Lower Holker is a civil parish located in the Westmorland and Furness district of Cumbria, England. This region features diverse landscapes, including coastal scenery along Morecambe Bay and rolling Cumbrian countryside. The terrain supports a range of outdoor pursuits, including several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
Lower Holker offers more than 50 routes across several sports like hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more. More than…
75
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4.7
(81)
Average rating
934
People visited

4.7
(9)
76
hikers
8.18km
02:05
30m
30m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(14)
58
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(4)
47
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(3)
45
hikers
4.74km
01:12
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
4
riders
24.4km
01:41
270m
270m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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52
riders
24.8km
02:11
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.0
(1)
14
riders
37.0km
02:56
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

18
riders
35.1km
02:11
400m
400m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(1)
43
riders
53.3km
02:46
540m
540m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

27
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

23
riders
110km
05:24
1,210m
1,210m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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23
riders
31.5km
02:08
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.3
(3)
30
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
26
riders
65.3km
04:15
750m
750m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
riders
89.3km
05:38
870m
870m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
10
riders
37.6km
02:29
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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47
runners
12.0km
01:22
190m
190m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
runners
12.8km
01:29
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
9.65km
01:01
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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8
riders
44.8km
02:50
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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3
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

2
riders
37.2km
02:39
640m
640m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Lower Holker offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features more than 60 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.55 stars from over 3,000 ratings.
Hiking trails in Lower Holker include coastal paths like the Cumbria Coastal Way and walks around historic villages such as Cartmel and Helm Summit. These routes provide views of Morecambe Bay and the Cumbrian countryside. More information can be found in the Hiking around Lower Holker guide.
Yes, Lower Holker provides hiking routes suitable for families. The area includes gentle walks, such as those within the grounds of Holker Hall. A dedicated komoot guide for Family-friendly hikes around Lower Holker is available.
Lower Holker offers several easy hiking options suitable for beginners. These routes often traverse the gentler Cumbrian countryside and historic estates. Consult the Easy hikes around Lower Holker guide for specific recommendations.
Lower Holker is suitable for mountain biking, road cycling, and touring cycling, featuring quiet country lanes and scenic routes. Cycling loops often pass through villages like Cark and Cartmel, with options extending to Ulverston and the Hoad Monument. Guides for Road Cycling Routes around Lower Holker and Cycling around Lower Holker are available.
While direct mountain biking trails within Lower Holker may be limited, nearby areas like Grizedale Forest offer dedicated mountain biking routes. The region's diverse terrain supports various cycling experiences. Refer to the MTB Trails around Lower Holker guide for more information.
Key points of interest include Holker Hall and Gardens, which features 25 acres of formal and woodland gardens. The area also offers views of Morecambe Bay and access to the historic village of Cartmel with its ancient Priory. Helm Summit provides picturesque vistas of the surrounding fells.
Many public footpaths and trails in Lower Holker are dog-friendly, but regulations can vary. It is advisable to keep dogs on a lead, especially near livestock or in nature conservation areas. Specific route details on komoot often indicate dog-friendliness.
Lower Holker is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 36,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from over 3,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Lower Holker, covering various activities and interests. These include guides for Hiking, MTB Trails, Family-friendly hikes, Road Cycling Routes, Cycling, Easy hikes, Running Trails, Gravel biking, and Traffic-free bike rides.
Yes, Lower Holker offers options for traffic-free cycling, particularly on quiet country lanes and designated paths. These routes provide a more relaxed cycling experience away from vehicle traffic. A komoot guide specifically for Traffic-free bike rides around Lower Holker is available.
Holker Hall and Gardens, a central feature of the area, can be contacted via their official website at www.holker.co.uk. For direct inquiries, their phone number is +44 (0)15395 58328. This provides information on visiting the estate and its attractions.

