Hornby Weir – Loyn Bridge loop from Hornby-with-Farleton

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Hornby Weir – Loyn Bridge loop from Hornby-with-Farleton

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Hornby Weir – Loyn Bridge loop from Hornby-with-Farleton

01:22

5.34km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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698 m

Hornby Weir

Highlight • Structure

Built after 1891 it was most likely created to create a deep area for boating on the river.

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798 m

Hornby Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

An impressive bridge over the River Wenning built in 1769.

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1.86 km

Ford on the River Wenning near Hornby

Highlight • River

This ford is shown as a path on Komoot but it is pretty deep and I imagine not really passable for hikers for most of the year.

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2.11 km

Confluence of the River Lune and River Wenning

Highlight • River

The River Wenning is one of the main catchment for the River Lune and joins the Lune just west of Hornby. The River Wenning starts at the confluence of the Clapham and Austwick becks.

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4.01 km

Loyn Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The Loyn Bridge has connected Hornby and Gressingham villages for centuries. The current bridge is thought to have been built after 1591, to replace another bridge. Made from sandstone blocks, …

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4.14 km

Castle Stede Motte and Bailey Earthworks

Highlight • Castle

Castle Steed was deserted at the beginning of the 13th century after the construction of the castle at nearby Hornby. The earthworks of Castle Stede remain visible and is a …

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4.84 km