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Sweden Bridge Lane

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    Location: Lakes, South Lakeland, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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    September 24, 2024

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    Great views to Ambleside and the surrounding fells.

    July 11, 2025

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    It is significant because it leads to the historic High Sweden Bridge, a 17th-century packhorse bridge over Scandale Beck. This bridge was once a vital link between Ambleside and Patterdale before the construction of Kirkstone Pass.
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    1. High Sweden Bridge – Sweden Bridge Lane loop from Ambleside

    6.03km

    01:59

    230m

    230m

    Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Elevation 150 m

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