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Bridge House, Ambleside – Kirkstone Pass loop from Patterdale

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Bridge House, Ambleside – Kirkstone Pass loop from Patterdale

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Bridge House, Ambleside – Kirkstone Pass loop from Patterdale

01:57

23.1km

730m

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: July 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.5 km for 70 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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46 m

Bridgend Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Here is a small P, right next to the bus stop. On sunny days in season, locals and guests also park the bus stop. From here you can start hiking in all directions, e.g. Place Fell or Fairfield or Helvellyn.

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6.26 km

Descent from Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater

Highlight • Viewpoint

Super fast. Take care.

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6.78 km

Kirkstone Pass Inn

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Up here, in good weather, you can enjoy the view over a good ale or just like that. The P is free. It is only asked for a donation.

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6.89 km

The Struggle Climb from Ambleside

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Made famous by Wiggins in theTour of Britain when he got of to run with his bike- this was more a cheeky nod to Froome's jog on the Tour de …

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11.4 km

Push Cartel Cycle Atelier

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Since our founding in 2013, our ethos has always been that of a tastefully specified, and perfectly fitted bespoke build. Ridden with great friends in stunning locations. The bespoke cycle …

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11.6 km

Bridge House, Ambleside

Highlight • Bridge

Ambleside is the quintessential Lake District town. Buzzing with the comings and goings of excited families, hikers and sightseers, there's a real atmosphere to the place.

In the town are …

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16.4 km

Kirkstone Pass

Highlight • Viewpoint

Challenging Lake District climb with spectacular views and a pub at the top - what more could you want?!

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16.5 km

Descent Towards Brothers Water via Kirkstone Pass

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One of the best descents in the Lake District. Passing the Kirstone Pass Inn on your right, head towards Patterdale and enjoy some spectacular views. A little 'technical' at the top so take care.

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23.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.8 km

9.08 km

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.1 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (450 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Monday 20 July

22°C

10°C

0 %

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Bridge House, Ambleside – Kirkstone Pass loop from Patterdale

Bridgend Stone Bridge

Descent from Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater

Kirkstone Pass Inn

The Struggle Climb from Ambleside

Push Cartel Cycle Atelier

Bridge House, Ambleside

Kirkstone Pass

Descent Towards Brothers Water via Kirkstone Pass

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