Current status
No restriction we know of
High Straights Lane is recorded as a Unclassified County Road. We haven't found a Traffic Regulation Order or seasonal closure on it, but that doesn't guarantee there isn't one.
UCRs are on the council’s list of streets, which doesn’t confirm motor vehicle rights the way a BOAT designation does. Worth checking locally.
Check its status nowOpens a search for any current Traffic Regulation Order on High Straights Lane, the same Legal Status Search as in the app. Status checked against our data on 23/09/2026.
Where it runs
High Straights Lane in pink, with the lanes around it.
- AThe west end, near Helm
- BThe east end, near Newbiggin
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Lanes nearby
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Questions riders ask
Is High Straights Lane open to motorcycles?
High Straights Lane is recorded as a Unclassified County Road, 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 Straights Lane?
About 1.4 km, measured across all 2 of its mapped sections. Its two ends are around 1.4 km apart in a straight line.
Where does High Straights Lane start and finish?
One end is near Helm, at the west end, and the other is near Newbiggin, at the east end. The map on this page shows both.
Is High Straights Lane in a national park?
Yes, High Straights Lane runs through the Yorkshire Dales 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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