Current status
No restriction we know of
High Town Bank Road is recorded as a Byway Open to All Traffic. We haven't found a Traffic Regulation Order or seasonal closure on it, but that doesn't guarantee there isn't one.
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Where it runs
High Town Bank Road in pink, with the lanes around it.
- AThe north end, near Oldstead
- BThe south end, near Oldstead
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Lanes nearby
The closest named lanes, measured from High Town Bank Road.
- Hambleton Road0.2 km northeast · 0.5 km long
- Sand Lane0.6 km southeast · 0.1 km long
- Oldstead Bank0.6 km east · 1.0 km long›
- Moor Lane6.1 km southwest · 0.7 km long
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Questions riders ask
Is High Town Bank Road open to motorcycles?
High Town Bank Road is recorded as a Byway Open to All Traffic, and we don't know of any current restriction on it. Legal status can change at short notice, so check signage and current Traffic Regulation Orders before you ride.
How long is High Town Bank Road?
About 2.0 km, measured across all 6 of its mapped sections. Its two ends are around 1.8 km apart in a straight line.
Where does High Town Bank Road start and finish?
It runs north to south near Oldstead, in North Yorkshire. The map on this page shows both ends.
Is High Town Bank Road in a national park?
Yes, High Town Bank Road runs through the North York Moors National Park. Some national park authorities make their own Traffic Regulation Orders, so it's worth checking the park's restrictions as well as the council's.
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