Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 3, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 20.1 km for 70 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.36 km

Low Wood Bay Marina

Highlight • Structure

Windermere Lake ends a mile short of Ambleside at Waterhead, and can come as a shock to boat passengers expecting to be in the town. Crowded around the bay are …

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8.87 km

Ambleside Pier – Windermere Lake Cruises

Highlight • Lake

If you are feeling adventurous, why not run or walk the Windemere circular, a great excuse to pitch up a tent half way round and truly take in the sights on offer around this lake,

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10.7 km

Push Cartel Cycle Atelier

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Since our founding in 2013, our ethos has always been that of a tastefully specified, and perfectly fitted bespoke build. Ridden with great friends in stunning locations. The bespoke cycle …

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11.1 km

The Struggle Climb from Ambleside

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Made famous by Wiggins in theTour of Britain when he got of to run with his bike- this was more a cheeky nod to Froome's jog on the Tour de …

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15.3 km

Kirkstone Pass

Highlight • Viewpoint

Challenging Lake District climb with spectacular views and a pub at the top - what more could you want?!

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15.3 km

Kirkstone Pass Inn

Highlight • Rest Area

Up here, in good weather, you can enjoy the view over a good ale or just like that. The P is free. It is only asked for a donation.

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20.1 km

Bridge House, Ambleside

Highlight • Bridge

Ambleside is the quintessential Lake District town. Buzzing with the comings and goings of excited families, hikers and sightseers, there's a real atmosphere to the place.

In the town are …

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26.4 km

Troutbeck Village

Highlight • Viewpoint

An idyllic mountain village with magnificent views of the fells above the Gelichnamigen creek.

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31.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.2 km

13.1 km

1.41 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.7 km

122 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Sunday 19 April

13°C

3°C

46 %

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