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Gelt Woods – Gelt Viaduct loop from Hayton

Hiking trails & Routes

North West England

Gelt Woods – Gelt Viaduct loop from Hayton

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(15)

139

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Gelt Woods – Gelt Viaduct loop from Hayton

01:40

6.19km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

577 m

Long Wood

Forest

2

2.70 km

Gelt Woods

Highlight • Forest

Gelt Woods, near Brampton, is an historic woodland area and RSPB nature reserve. It is a popular destination for walkers and bird-watchers, known for its wildlife and a unique Roman quarry.

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3

3.10 km

Water-Carved Holes in Gelt Woods

Highlight • River

As you running, you probably don't have time to stop and admire the nature. Gelt woods is very one of amazing areas near Brampton. Dinamic up and down route is good for cardio.

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4

3.10 km

Footpath Closed

Highlight (Segment) • Rest Area

This segment is closed for now. There are quite a few overhanging trees growing on the rocks. It looks amazing, but there is danger of falling rocks or trees. If you decide to go there, take great care

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5

4.20 km

Gelt Wood Stream and Waterfalls

Highlight • River

6

5.37 km

View of the Armathwaite Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

This short bit is out of woods uphill and on tarmac. Low traffic but still to be careful

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7

5.49 km

Gelt Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

Gelt Viaduct / Gelt Bridge (also known as Middle Gelt Bridge) is a skew arch railway viaduct Built from 1832. It’s one of the earliest and largest skew bridges in Britain which is a Grade II listed building.

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B

6.19 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.82 km

909 m

448 m

Surfaces

2.74 km

909 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Tuesday 6 October

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3°C

24 %

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May 28, 2025,Gelt wood 🐕 walk

It would be even more relaxing without phone calls from work 😅

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