An old stone bridge crossing the river Gelt between low and high Hynam. This gives access to Talkin Fell and further afield from the parking at Jockey Shield Cottage. The river path heading southeast is worth exploring passing a series of rapids and a nice waterfall as well as the Gelt Boulder.

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2. Geltsdale and Old Water loop from Castle Carrock — North Pennines

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3. Simmerson Hill and Hynam Bridge Loop

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Hike the easy 2.7-mile Simmerson Hill and Hynam Bridge Loop in the North Pennines, featuring river views and panoramic fells.

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Location: Castle Carrock, Carlisle, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Hynam Bridge over the River Gelt

1. Talkin Fell loop

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