River Brathay – Elterwater Cycling Routes loop from Wray Road End

River Brathay – Elterwater Cycling Routes loop from Wray Road End

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River Brathay – Elterwater Cycling Routes loop from Wray Road End

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20.5km

230m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

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Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 5.48 km for 70 m

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Bus stop

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2.24 km

Bog Lane

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great way to avoid busier roads. Quiet and scenic (turn right at the T Junction in Skelwith Fold for short diversion to the top of Spy Hill and a great view up the Langdale Valley

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5.52 km

River Brathay

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The Brathay is a river in North West England. The name comes from the Old Norse and means broad river. The river rises at an elevation of 393 metres above …

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7.29 km

Langdale Valley

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Beautiful Langdale Valley, good riding and several places to get food and drink.

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7.83 km

The Britannia Inn

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Very pleasant inn with spacious terrace. Opening hours: every day from 11:00 to 23:00.

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7.86 km

Elterwater Cycling Routes

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In Elterwater and its surroundings, it is good for cycling. There are cycle routes through the village, including to Ambleside and Coniston.

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9.68 km

Wrynose and Hardknott Passes Warning Sign

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Wrynose and Hardknott passes. . . some cars have been known to struggle both ascending and descending on Hardknott...many cyclists have been forced to push. . . consistent sections from …

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16.1 km

Bridge House, Ambleside

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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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