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Smardale Lime Kilns
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Wandering Cloud
December 6, 2023
Hiking
There were two kilns here in the 19th century and related engine house and railway structures, according to Historic England. The connection to the railway is rather - visibly - obvious as Smardale Gill Viaduct is just next door to the kilns.
Dominiek Van Dooren
June 25, 2022
Hiking
This place is important for the industrial history of this region.
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80
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Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Hike the 10.1-mile Nettle Hill and Smardale Gill Viaduct loop, a moderate route with 1103 feet of gain, taking about 4 hours and 34 minutes.
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Hike a moderate 5.4-mile loop from Newbiggin-on-Lune, exploring Smardale Lime Kilns, Bents Farm, and the Smardale Gill Nature Reserve.
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