The highest point of the Pennine Cycleway and the ultimate achievement for cyclists coming from the south or north.

At the top stands a Sustrans Millennium milepost, providing a perfect vantage to take in the distant Lakeland fells.

Once, a café graced this summit, renowned for its famous home baking. Unfortunately, in around 2017, it met its demise in a blaze.

The descent in both directions offers a thrilling ride on excellent tarmac, with a road that's not overly steep.

steve

May 23, 2019

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excellent views with good road climbing although you may not get a coffee atm

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November 16, 2024

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Hartside Cross is the summit of the A686 between Penrith and Alston. It reaches 1,886 feet (575m) with great views because of the scrubby moorland.

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Brampton & North Pennines loop from Alston

80.9km

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This difficult 50.3-mile touring cycling route from Alston explores the North Pennines AONB, featuring Hartside Summit Viewpoint and varied

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Hartside Summit Viewpoint – South Tyne Trail loop from Lazonby and Kirkoswald

73.1km

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hartside Descent to Renwick – Hartside Summit Viewpoint loop from Appleby

66.1km

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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Location: Glassonby, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Hartside Summit Viewpoint

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