270 west through Swaledale, linking Richmond with Reeth and the upper dale around Muker. Stone walls, riverside country and the narrowing valley give the journey a steady change of scale.

Richmond to Muker · North Yorkshire, England · 19 miles · 29 minutes estimated driving · Point-to-point

B6270, Swaledale

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Highlights along the way

Swaledale

The B6270 follows the dale through stone-walled farming country, with a more enclosed upper valley beyond Reeth.

Before you set off

Expect village limits, livestock and slow agricultural traffic. Riverside walks need separate parking. Check current closures and conditions before travel. Estimated time excludes stops and live traffic. Points are through-road references, not parking. Optional town visits may require a separate detour.

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