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North West England

Thirlmere Reservoir – Thirlmere Balcony Road loop from Seat Sandal

Road cycling routes

North West England

Thirlmere Reservoir – Thirlmere Balcony Road loop from Seat Sandal

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Thirlmere Reservoir – Thirlmere Balcony Road loop from Seat Sandal

01:01

19.0km

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: May 28, 2026

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Lake District National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

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1

3.36 km

Thirlmere Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Thirlmere is a quiet picturesque location off the beaten track. From this car park there are lovely walks along the shore of the lake. Even if you just drive along …

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2

9.50 km

Thirlmere Dam and Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Over a century ago, a large dam at the valley's northern end submerged two small lakes and a hamlet, forming Thirlmere Reservoir - a stunning spot for cycling.

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3

9.61 km

Thirlmere Reservoir Dam Road

Highlight • Lake

Nice road but currently (04/22) the road to the western side of the reservoir is closed due to storm damage.

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4

9.91 km

Thirlmere Reservoir

Highlight • Natural Monument

Once a smaller, natural lake, Thirlmere is a reservoir that was created in the 19th century to supply water to the burgeoning industrial powerhouse of Manchester. The reservoir occupies the …

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5

11.7 km

Thirlmere Balcony Road

Highlight • Lake

the road on the eastern side of thirlmere is closed and may remain closed . a decision is expected in early 2024. so forget this ride

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6

13.7 km

Hawes How Island

Highlight • Lake

This is a little hidden gem on a wonderful lake. Away from the normal business of the Lakes, this island is great to explore.(The location beacon should be on the …

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7

14.4 km

Thirlmere Balcony Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

A beautiful quiet alternative to the busy A-road on the opposite side of the reservoir. Runs to the west of Thirlmere.

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8

17.5 km

Bike Path to Thirlmere Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Steep in places, covered in sheep droppings but a great view and better than the A591

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19.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.3 km

3.37 km

1.25 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.2 km

7.75 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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