Low Gardens Bridge – Lowther Castle loop from Penrith

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Low Gardens Bridge – Lowther Castle loop from Penrith

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Low Gardens Bridge – Lowther Castle loop from Penrith

01:09

16.2km

170m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

292 m

Penrith to Lowther Castle Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Wonderful hard pack and gravel trail from Penrith to Lowther Castle. The route weaves along the river towards the caravan park so does have occasional traffic, but brilliant for kids and families too.

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3.57 km

Low Gardens Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Low Gardens Bridge spans the River Lowther at Earl Henry's Drive. It is an old Grade II listed stone arch bridge which has a new steel beam bridge next to it.

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3.67 km

Ruins of St. Michael and All Angels Church, Lake District

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

Lovely smooth gravel along the river, lots of picnic and paddle spots if its sunny! Ideal for children and balance bikes too!

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8.31 km

Wooden Bridge Over River Lowther

Highlight (Segment) • River

Lovely bridge over the river and short muddy clumb. It gets VERY muddy after rain but it doesn't last long!

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9.50 km

River View in Lake District National Park

Highlight • River

Lovely spot along the river – could even be a nice paddle spot too, if cattle aren't in the field!

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9.72 km

Double-track along the River Lowther

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Lovely double track through the woods along side the River Lowther.

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11.5 km

Lowther Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Brilliant cafe, gardens, adventure playground, walking and cycling trails.

Large free car park is a brilliant place to start a bike ride.

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11.9 km

Gravel Trail in Lake District National Park

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Lovely smooth gravel trail, ideal for beginner cyclists and children- just watch out for walkers!

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16.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.96 km

3.23 km

2.86 km

2.33 km

535 m

267 m

Surfaces

4.76 km

4.47 km

2.81 km

683 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 5 October

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Comments

September 26, 2023,Lowther Castle from Penrith – Beginner-friendly gravel rides

We love the trails around Lowther Castle. The Lowther Estate has really put a lot investment into these tracks and they are wonderful for all ages and abilities.

This route starts in Eamont Bridge, easily accessible by train to Penrith and has easy parking, but it could be shortened if you parked at Lowther Castle.