The best road cycling routes around Thirlmere
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Last updated: October 26, 2025
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1. Castlerigg Stone Circle – River Greta loop from Legburthwaite
22.1km
01:02
230m
230m
Intermediate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
38
riders
2. Thirlmere Balcony Road – Castlerigg Stone Circle loop from Legburthwaite
26.9km
01:21
320m
320m
Intermediate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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37
riders
3. Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Balcony Road loop from Legburthwaite
21.4km
01:06
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
7
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4. Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Balcony Road loop from Borrowdale
18.7km
01:00
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
4.5
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30
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5. Thirlmere Balcony Road – Thirlmere Balcony Road loop from Grasmere
22.1km
01:08
310m
310m
Intermediate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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