One of the best climbs in the area. A steady climb on forest lined roads up to the Whinlatter vistor centre. A good challenge but not as murderous as Honister Pass or Newlands Hause. A must for anyone visiting on a road bike.

sahorton

April 28, 2018

Road cycling

Great loop if you want to get a few of the lake districts climbs in, it was great weather too, but I can't guarantee that for you.

At the top of the Whinlatter climb you can pop into the Visitors center for a coffee and cake if you are that way inclined.

Tom Mayo

May 24, 2021

Road cycling

Great road climb, even better descent as it's not too steep. Some pinches of 15% but mostly a manageable 7-11%. Only issue is that the road surface is currently the pre-tarmac gravel stuff, which tempers descending somewhat.

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Distance 3.26 km

Uphill 240 m

Downhill 10 m

Weather

Tuesday 7 April

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12 %

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Max wind speed: 14.0 km/h

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Location: Above Derwent, Allerdale, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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