Cowgate Hill
England, england
1.8km 42m 2.4%
Cowgate Hill
England, england
At just 1.8km, Cowgate Hill is short but deceptively intense — 42m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. The average gradient of 2.4% disguises ramps of 5.4% — 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.
- A gentler outing by England standards — a good introduction to the country's climbing.
Distance
1.8km
Avg Gradient
2.4%
Max Gradient
5.4%
Elevation Gain
42m
Summit
114m
Wall Rating
2
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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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