Cat 5

Barkhouse Bank via Watergate Road

England, england

At just 1.7km, Barkhouse Bank via Watergate Road is short but deceptively intense — 69m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. The average gradient of 4.1% disguises ramps of 11.2% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. It's over before the legs know what happened — a short, explosive effort where momentum is everything. Located in England, England.

  • A false flat around km 1 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Barkhouse Bank via Watergate Road

England, england

1.7km 69m 4.1%
5

Distance

1.7km

Avg Gradient

4.1%

Max Gradient

11.2%

Elevation Gain

69m

Summit

156m

Wall Rating

2.7

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What things cost

Typical prices in England

£3.80

Coffee

£5.50

Beer

£14.00

Meal

£1.40

Water

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