Arnside Viaduct – Arnside Pier loop from Sunny Ridge

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Arnside Viaduct – Arnside Pier loop from Sunny Ridge

Easy

5.0

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Arnside Viaduct – Arnside Pier loop from Sunny Ridge

01:30

5.92km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions. Check ahead to confirm restricted segments are open to the public.

After 2.17 km for 65 m

After 3.70 km for 65 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.52 km

Arnside Fish & Chips

Highlight • Cafe

Thoroughly recommended!

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2.58 km

Arnside Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Arnside Viaduct is a 51-span structure carrying the Carnforth and Whitehaven Line over the estuary of the River Kent, immediately to the west of Arnside Station. The viaduct is located …

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2.71 km

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks, Arnside

Highlight • Settlement

2 meals for £10 and a reasonable choice. Sit in the window with a stunning view out to see.

There is also a lovely Fish and Chip shop further on …

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2.93 km

Arnside Pier

Highlight • Natural Monument

Good cafes over the road, and at certain times you might catch sight of an osprey in the estuary. Other than that it's great to watch the trains going over the viaduct.

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2.97 km

View of Arnside Viaduct and the Estuary

Highlight • Beach

Located on the edge of the estuary where the River Kent flows into Morecambe Bay, Arnside is a lovely town with a beautiful shoreline. It's a great place to tuck …

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3.10 km

Arnside Promenade and Estuary

Highlight • River

Arnside occupies a lovely spot on the Kent Estuary in the very south of Cumbria. The estuary is a haven for birdlife, whilst the surrounding Arnside and Silverdale AONB is …

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3.19 km

Arnside Railway Viaduct

Highlight • Bridge

From the Promenade in Arnside, stop to admire the Arnside Viaduct, a 51-span marvel, carrying the Carnforth and Whitehaven Line over the estuary of the River Kent. It's 477 metre …

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