Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 22, 2025

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Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve

Lake District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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19 m

Jasper’s Coffee House

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little café at the bottom of Whinlatter Pass.

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11.1 km

View of Derwent Water

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a stunning, quiet lane running from Hawes End to the Grange, going past Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve, overlooking Derwent Water. This is pristine Lake District scenery with …

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14.9 km

Grange Café

Highlight • Cafe

Nice café serving snacks, soup, cake and drinks.
Open 10:00 - 17:00 everyday apart from Fridays.

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15.9 km

Borrowdale Rainforest National Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

18.6 km

Borrowdale Road Along Derwent Water

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Running south from Keswick, Borrowdale Road traces the eastern edge of the beautiful Derwent Water. It's a lovely scenic stretch, with views of the lake and mountains, giving it an …

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22.0 km

Brysons Café & Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe and bakery

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23.9 km

The Chalet Tavern & Restaurant

Highlight • Restaurant

Never fails, great place for refueling. Superb service with a great choice of food, drinks and fantastic staff.

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26.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.6 km

3.43 km

1.35 km

618 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.5 km

8.54 km

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

Weather

Today

Friday 19 December

8°C

6°C

41 %

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Max wind speed: 21.0 km/h

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