Newby Bridge Stone Bridge – Hawkshead Village loop from Upper Allithwaite

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Newby Bridge Stone Bridge – Hawkshead Village loop from Upper Allithwaite

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Newby Bridge Stone Bridge – Hawkshead Village loop from Upper Allithwaite

03:24

50.7km

670m

Cycling

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

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.70 km for 69 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.22 km

Newby Bridge Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Formerly part of Lancashire, Newby Bridge is a quaint village nestled along the banks of the River Leven, situated at the southern end of Lake Windermere.

Its name is derived …

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5.56 km

West Windermere Way

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

The West Windermere Way runs alongside the Lakeside steam railway track, crossing bridges and winding towards Newby Bridge.

The path is made of hard-packed gravel and tarmac, making it suitable …

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6.98 km

Grab an ice cream or coffee at Oscar's Cafe perched on the south western shore of Windermere. The menu is quite limited but it's a lovely location overlooking the lake. It gets very busy in the summer.

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14.4 km

Cunsey Wood

Forest

17.4 km

Hill Top Farm

Highlight • Historical Site

21.3 km

Hawkshead Village

Highlight • Settlement

Hawkshead is an ancient township that has flourished since Norse times, belonging to Furness Abbey until the 12th Century. The monks owned Hawkshead Hall, just outside the village, of which …

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26.1 km

Cafe Ambio at Grizedale Visitors Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Nestled in the heart of Grizedale Forest, between Coniston Water and Windermere, lies the Grizedale Visitor Centre.

The Visitor Centre offers a range of facilities, including a new exhibition space …

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26.4 km

Grizedale Valley

Highlight • Forest

Grizedale is a well-known forest area, located between Coniston Water and Lake Windermere in the southern part of the Lake District. The forest is managed by Forestry England and is …

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