Newby Bridge Stone Bridge – Hawkshead Village loop from Upper Allithwaite

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Newby Bridge Stone Bridge – Hawkshead Village loop from Upper Allithwaite

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Newby Bridge Stone Bridge – Hawkshead Village loop from Upper Allithwaite

03:21

50.1km

710m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.61 km for 71 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.42 km

Newby Bridge Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Formerly part of Lancashire, Newby Bridge is a quaint village nestled along the banks of the River Leven, situated at the southern end of Lake Windermere.

Its name is derived …

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8.65 km

The Brows

Forest

15.0 km

Hawkshead Village

Highlight • Settlement

Hawkshead is an ancient township that has flourished since Norse times, belonging to Furness Abbey until the 12th Century. The monks owned Hawkshead Hall, just outside the village, of which …

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23.7 km

Knipe Wood

Forest

24.4 km

Brantwood is a historic house, estate and arts centre overlooking Coniston Water. Once home to John Ruskin, England’s greatest art critic, thinker and social reformer, it now holds exhibitions, collections, …

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28.3 km

Wooden pier on the eastern shore of Coniston Water

Highlight • Lake

This is such a stunning route, which follows almost the whole eastern side of Coniston Water. It's a popular route during peak times, so be considerate of other users.

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29.4 km

Coniston Water

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Coniston Water is a lake in the Lake District region of North West England. The third largest by volume, after Windermere and Ullswater, it's the fifth-largest by area.

The views …

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