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River Eden at Force Mill Weir – Lacy's Caves loop from Hunsonby

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North West England

River Eden at Force Mill Weir – Lacy's Caves loop from Hunsonby

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River Eden at Force Mill Weir – Lacy's Caves loop from Hunsonby

01:29

5.62km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

2.12 km

View of the Railway Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

2.39 km

River Eden at Force Mill Weir

Highlight • Natural Monument

The River Eden path passes opposite Force Mill and the old weir. The mill and mill buildings are now pretty holiday cottages.

Upstream, a short distance, is the railway viaduct.

Tip by

3

2.81 km

Lacy's Caves

Highlight • Structure

18th-century caves commissioned by Lieutenant-Colonel Samuel Lacy were once used for entertaining guests. They're now a fantastic stop and interesting point of interest along the River Eden.

Tip by

B

5.62 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.35 km

752 m

490 m

Surfaces

2.06 km

2.03 km

819 m

578 m

104 m

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