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Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

Routes
Road cycling routes
United Kingdom
England
North West England
Cumbria
South Lakeland
Lakes

Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

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Wrynose Pass and Coniston Water loop

04:03

71.4km

1,170m

A classic Lakes loop, this one packs a punch with 1,200 metres of climbing in just 70 km, that's almost 4,000 feet in a little over 40 miles. Who said …

Last updated: May 31, 2024

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9.25 km

Wrynose Pass Climb from Fell Foot Farm

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

Incredibly steep (almost all over 20%) but so rewarding when you get to the top. The average grade is 11% for this 1.6 mile (2.5 km) climb. On the more …

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13.1 km

View of Cockley Beck from Wrynose Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the nicest descents around, the road is laid out ahead of you and feels relatively safe as you coast down to the Duddon Valley. Be careful in the …

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53.9 km

Coniston Water

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Coniston is the 5th largest lake and it's 5 miles (8 km) in length. Riding up the eastern shore is great because the road is so quiet – especially compared …

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56.0 km

Brantwood Pier

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pier onto the lake. Wonderful views, perfect to jump in for a swim!

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67.2 km

The Drunken Duck Inn

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Nice pub serving restaurant style food, drinks and snacks.
There are also reasonably priced rooms.
Food served 13:00 - 14:30 and 18:00 - 20:00 it's worth reserving a table, call 015394 36347

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71.4 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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65.6 km

3.66 km

1.56 km

639 m

Surfaces

39.9 km

31.5 km

< 100 m

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