River Eden Bridge – Bitts Park loop from Carlisle

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River Eden Bridge – Bitts Park loop from Carlisle

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River Eden Bridge – Bitts Park loop from Carlisle

01:00

9.45km

20m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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694 m

River Eden Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Rickerby Park Memorial Bridge: The footbridge in Rickerby Park, Carlisle, was built in 1922 as part of a memorial project for the fallen of the First World War. It …

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2.57 km

Eden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Eden Bridge in Carlisle, built between 1812 and 1815 by Sir Robert Smirke, is an elegant sandstone arch bridge spanning the River Eden, with five segmental arches and a pedestrian …

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2.98 km

Confluence of the River Caldew and River Eden at Sheepmount

Highlight • Natural

The River Eden in Carlisle is a beautiful and historic natural area that flows right through the city. It flows through the center of Carlisle, where it joins the Caldew …

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6.16 km

View of Carlisle Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

You can cycle all the way around the castle, the height and scale of the castle is far greater when close to it. It is an impressive structure

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6.45 km

Container Park Street Art, Carlisle

Highlight • Structure

Street Art in Carlisle. More can be found close by. Some in the subway near and on the walls of the fancy dress shop.
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Container Park cafes.

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6.59 km

Tribe Carlisle Food Court, Bitts Park

Highlight • Cafe

Drop off at a set of shipping containers in the very pleasant Bitts Park for a bite to eat, an ice cream a cake or a cuppa. Sit outside or …

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6.78 km

Bitts Park

Highlight • Natural

Just a stone's throw from Carlisle's city centre is Bitts Park, a lovely place for a stroll alongside the River Eden. Located behind the historic castle, Bitts park boasts curated …

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7.23 km

Cormorant Statue, Bits Park

Highlight • Monument

The statue depicts a lifelike cormorant and was erected to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) in Carlisle. Brian Fell, born in …

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9.45 km

End point

Bus stop

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