Cat 5 Shawcliffe

Whalley Nab / Shawcliffe Lane from Great Harwood

England, england

The Shawcliffe rises 1.6km through gentle countryside, gaining 60m to 179m. The average gradient of 3.7% disguises ramps of 8.2% — 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 0 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.

Whalley Nab / Shawcliffe Lane from Great Harwood

England, england

1.6km 60m 3.7%
5

Distance

1.6km

Avg Gradient

3.7%

Max Gradient

8.2%

Elevation Gain

60m

Summit

179m

Wall Rating

2.4

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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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