The climb · United Kingdom
About Langcliffe Scar
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Langcliffe Scar is a short but steep Yorkshire climb, featuring tight lanes and open moorland scenery. The gradient rises sharply in places, giving the legs immediate work and demanding careful gear management.
The climb is framed by dramatic limestone outcrops and sweeping views of the Ribble Valley below, providing constant visual interest despite the intensity. Steeper ramps appear mid-ascent, challenging rhythm and stamina.
The summit is modest but rewarding, offering panoramic views and a sense of accomplishment that belies the climb’s short distance. Langcliffe Scar is punchy, scenic, and characterful—a quintessential British hill climb.
01 / The ascent
Elevation profile
02 / The numbers
Climb statistics
- Distance
- 2.04 km
- Elevation gain
- 171 m
- Average gradient
- 8.4%
- Climb category
- 3
- Start elevation
- 225 m
- Summit elevation
- 396 m
03 / On the ground
Route map
Route overview
Langcliffe Scar
Langcliffe, England, United Kingdom
- Route length
- 2.04 km
- Total ascent
- 171 m
- Average gradient
- 8.4%
04 / Take it home
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05 / Keep exploring
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